Symphony Of Life Appliqué And Embroidery Quilt

Val Laird

Final size:

81cm (32in) square

USD $11.37

Intermediate

Quilting

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Simple step-by-step instructions to follow

Large detailed images and diagrams

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Description

If you love music, or have a musician in the family, the Symphony Of Life Appliqué And Embroidery Quilt pattern by Val Laird, will make the perfect addition to the home. Each instrument is appliquéd using fusible web and machine stitching with embroidered embellishments to complete the appliqué blocks.

Full materials list included in instructions
Pattern sheet is included with appliqué shapes and embroidery designs provided full size, ready for tracing
This quilt uses fusible web appliqué with machine stitching, however it can be adapted to suit your preferred method of appliqué
Lots of clear instructions with Val's handy tips on appliqué and satin stitch
Be inspired by the original quilt and keep the colourway in raspberry red and aqua or make it your own by choosing different colours or make it a scrappy quilt
Detailed step-by-step instructions, colour photographs and clear diagrams take you through all the steps from cutting your fabrics through to finishing your quilt
Val quilted her design with stitch in the ditch and around the appliqué, but you can choose to quilt differently, or even hand quilt
Makes a great gift quilt to any musician or music lover!
Stitches used are backstitch, French knot, satin stitch and stem stitch
A great pattern for intermediate-level quilters looking for a quilt combining multiple stitching techniques

Materials

Fabric requirements and measurement for quilt top backing and binding specified in instructions
Batting at least 90cm (36in) square
Stranded Embroidery Cottons
Size 8 crewel embroidery needle
Machine-sewing threads to match the appliqué fabrics
Cream sewing thread for piecing
Rayon machine-quilting thread in white
Fusible stabiliser
Fusible web
Black .01 pigment pen
2B pencil
Rotary cutter ruler and mat
Sewing machine with walking foot
General sewing supplies

Designer

Val Laird

What’s your idea of the perfect stitching day? My perfect stitching day would begin with an early rise (it’s no good having a short day!), a walk with my husband through the rainforest and along the beach, followed by a leisurely breakfast. Then, it’s into the studio to spend all morning on the sewing machine, constructing a bag, a wallhanging or a stitching accessory. The afternoon would be spent on preparation for my eagerly anticipated evening of hand-stitching. After a baked chicken dinner, you will find me curled up in the family room, watching one of my favourite detective shows, with needle and thread in my hand and contentment in my soul.

Where do you like to do your work – in a studio, in the garden, in an armchair? I am blessed to have a dedicated studio for my sewing, with everything at my fingertips, but after the evening meal, my favourite place is my recliner, which is so relaxing for my hand-stitching.

How would you describe your stitching style? I’ve been an incurable romantic all my life, and this is reflected in so many of my designs. I love making beautiful things, but I’m a very practical person, too, so I like to make projects that are useful. Pretty and practical probably sums it up.

Do you have a very large stitching repertoire? I get bored fairly quickly, so I like variety and therefore spread my interests fairly wide. You will find plenty of wallhangings, bags, cushions, table runners, stitching accessories and children’s projects in my collection.

Is there any little annoyance that drives you nuts when you’re busy stitching? (dropped pins? Jamming machine? Interruptions?) I can’t count how many times I’ve forgotten to reverse the pattern when preparing fusible web appliqué pieces – most annoying!

What sorts of crafts do you avoid like the plague? Papercrafts and scrapbooking.

Other than crafting, how do you like to spend your time? My husband and I are avid birdwatchers, so when I’m not crafting, you’ll probably find me out in the wonderful Australian bush, searching for the beautiful birds we have in abundance.

Is your stitching a great diversion from tasks you’d prefer to avoid (eg: housework)? I try to be very disciplined and not allow myself to do any stitching until the necessary jobs are done. I was raised on the adage, “Work first, play second”, so it was ingrained into my life from an early age. I have to admit that stitching is so much more enjoyable, knowing that I don’t have things like housework hanging over my head waiting to be done, so I’m rather thankful for my strict upbringing.

If you were stuck on a desert island, with just one of each of the following, what would you want them to be?

* Piece of music - Tchaikovsky 1812 Overture

* Movie - August Rush

* Book - The Bible

* Sewing project - A stitchery with lots of hand-stitching

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