I have finally completed the Wave Olive Tree of Life. It was a creation in motion. I envision the end result and then have to make my way there. I am not just creating art. I teach and my steps along the way have to be able to repeated by other people.

This time I want to create a wave sunrise pattern. Pieces of paper and measurements that anyone of any skill level will be able to use to create a beautiful wave landscape,

Every time I create a new piece of fabric art, I'm surrounded by a delightful chaos of fabric scraps. Each tiny piece holds a story waiting to be told, a color to be connected, or a design just waiting for its moment to shine. Throwing any of them away feels like a loss, so over the years, I've developed various techniques to transform these remnants into beautiful creations.

The centerpiece of my quilt is the symbolic tree of life, a motif that carries deep significance across many cultures. It represents interconnectedness, growth, and the continuous cycle of life. This theme resonates with me, especially as I work with fabric and thread, materials of creation. My tree of life art quilt draws inspiration from the traditional olive tree, a symbol of peace and resilience in Israeli culture.

Each curve and seam brought the waves to life, transitioning seamlessly from one piece to another, creating a piece of art with fuschia and magenta.

With my fabrics in hand, it was time for design. The bag had to be practical while showcasing the artistic wave landscape I envisioned. I decided on a wave landscape crossbody bag with an adjustable strap for added convenience.

Creating my Olive Green Tree of Life has taught me about the power of waiting, things develop in the artistic process. Often, the most beautiful creations take time to emerge. I encourage fellow quilters and artists to embrace your journey, no matter how long it takes. Your ideas will germinate and flourish, leading to art that is uniquely yours.

Upcycled Fabrics - Endless Shades of Orange - Upcycling means transforming discarded materials into something beautiful and useful. This concept has always resonated with me, as it embodies creativity, sustainability, and resourcefulness. I am challenging myself to see how many different things I can create with the orange fabrics that I am finding.

Something practical this week, summer crumb patchwork placemats. I found some summer crumb pieces and I decided not to store pieces anymore. Rather to create finished items and keep if I need, and gift the rest - Life is too short to hoard.

As an art quilter, nothing brings me more joy than seeing the excitement on my students' faces when they dive into the creative process....

Creating art has always been a refuge for me, a space where I can express my feelings and ideas through colors and textures. The students had asked me to create a technique for an art quilt but they didn't want to have to iron at all. So I created my Strip Collage Patchwork. This method is wonderfully freeing, requiring no ironing or precision. Instead, it invites a playful approach to assembling fabric pieces into beautiful creations.

Bringing creativity to life through fabric is always a thrilling experience, and this year’s class has truly outdone themselves with their sunrise landscape quilts. Each quilt represents not just a project, but a personal story woven through the strands of fabric. The sewing studio has transformed into a vibrant gallery of colors, where each piece shines with its unique character.

Creating, learning, and collaborating are at the heart of what I do in the sewing classes. This blog post will explainhow I involve my students in crafting a Simpler Sunset Landscape Quilt Tutorial, which I hope will inspire both new and experienced quilters alike.

Creating a rag quilt is an exciting journey for any sewing enthusiast. Not only do you get to play with various fabrics, textures, and colors, but you also create a warm and unique quilt that tells your story. Adding the binding to the edges is one of the final steps. Here, I will guide you through making and sewing the binding onto your rag quilt edges, ensuring both durability and style.

Turning old items into something useful can be a satisfying and eco-friendly project. Recently, while sorting through my fabrics, I came across a lovely floral pique blanket. The vibrant design inspired me to convert it into kitchen towels. These towels are a must-have in every kitchen, and making your own not only adds a personal touch but also cuts down on waste. Let's jump right into this DIY project!

A few years ago, I made a rather delightful discovery while browsing through a local charity store: I stumbled upon a collection of five pique cotton summer blankets that caught my eye. The fabric was not only soft and breathable, perfect for warm weather, but also featured a lovely texture that added a touch of charm to any use.

I have had these overlocker/serger sewing machines for more than 40 years and these machines are my nemesis.

Last week I went for a walk in the neighbourhood and found a sweater that had beautiful metal buttons on it.

From a tablecloth that adorned a table to a designer shirt. This is how she did it Was this a table cloth?

My student created a sunset wave landscape mini quilt this week. This time I did hide my fabrics that I had planned to use for a wave...