Saturday, February 21, 2015

The Heart of the Fae



I created The Heart of the Fae for the Project Quilting Season 6 Have a Heart Challenge.



I've been on a fairy tree kick ever since the PQforMe Retreat.  This is my 5th one and my last.  I promise.  At least for now.



I started with a piece of my hand dyed fabric and added a textural tree using various fibers. The heart ends of the branches were stitched free form with black and brown thread together in the same needle. 

Then I added backing and batting and quilted it all with a swirling heart design, added binding and prepared to add some beads.  


Luckily my granddaughter, Pip, was hanging out with me, so we got right to work.



We previewed the quilt when we were at this point and I thought it was done.  Pip informed me it was not.  So we added more beads.  I have to say, I think she was right.


And, of course a door for the fairies.  Why I didn't make this one heart shaped, I don't know.  But I didn't, so it's not.



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14 comments:

  1. Siouxzq64@gmail.comFebruary 22, 2015 at 1:37 PM

    Beautiful. I agree with Pip the extra beads were necessary.

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  2. CarlaFebruary 22, 2015 at 3:49 PM

    The texture of the tree is just awesome!! I do agree you needed a fairy door Your trees are a favorite of mine.

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  3. MegsAnnFebruary 22, 2015 at 4:19 PM

    I love your fairy trees. If you're done with them that's okay but I'd love to see more! The texture in your quilts always impresses me. www.quiltartbymegan.com

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  4. DianeFebruary 22, 2015 at 4:39 PM

    Maybe one day there will be more, but for now I need to move on.

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  5. Lucky Duck DreamsFebruary 22, 2015 at 4:42 PM

    I love fairy trees.

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  6. Janie BettisFebruary 22, 2015 at 5:02 PM

    This is awesome! I learn from you all the time, Diane.
    ~Janie

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  7. erinFebruary 23, 2015 at 6:05 AM

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  8. erinFebruary 23, 2015 at 6:06 AM

    beautiful tree Diane. I always enjoy seeing what you'll come up with :) and yes to extra beads!!!

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  9. KatieQFebruary 23, 2015 at 8:51 AM

    Yours is the quilt I would vote for if it were eligible. I really love it. Pip was right, the extra beads make it special. The little door is wonderful.

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  10. Andrea @ Mouse in My PocketFebruary 25, 2015 at 4:10 PM

    This is really fun! I love the combination of techniques you used.

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  11. PersimonDreamsMarch 1, 2015 at 9:54 AM

    So glad you could utilize Pip as a helper! She did a great job and I love your fae tree.

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