A Needle Pulling Thread Issue 54 Sampler
Read all about it! This issue is dedicated to exploring faces in needlework, starting with exploring several ways of making quilted portraits. Quilting may be a ton of fun, but even the simplicity of patchwork has its learning curve. Outside of the quilt block is a whole new set of design and quilting skills just waiting to be explored. I encourage you to join our designers in their captivating quilting portrait adventures and give making a quilted portrait a whirl! Some skills to explore involve a study in colour and shading, curve piecing, and photo editing capabilities. In knitting and crochet we offer three dog coat patterns, and a special feature on how to go about designing a dog coat to fit your dog. The fun never ends in the company of awesome needlework ideas!
Read all about it! This issue is dedicated to exploring faces in needlework, starting with exploring several ways of making quilted portraits. Quilting may be a ton of fun, but even the simplicity of patchwork has its learning curve. Outside of the quilt block is a whole new set of design and quilting skills just waiting to be explored. I encourage you to join our designers in their captivating quilting portrait adventures and give making a quilted portrait a whirl! Some skills to explore involve a study in colour and shading, curve piecing, and photo editing capabilities. In knitting and crochet we offer three dog coat patterns, and a special feature on how to go about designing a dog coat to fit your dog. The fun never ends in the company of awesome needlework ideas!
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E ditor's letter
I hope this letter finds
you in good health.
I realize I say this about every new issue I release,
but for many reasons I'm so very excited about this
issue! Within it are fascinating ways of making quilted
portraits. Quilting may be a ton of fun, but even the
simplicity of patchwork has its learning curve. Outside
of the quilt block is a whole new set of design and
quilting skills just waiting to be explored. I encourage
you to join our designers in their captivating quilting
portrait adventures and give making a quilted portrait
a whirl! Some skills to explore here involve a study in
colour and shading, curve piecing, and photo editing
capabilities. A good attitude will be most useful too.
Faces
So, if this issue is about faces, then what's up with
the dog coats? Simply explained, what's one of
your favourite faces that greets you at home? Nuff
said. Here too, a dog coat looks super simple, but
it does have its challenges in the fitting. In Cynthia
MacDougall's detailed feature, Knitting Fit for a Dog,
you'll find all you need to know about measuring and
knitting an adorable coat to fit your pooch perfectly.
Charles Voth does the same for a crocheted version
and if this wasn't enough, check out Cindy O'Malley's
knitted plaid version offering a remarkably simple yet
effective detail!
And then there’s the Spectrum QAL 2020! Our first
ever quilt-a-long on QUILTsocial! This really isn’t your
typical QAL at all. Succinctly, 12 quilt block patterns,
3 QAL quilters using 3 fabric collections. This exciting
QAL started in September 2020 and will finish end of
April 2021 at which time all 3 quilts will be showcased.
In this issue are the links for each quilt block version
that has already been published on Qs. Join the
fun, it’s not too late, share your quilt blocks on
#TheSewGoesOn we’d love to see them!
I hope you’ve had time to dabble in your favourite
needlework, these have been weird and maybe even
hurtful times for some. I can only hope you’ve found
a measure of comfort in your stitches.
Make & Stay Calm
As always, stay safe and stay calm. Cheerfully,
Background photo by Pawel Cherwinksi
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