Heads Up for Mini Flowers Course

Just a Heads UP....not taking registration just yet. ICQC-107 will open later this week (15-17)...it requires two embroidery painted backgrounds on which to work the miniature silk ribbon flowers.

If you plan on signing up for this course...you might want to get started on these backgrounds now.

Here is the handout for the embroidery patterns to be stitched on these backgrounds:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7VRwiXZN_4uM1NJdVdLOFNaV28/view?usp=sharing

Here is the link to the supply list for ribbons, etc.:

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B7VRwiXZN_4uTlVxU1FpMmdtTlk&authuser=0

Just trying to be helpful...as these gardens really do look best when done on these backgrounds.

Hugs,

 

ICQC-104 Mixed Motifs with Fabric - OPEN 8-10 Oct CST

10/11/15 Edited to Add: Registration for this Course Is Now Closed
Next open window for registration will be 12-14 November.

Welcome to ICQC-104, Mixed Motifs with Fabric

Registration is NOW OPEN...and will close at midnight CST on Saturday, 10 October 

You must have completed ICQC-103 Prior to registering for this ICQC-104 Course.

(NOTE: If you are presently working in the ICQC-103 course...get busy...and be prepared to join the next offering of this ICQC-104 on 12-14 November)

This course is expected to last 8-12 weeks

To Register: email me your Name, State/Country, Email address...just as for previous courses...to shaw.kathy@yahoo.com

 

The ICQC-104 includes these modules/tasks:

104A-Embellishing OVER Silkie Images

Task 1: Stitching Hair

Task 2: Stitching Flowers

104B-Framing Silkie Images

Task 1: Create a CQ Block with Framed Silkie

104C-Applique’

Task 1: Create a Broderie Perse Applique

Task 2: Create a Hand Applique Heart (or other shape)

Task 3: Design an Applique based on an Embroidery Pattern

104D-Raised Applique

Task 1: Create a Raised Applique (Bunny, Cat, or Teddy Bear)

104E-Working with Various Slips

Task 1: Create an Embroidery Slip

Task 2: Create a Silkie Slip

Task 3: Create a Beaded Slip

    There is no special supply list needed for this class. Standard sewing and embroidery supplies (as needed in prior classes) will be used. The need for some medium or heavy weight interfacing scraps and some thin felt/flannel scraps could require some shopping.    The photos above are some of the techniques taught. The fox, bunny, and heart patterns are also in this course, along with other patterns as well.

More Hexagon Action

Progress on my hexagons slowed down...but I have managed to finish one more this past week. Here are some close up photos for you.   

  Have you begun your hexagon quilt yet? I'm sure seeing some wonderful photos of inspirational hexagon quilts lately on Pinterest. Loving the "hankie" ones by Rhonda Dort! Also like some I've seen on blogs lately.    Here are some links for you: http://vivscrazyjourney.blogspot.com http://crazybroderies.canalblog.com http://gipsyquilt.blogspot.com   Many don't have as much hand embroidery as mine, but wondering if I might create some in these styles to accompany mine. Or would it be odd to have lots of embellishing peppered among little to no embellishing...just because I like them all.    But, you know me and "balance in design"...so of course I'm over-thinking the idea! Perhaps I should just create a few hankie blocks and a few rose fabric blocks THEN lay everything out to SEE what this mix of styles might look. Great...another "TO DO" task to add to my list!   However...working on  some "quicker blocks" could allow me to perhaps complete a large quilt...rather than only the bed runner that was my first thought. Hmmm...more to consider. Of course, if I don't like the combination...would I then need to finish 3 projects? 1-Rose Hexie; 1-Hankie Hexie; 1-CQ Hexie   What are your thoughts?  How are you doing on your own hexagon blocks?  I encourage you to give these a try!     Also, I did get the photos done for my Tutorial on Finishing my HEX Blocks. I'll try to get that posted to the blog after the next class registration closes...so around next Monday/Tuesday maybe. Just letting you know I have not forgotten that promise.

ICQC-104...peaking out from behind the curtain...

I'm finally close enough to finishing the ICQC-104 Course that I have included dates on the Class Schedule of Open Registration Dates.   There were moments, days, weeks this summer that I wondered if I'd even get this (or any other classes) written. It has been one long hot summer for me. But, not to dwell on that...what you need to know is that ICQC-104 WILL occur this year!
It will cover different types of Applique' work to include: Traditional Hand Applique Motifs Embroidery Slips Silkie Over-Stitching and Frames Raised Embroidery
This a true "intermediate level" course, requiring your concentration, time, and patience! It is challenging but not advanced IMHO. The course does require that ICQC-103 be completed first because it covered the basic surface embroidery techniques...expanded upon in the ICQC-104 course.
More news...I'm pretty sure I can get the ICQC-105 "Ribbon" course written this month...hopefully. No dates on the schedule yet, as I need to stitch a couple of more motifs and write those modules...but I'm trying to be where a class can be opened for registration in November.
On a sad note...there is no way I'm going to get the ICQC-106 "Stumpwork" module done in time to take registrations this year. The health issues that overtook me this summer really wiped me out...physically, mentally, and spiritually. I'm beginning to get my feet back under me. But I have come to realize that I can't be "superwoman" any longer. So, sorry to let you know..but I'm only human. Having trouble believing THAT myself...but getting older is just no fun. I need to be better at "pacing myself" before the rug gets pulled out from under me for good...not just for a few weeks!

