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Life is Just a Bowl of Cherries Still Life
Quilted Textile Work
One in a series of Still Life panels of vases and flowers.
Three dimensional velvet cherries in an appliqued bowl with vase and sprigs of leaves on an kantha stitched linen/cotton mix background.
Finished as a mini quilt with a hanging sleeve with the ability to easily make it into a cushion if you wish.
Could be mounted in a Box Frame
Size: 27cm by 46cm
Only one available
Bowl of Cherries Still Life $350 BUY NOW
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Past Talk – Down the Garden Path: Inspiration – where do the ideas come from?
Sometimes there is a flash of an idea that results in a piece of design or an art work very quickly, but mostly it is a case of exploring and sampling ideas and themes until it clicks into place. Mary will show, with samples and pictures, some common themes that she returns to again and again for inspiration. Colour, textiles, plants and flowers, found objects and the influence of other artists. Then comes the creative fun of working on a piece until the magic moment of resolution.
Not currently scheduled
If you would like Mary to come and talk to your group please contact her here
Past Class – What a Difference a Stitch Makes
Enhance your lovely fabrics by adding another layer of stitched wool. Mary will teach you a number of her favourite outline and fill embroidery stitches. She will also discuss different needles, and how to work with different fabrics for the best result. You will be provided with a printed stitch sampler on which to try out the stitches. This can then be constructed into a handy stitch dictionary and needle book. You are welcome to bring some of your own yarn and fabrics so we can discuss and sample some creative ways to stitch. You will have access in class to other yarns and threads to try.
Not currently scheduled
If you would like Mary to teach at your group please contact her here
You can purchase a kit to make your own 'What a Difference a Stitch Makes' Booklet here
Juxtaposition
Quilted Textile Work
One in a series of mini quilts exploring the Juxtaposition between men's woolen suiting and light floral Liberty lawn.
Slow stitching - letting the fabric and thread lead the way.
Applique, reverse applique and embroidery.
Finished as two mini quilts mounted with buttons on a book cover. Hanging wire also attached with buttons.
Size: 18 cm by 14 cm
Only one available
Juxtaposition $90 BUY NOW
Past Class – I Never Promised you a Rose Garden
This design is based on traditional Knot Gardens. It is a pleasure to let the textures of the threads along with simple canvas work stitches give you a Rose Garden.
Using the grid of the canvas and a clear chart will give you confidence to branch out from cross stitch. If you stitch between the classes, you can have a go at designing another border around the design.
For beginner embroiderers confident in threading a needle.
The class price will include a colour charted pattern and detailed stitching instructions. If you already have threads and canvas that you would like to use, a full requirement list with options will be sent out.
A full kit of painted canvas, needle and strand yarn will be available at the class of $36.
2 x 3 hour sessions
This class is not currently scheduled. If you are interested please fill out the contact form here
If you are not able to attend a class you can purchase the pattern or full kit here