I thought doing an art quilt would be easy. It's only easy if you are not in a rush. I have most of my quilt top finished. I am attaching the batting. Once that's done, I will look again at the top to see if I can make anymore improvements before I attach the backing. Slowly but surely I will finish. I don't know if I will undertake a large project like this again for awhile but I will continue making smaller quilt tops for smaller wall hangings. Fiber arts are great and I will continue using them in my art works. I have already collected pieces for my next small projects. Fiber art techniques can be used in a lot of art projects.
If you would like to experience quilting, start with a small quilted piece, maybe 4x6? (Later, you may want to sew your 4x6 pieces into a larger quilt piece.) I prefer hand-stitching myself because with the smaller projects, small pieces of fabric, needle and thread, in a Ziploc bag, are a lot easier to carry in your purse or tote than a sewing machine. If you feel stressed at work, these smaller projects can be done at coffee breaks or lunch. Having these little quilted pieces to work on can be a stress-relieving distraction even if only for a few minutes.
If you feel like it, post some of your smaller pieces. Help inspire a person to find that creative light within themselves.
When I have finished the original quilt for hanging I'll take a pic and post it here on the blog.
Thanks.
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