OPEN Registration - BCQC October

OPEN Registration for Basic Crazy Quilt Course (BCQC)

October 2015

 REGISTRATION will remain open until midnight on September 30th (CST)   The class is self-paced, and expected to take 4-8 weeks, depending on the time you have available to complete the 12 assigned Tasks.  

  These 12-Tasks include:   1 - How to Use the Class Blog 2 - Selecting Supplies 3- Design Principles of CQ 4 - Sewing the Block 5 - Surface Beading Techniques 6 - Template Seams 7 - Shape Seams 8 - 11 Various Silk Ribbon Flowers 12 - Finishing (lace, charms, etc.)   The class is FREE, you will not be charged anything for the instructions.   Link to the Basic Supply List    You WILL be required to get your own supplies to complete the about 8 x 10 size block. Basic CQ supplies include silk ribbon, pearl cotton threads, tiny beads, etc. as the photo above indicates. None of these are in large quantity for a single block.   You will be required to use a quilting hoop (Q-snap is fine). You WILL be required to access the private class blog (upon an invitation sent to you) and post photos of your work as you progress through the class.
  If you are interested in taking this course, please email me at shaw.kathy@yahoo.com and provide me this information: Your first name Your last name You country of residence Your state of residence IF you live in the USA The email address you wish me to send class instructional handouts to.   After you register, I will send you a Welcome Email and Google/Blogger will send you (at my request) an Invitation to join the Class Blog where the class will be held. Watch for BOTH of these emails, check your spam folder. If you do not receive by Thursday morning, email me to let me know.   This is an ON-LINE internet class.    You will need to follow some simple instructions to register and gain access to the private class blog. Your name and email will need to be entered; but NO social security or credit card information is required. Just basic information to "recognize" you as a class participant.   You will need to be able to take a photo of your work, and upload it to the class blog. You will get instructions on "blogging" so don't worry if you don't currently do that now; you will learn. But, you DO NEED to have an operating camera and be able to take photos. You do need a basic understanding of how to save these photos and then retrieve those picture files   NOTE: You will be given class handouts/instruction in the form of emails and pdf documents.  The pdf files can be opened with Adobe Reader (free software on the Adobe.com site)
 You need to be able to open these handouts/instructions and save them. You can also print as you desire. In total, the course contains over 200 pages of information...so paper/printer will be required if you want to retain a hard copy of this information.   Hugs, and I hope to see you in the class!  

Calling all Spring Inspiration!

 

Autumn's breezes are outside of my window at present...so it's hard to think about Spring just yet. BUT, in the publishing business...deadlines are much earlier than in real time. Ha, if not...we would get Christmas magazines in March! So...we need to always be planning ahead...and are doing that with the Spring issue of Crazy Quilt Quarterly magazine!

  Pam Kellogg is busy wrapping up the Winter issue and will be starting on the SPRING issue very soon. So, if you have some "springtime" inspirational photos, projects, or even tutorials...give her a quick email with photo. You can contact Pam through her KittyandMeDesignsBlog.  

  Space is at times limited...so not all submissions may be accepted for this issue. Or, they may be expanded upon for a larger article as well. So, go through your photo files and share your inspirational Spring photos, fun tutorials, etc.! Pam would love to hear your ideas for the Spring issue as well!  

ICQC-103 (Basic Surface Embroidery Motifs Course) is now OPEN for Registration

EDITED TO ADD: This registration is now closed (as of 12:00PM CST, 25 Sep)   This is the 4th offering of this class,  REGISTRATION will remain open until midnight on Friday, September 25th   ICQC-103 Embellishing with Threads   This class covers Surface Embroidery Motifs to include beaded and silk ribbon monograms. Additional seam treatments are also part of the course.    The class is FREE, you will not be charged anything for the instructions.   Registration for the ICQC-103 requires the completion of the BCQC class first. This is a prerequisite.

  If you are interested in taking this course, please email me at shaw.kathy@yahoo.com and provide me this information: Your first name Your last name You country of residence Your state of residence IF you live in the USA The email address you wish me to send class instructional handouts to.   After you register, I will send you a Welcome Email and Google/Blogger will send you (at my request) an Invitation to join the Class Blog where the class will be held. Watch for BOTH of these emails, check your spam folder. If you do not receive by Friday afternoon , email me to let me know.   Supplies needed for this course include various colors of embroidery floss and/or perle cotton thread. A pattern will be provided for the creation of a series of pieced blocks; or you can use plain fabric and work the items as technique samples only.    You are encouraged to have completed the ICQC-101 class before this one...but it is no longer a "requirement".   Hugs to all,  

Hexagon CQ Quilt Continues

My progress has slowed over the summer, but I'm still working at it! The hot weather seems to really play with my CFS and leaves me too tired to think. This cooler Autumn air is such a blessing, and I'm finally beginning to feel more like "myself". Am so far behind in many tasks, have to get some energy soon to get back on track!  

This is one of the silkie blocks, so doesn't have as much embroidery in motifs as the others to date...but I tried to add some different roses to this one for more interest.  

These Fargo Roses have been "touched" by my ProMarkers in the center and along the ribbon edges to get a variegated effect.

Hugs to all!