Tag Archives: feather swirl

Starting the next project……….

Posted on August 11, 2019 by treadlemusic

On a weekend doesn’t usually happen around here but I had a few moments so………………….. Making the “sandwich” and ready for the stitching…………. It’s a military quilt that was pieced by a friend who isn’t able to finish it due … Continue reading →

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The “rest of the story”….a very happy ending…….

Posted on August 18, 2017 by treadlemusic

(Story beginnings found here and here) It’s County Fair time in Houston County! And the judging has been completed!!!!!!      I haven’t congratulated her..yet..’cuz I just know that she is very busy with her other fair showings. Along with the … Continue reading →

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A quick “post script”…….

Posted on May 26, 2017 by treadlemusic

To the previous post. Follow this link to a fabulous tutorial on the faux flange/piping that I put on my friendship quilt. Lorna, at “SewFreshQuilts” shows the process that I followed, right down to the joining of the binding ends … Continue reading →

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Taming the “poof” or Why did I choose this……….

Posted on May 25, 2017 by treadlemusic

Batting!!!!! Ok…..to backtrack a tad. The project in question is one that’s been around for a while ….ummmm….yeah…….like November of 2015 is the beginning of the “birthing”…ha! Please, go to this post if you want the “rest of the story”.That … Continue reading →

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“Feathered Swirl”…………

Posted on February 2, 2017 by treadlemusic

A step by step. Step #1…….Make the swirl/spiral…….      Begin at the yellow arrow, swirl in then back out to green arrow. Step #2…….begin first plume…………..      Step #3   Continue with the rest of the plumes, ending at the yellow arrow … Continue reading →

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I’ve said it before…..

Posted on July 16, 2016 by treadlemusic

“Finishes” are definitely a ‘good thing’!!! To refresh your memory, this client’s quilt, is a healthy ‘queen’ size and is a perfect example of a scrap quilt (each square, finshed, is 3.5”). The fabrics range from 100% cotton to 100% … Continue reading →

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Design Wall…..er, Table……Monday……..

Posted on July 11, 2016 by treadlemusic

A client’s quilt that is true “patchwork”. It came to me with the very specific request that it remain soft and drape-able after the quilting.The denser the quilt stitching the stiffer the finish (especially with certain battings). For anyone who … Continue reading →

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Design wall Monday………..

Posted on October 12, 2015 by treadlemusic

Actually, it’s a finish. I guess I was in “high gear” today!!! Managed to do a quick house clean, 2 loads of laundry, a pillowcase for a military quilt and quilted this “Hunters Star” quilt (pieced by a guild member). … Continue reading →

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A Tuesday finish…………

Posted on October 6, 2015 by treadlemusic

This little 15” square “Vera” napkin (thrifted a couple of weeks ago) is now a completed little topper! Yay!! I had purchased it for a demo this past weekend at an event called UffDa Fest/Festival of Quilts. (follow the link … Continue reading →

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Wisteria, blue hydrangeas & other stuff……………

Posted on July 25, 2015 by treadlemusic

Ever since DH and I made a motorcycle trek to Mystic Seaport (in Mystic, Connecticut) and some lovely spots in the Southeast, I have been in love with Wisteria and blue Hydrangeas. Now, living in S.E. MN, does NOT allow … Continue reading →

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Another “Friday Finish”…………….

Posted on July 24, 2015 by treadlemusic

I wasn’t sure it would happen but it did! The “Quilt of Honor” is now complete right down to the appropriate label….yay!!!! This quilt has a story. It’s beginnings was in a small Arkansas town and a gal who has … Continue reading →

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What’s in a name????……..

Posted on March 10, 2015 by treadlemusic

Well, as the Bard said, “A rose by any other name would smell as sweet” and this latest fmq motif that has taken over my life I’ve fallen in love with has taken on the name “Feather Galaxy” (thank you … Continue reading →

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What better day……..

Posted on December 31, 2014 by treadlemusic

To stitch up a wine tote than New Year’s Eve day??!! Ms Bernina was still in fmq mode and Ms Juki was at the ready for all other needed stitching so off I went……….  The 9/24 is the open toe … Continue reading →

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“Design Wall” finish…………….

Posted on November 10, 2014 by treadlemusic

One week later, check post here, and my long overdue “friendship quilt”/UFO looks like this: And I just love it!!! I really hate to admit this but I’m kinda glad I didn’t finish it ‘way back when’ (even though some … Continue reading →

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Quilting and popovers……..

Posted on November 5, 2014 by treadlemusic

The perfect combo for a perfect afternoon! After this morning’s trek to La Crosse, I got busy on my “friendship quilt”. Very good progress made…………………. And some views of the back……………………………………. Threads used: Sulky Viscose in “Ivory” on top and … Continue reading →

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A “Finish”!…………………

Posted on August 20, 2014 by treadlemusic

Don’tcha just love that word???? Yup, I finished Leah’s quilt (peeked at here). It’s washed, dried and all crinkly cozy! Warning….warning…..tons of photos to follow……..     The backing needed to be pieced. I had ordered the large floral, bright … Continue reading →

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