In May my father-in-law turned 80. He was born in Belgium, near Flanders Fields. He loves Poppies as they remind him of the fields of poppies growing. When I saw this fabric I knew that I had to make him a quilt!!!
Saturday, October 29, 2011
Western Quilters September 12 x 12 Challenge - Elegance
This months challenge was Elegance - this got us all scratching our heads, but most of us got there!!!!
An Elegant Peacock made by Antoinette
An Elegant Fan by Jules Devine
Sue Weaver's Elegant High Heel
Annette Stocks' 3D Monarch Butterfly
Claire Vivash's grandmothers dolly and old pieces of jewelry
Dragica Behrent's beautiful lady with amazing beadwork.
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Western Quilters 12 by 12 Blocks July 2011 -Fire
This months theme was Fire
This beautiful one was made by Jules Devine
This ones made by Annette de Raat
This one is the symbol for Fire - made by Annette Stocks
A real winter scene - cat curled up by the Fire - made by Claire Vivash
This picture doesn't do this block justices - Camp Fire, and the Fire is 3D - made by Sue Weaver
So much work in this block by Dragica Behrent
Antoinette has just joined the 12 by 12 group and this is her first block
And here is another first timers block - a Fire Rose made of Silk - well done Jennifer!!!
Well done to all of the makers - next block theme is Elegance.
Monday, June 6, 2011
May 2011 Western Quilters 12 x 12 Blocks
This months theme was Teddy Bears. Not all the members brought there blocks to be shown at the May meeting but below are the ones that did.
This little bear was made by Dragica Behrent,
This little stitchery bear was made by Annette de Raat.
This Tender Heart Care Bear was made by me, Annette Stocks.
This story telling little man was made by Claire Vivash.
This diamond wearing bear was made by Jules Devine.
This honey loving bear was made by Dianne Clayton.
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Another Baby Quilt Part 2
Below is a picture of my latest finished Baby Quilt
This one is for Spencer Allan Harrison, born on 12th April, 2011.
I called it Who's Who at the Zoo.
This one is for Spencer Allan Harrison, born on 12th April, 2011.
I called it Who's Who at the Zoo.
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Western Quilters 12 by 12 Blocks
After seeing the 12 by 12 display at Hamilton Craft Show last year a group of us at Western Quilters decided to start our own group. We each get to choose a topic and have 2 months to make them - meaning this group is going to be going for 2 years.
Below are our first Blocks. The topic was 'A touch of Lace'. Only 10 of the 12
Below are our first Blocks. The topic was 'A touch of Lace'. Only 10 of the 12
By Barrie Ashton
By Yvonne Goodall
By Annette de Raat
By Claire Vivash. Made with lace from her wedding dress and bridemaids dresses
By Dianne Clayton
By Dragica Behrent
By Sue Weaver
By Jules Devine. I love the way the lace looks like foam on the breaking waves.
By Grania Bennett
and my Block!!! Mask covered with Satin - then I added sequins, feathers and lace! Channelling my inner Diva/Drag Queen.
The next blocks are due by end of May and the topic is Teddy Bears. I guess I will have to channel my inner Pooh Bear for that one!!!
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Western Quilters Show Winners
In Mid March Western Quilters Circle had there Annual Show. Below are the Viewers Choice Winners
Wall Hanging 1st Place Jules Devine “Mariners Galaxy” A Hand quilted wall hanging with beading on it to make it sparkle.
Wall Hanging 2nd Place Jules Devine “Flower Power”Another beautifully Hand Quilted piece by Jules.
Wall Hanging 3rd Place Antoinette Nelson “Tuscany Township” This wall hanging is only about 30cm square
Quilt 1st Place Annette Stocks “Monique’s Quilt”. This is the quilt I made for my Niece for her 21st Birthday. There was only 1 vote between 1st and 2nd.
Quilt 2nd Place Dragica Behrent “Gelata” A beautiful Hand Appliqued Quilt.
Quilt 3rd Place Rewa Douglas “Oriental Retro” The Machine quilting on this quilt is amazing
Wall Hanging 1st Place Jules Devine “Mariners Galaxy” A Hand quilted wall hanging with beading on it to make it sparkle.
Wall Hanging 2nd Place Jules Devine “Flower Power”Another beautifully Hand Quilted piece by Jules.
Wall Hanging 3rd Place Antoinette Nelson “Tuscany Township” This wall hanging is only about 30cm square
Quilt 1st Place Annette Stocks “Monique’s Quilt”. This is the quilt I made for my Niece for her 21st Birthday. There was only 1 vote between 1st and 2nd.
Quilt 2nd Place Dragica Behrent “Gelata” A beautiful Hand Appliqued Quilt.
Quilt 3rd Place Rewa Douglas “Oriental Retro” The Machine quilting on this quilt is amazing
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Western Quilters Annual Show
This weekend is the Western Quilters Annual Show at Kelston Community Centre, Cnr Awaroa Road & Great North Road.
There will be over 100 pieces on show, the Hoffman Challenge, Merchants and Cafe with lots of home baking.
The show runs from Friday to Sunday 10am to 4pm daily.
Entry is $5.00 - $3.00 for seniors
There will be over 100 pieces on show, the Hoffman Challenge, Merchants and Cafe with lots of home baking.
The show runs from Friday to Sunday 10am to 4pm daily.
Entry is $5.00 - $3.00 for seniors
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