Thinking Of England Quilt By Siobhan Rogers

Description

For anyone dreaming of England, this fun, Union Jack-inspired quilt pattern from Siobhan Rogers looks elegant and effective using a simple, more neutral colour palette, but you can go fully traditional and create your own in the blue, red and white of the flag of the UK.

Full materials list included in instructions
Siobhan used natural-coloured linen for the background, which adds texture, but you might want to use a cotton fabric instead or a colour to suit your home décor
Finished quilt is king sized and goes right to the floor
Detailed step-by-step instructions and clear diagrams take you through from cutting out your fabrics, through to constructing the triangle components, through to assembly and finishing off the quilt
Makes a great gift for anyone who lives in the UK or with a fondness of all things British
Includes Siobhan’s tips on using your sewing machine and planning
A great project for intermediate-level quilters looking for a different, modern quilt to make

Materials

Fabric requirements and measurement for quilt top, backing and binding specified in instructions
Batting
Steel rule or long straight length of timber
Rotary cutter, ruler and mat
Sewing machine with ¼in foot
General sewing supplies

Designer

Siobhan Rogers

Where do you draw inspiration? I’m heavily influenced by travelling and modern art. Visiting the Tate Modern gallery, in London, a few years ago was mind-blowing. The use of shape and colour was extraordinary, and can be seen in my quilts over the last year.

Why this particular craft? Quilts are beautiful and usable. My house is covered in them – quilts on beds, quilts in piles, quilts on chairs, quilts on ladders – EVERYWHERE. What other creative crafty pursuit could you do that with? I also like the idea that these quilts I make are keeping people warm and will treasured and loved.

Is there room for your family with all those quilts? Our house is organised chaos. Apart from me and all my crafts, there is my very understanding and helpful husband, four children (two boys and two girls), a very naughty Dalmatian, fish and a yabbie. I love having a big family and keeping busy. Admittedly, sometimes, it gets a bit overwhelming, but it also keeps me focused and grounded.

Have you tried plenty of others? I started out in photography. I’ve tried collage – which is similar to quilting, really. I love to dabble in fabric design, but, again, I suppose that’s linked with quilting. Plus, one day, I’d love to try ceramics; that’s always looked like fun.

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