Scrap Quilt

 

Another quick scrap quilt.  This one was constructed with scrap blocks I've been working on between other projects.

As I've mentioned in other posts I always keep a bag for scraps under my sewing table.  As I'm working on other projects I toss all my scraps in the bag.

When the bag starts to overflow I sort through it, and most of it will head to scrap bits for blocks.

I'll work on these blocks when I'm in a creative slump or only have a short time to work on something.

The blocks get ironed and tossed in a new box.  Again when I'm free I'll work on making them bigger or working on a layout to make them into a quilt.

For this quilt I used a gray fabric as a grounding border to link all my wild and colorful blocks together.

I think the finished quilt is really playful and I hope some young child enjoys it.

Finished size: 52" X 45", flannel backing, 80/20 batting.

Thanks for dropping in.

Have a great day,

MaryEllen

Fidget Quilts

Below are another set of fidget quilts ready for donation.  If you are unfamiliar with fidget quilts they are small mat quilts for folks suffering with alzheimer's and dementia.  Each quilt is meant to be visually and sensory stimulating.  I try to use fabrics that are bold and bright in a variety of weights and textures. The embellishments  are all colorful with a lot of different "feels".  Safety is a big issue and so any embellishments must be well attached.  Quilt should all be firmly made and washable. 

If you are interested in making a fidget quilt I would recommend asking the location you are planning on sending your donations to if they have any special size requirements for guidelines.

Rick-rack in various sizes, lace, satin and organza ribbon, yo-yos,canvas and various cottons, a leftover quilt block with embroidery.

A leftover quilt block, large rick-rack, yo-yos, lace, ribbon.

Above photo with ribbon, burlap, various laces, yo-yos,

Another leftover quilt block, ribbons, trims, yo-yos, rick-rack and lace.

Leftover quilt block, yo-yos, rickrack, trims, ribbon, and bias tape.

 Each fidget quilt is approximately 22" X 17" with flannel backing and 80/20 batting.

I find working on fidget quilts super rewarding.  I hope you may be inspired to look for opportunities in your area to donate a quilt.

Thanks for stopping in. Have a great day

MaryEllen

SAQA Spotlight Auction

 Just a quick post to show my donation to the SAQA (Studio Art Quilt Associates) spotlight auction.

On Delicate Wings 4.5" X 6.5"

Gelli print on fabric, various threads for embroidery, lace, beads, covered rings.

The SAQA spotlight Auction runs online April15-April 25, at saqa.com.

For anyone new to my blog SAQA or Studio Art Quilt  Associates is a non-profit organization that promotes art quilts as fine art through exhibitions, publications and other resources. SAQA helps link artists with other artists as well as with various art professionals from around the world.  The Spotlight Auction helps fund many of these activities. You can learn more about SAQA at SAQA.com 

I hope you are able to stop by the SAQA site and enjoy seeing the donations from all the artists.

Have a great day!!

MaryEllen