Current "hand" project progress

Here's another peek at my current "hand" art quilt project. (see June 7 entry) I use an 11" Q-snap frame which I prefer for hand quilting. It's portable and a managable size to turn in all directions. You can also see some sleeves on the frame which allow quilting on the edge when attached to the art quilt with brass safety pins. Since I've retrained myself to quilt using my thumb, hand quilting is much easier.

"Preemie Quilt" for Neonatal Unit

I am having so much fun with the 6 inch wide strips that I gleaned greens and oranges from my scrap bag to make a Preemie Quilt. It just needs flannel for the backing.

6 inch Strip Quilt

This lap quilt is made by piecing smaller pieces into 6 inch wide sections which are then made into a longer strip. After deciding the size I desired, I added 3 inch accent strips of the same fabric to make the project more cohesive. This is a fun way to use left over pieces from other projects to make something "new". I've used this simple technique to make tiny "quilts" for the Preemie babies in the Neonatal unit, a wall hanging for family and a baby quilt.

Melanie and Jose's King Sized Quilt

I am machine quilting this in sections and then reassembling it. I hope to have it done before they move soon.

Father's Day Cards

Collaged cards with verses for Father's Day. I have the best Dad in the world!

Framed Quilted Art

These pieces are of a past series. They are for sale. They are approx. 15' X 30" and are $200 each plus S&H.

Beading Fun

I like to have a "hand" project that I can easily take along with me. Here's a close up of my latest, fun, hand project.