This sweet quilt is another of Janet Sansom’s creations.
I had trouble deciding how to quilt around the embroidery,
and this is what I eventually decided upon.
This was rejected as I didn’t like the way it looked.
And this was rejected as I felt it was too busy.
My third attempt (on the left) I liked so the quilting was
decided, but now I had a bit of unpicking to do.
Unpicking always leaves little holes as you can see.
I made a mistake on the border which I also had to
unpick.
I closed up the holes with a damp toothbrush that I keep
exclusively for this purpose. I dip the
toothbrush in the water and very lightly go over the holes, which makes them
close up. If I was working on a fabric that
I had any concerns might run I would use a dry toothbrush.
I love what you came up with. One very pretty quilt. The toothbrush idea is a good tip
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful! So delicate and sweet looking.
ReplyDeleteYes, thanks for the toothbrush hint!
Very pretty quilt and your third design is the best. Thanks for sharing the tip about the wet toothbrush. I have been spraying the holes with water and don't like how wet the quilt gets so I'll give this a try next time.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a sweet quilt...and your third try is wonderful!
ReplyDeleteVery nice! I like it! "When I grow up..." I'm going to quilt as beautifully as you!
ReplyDeleteSuper terrific tip!! And I absolutely agree with your final choice!! Beautifully done!! Hugs.........
ReplyDeleteOoo!! Thanks for sharing the magic trick of the toothbrush. The quilt looks gorgeous - very nice work!
ReplyDeleteYes! You picked your way through to the right one!
ReplyDeleteEnjoied the time brousing through all your work You are extremely busy and your work is eccellent. I love it .
ReplyDeleteCongratulation on everything you do
Angela