Story quilt

Mary Lou Weidman is an artist. She creates whimical art quilts that tell a story with her painted fabrics and hand stitching.

Heidi Parkes explores storytelling through textiles and hand stitches. Learn how to create a diary quilt like an experienced quilter and teacher.

I just heard from Kim and she cannot make it to the retreat. I am taking a shot that someone might see this and have June 3rd -7th available to have alot of fun in Spokane and Coeur d'Alene Idaho. The first day 2nd we meet early and go to Farm Chicks which is a huge sale of all kinds of antiques and shabby chic and ideas galore . It is always a highlight. Then we go to Artfest which has fantastic art and the best earrings in the world. I have red cowboy hats for everyone to wear since our…

It is the largest quilt show in the world. Visit the Tokyo Quilt Festival at the end of Jan. to see masterpieces of Japan's best textile artists on display.

Awesome quilting by Michele Turner

Story Quilts

Phew! I’ve been waiting for what seems like forever to share the final quilt that I made for the Doll Quilt Swap – Round 10. But it is safely in the hands of its new owner, Kendra, so I can finally share the story (with her permission) behind the quilt. Here’s the finished product…put together ...

The techniques used for making story quilts, with many photos as examples, including fabric choice, photo transfer, appliqué, , embroidery, words, and embellishments.

If it’s Fall, it’s the “kickoff” of quilt show season, and the Goldbug Quilters’ Show is the first of the season in my area. I always look forward to their show and on…