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Stitching: A. Lincoln

July 11, 2013 jennifer 4th of July, Stitching

All my life I’ve loved handwriting. As a child I practiced mine constantly and have always loved studying penmanship and lettering styles. Combine this with a tremendous regard for Abraham Lincoln and I suppose it’s no surprise that I would love his signature. Some time ago I decided to enlarge it and see how it would look embroidered. I began this months ago but finished it up on the 4th of July and am so happy with the results!

I’ve never stitched something like this before, all in a satin stitch. I love the raised effect of the stitching.

The piece is approximately 10 inches long and 3 inches tall. I think it will become part of a pillow…

What have you finished lately?
Jennifer

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Modern Medallion progress

July 10, 2013 jennifer Quilting and Sewing

My lone star medallion quilt is progressing slowly.

I added a simple flying geese border next to the mosaic style border and like the way it frames the quilt so far.

Here’s a little peek at the next border I’m making:

Those pluses are just 1.5 inches across, and the little dot is 1/2 inch square. This will be a tedious one, but I’m liking it!

Jennifer Linking to Freshly Pieced

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Marcelle Medallion Quilt Top

July 3, 2013 jennifer Quilting and Sewing

I finally finished my Marcelle Medallion quilt top, and I’m so glad I did! Full of happy colors and fabrics I love, it’s now ready for basting.

One of the things I liked most about the pattern was the plus border surrounded by lots of low volume fabrics – especially text prints. I really enjoyed piecing it and the results do not disappoint.

I had something else to use for a backing but decided instead to piece a large scrappy log cabin block. Simple but fun.

I’m hoping to baste it today if I can get through my very long to-do list quickly enough. Finishing a quilt is on my list of things to do before my birthday so I need to get rolling on it!

Have a great day!

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