Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2023/November 2023 i Australian Homespun

Welcome to our annual bag special. We share five bag projects – including crochet, sewing, wool appliqué, embroidery and construction. You are sure to find something delightful to make for yourself or a loved one! The four quilts in this issue include Part 5 of the 2023 Block of the Month, Owl & Hare Hollow, a bright and bold geometric quilt using solids by Cat Connolly, a pieced and appliquéd quilt by Ros Leadbetter and a simple, repetitive, pieced quilt that resembles Spanish tiles by Moira de Carvalho. You may remember Kenny Koala and B for Bunny in past issues; crocheted with wool yarn then wet felted and made into gorgeous animals? In this issue, Letisha shares another of her crocheted and wet felted friends – cute Connie Cockatoo. We…

DAY BY DAY Have you been caught up in the popularity of daily projects yet? All manner of crafters and other creatives have been trying them: publishing a photo each day on Instagram to document a year in your life, creating a new Zentangle each day as a means of meditation, and, of course, the quiltmaker's temperature quilt, which uses a simple patchwork block and fabrics of appropriate colours to record the temperature each day in a given location. At the beginning of 2022, English embroiderer Karen Turner began working a small patch of embroidery each day on a length of vintage cotton/ linen fabric. Her goal was to fill a few centimetres on a simple, angular grid with whatever motif came to mind, creating a textured patchwork that was…

MATERIALS • Assorted bright mottled and tone-on-tone print fabrics (appliqué and prairie points) • 20cm (1/4yd) each of five black and white print fabrics • 20cm (¼yd) each of five grey print fabrics • 70cm (¾yd) black and white stripe print fabric (Border 1 and binding) • 2.15m (2⅜yd) backing fabric • Fusible web • Batting at least 145 × 130cm (57 × 51in) • 50-weight machine embroidery thread to match the appliqué fabrics (or stranded embroidery floss for hand appliqué) • One flat circular button with a diameter of 20mm (¾in) • Rotary cutter, ruler and mat • Sewing machine with ¼in foot • General sewing supplies Finished sizes: 130 × 114cm (51 × 45in) Note: Read all the instructions before starting the project. It is recommended that fabrics be 100% cotton, prewashed and…

Joni Sullivan, Ruby Webbs Crochet — Email: rubywebbs@gmail.com, Instagram: @rubywebbscrochet, Facebook: rubywebbs Thank you to Joni for modelling the Weekender Bag and for the photographs. MATERIALS • Lion Brand Rewind Tape Yarn Chunky, 100g/ 3.5 oz, 200m/219yd: 6 skeins of Willow • Yarn needle • Crochet hooks: 9 mm (UK 00, US M/13), 6.5 mm (UK 3, US K/10.5) • Scissors • Measuring tape • Stitch markers Approximate finished measurements: 46cm (18in) wide × 28cm (11in) tail Note: Read all the instructions before starting the project. This is an intermediate-level crochet project. Australian/ UK terminology is used; North American readers should consult a crochet manual to ensure they interpret the instructions correctly. ABBREVIATIONS st(s) = stitch(es); slst = slip stitch; yo = yarn over; Ch(s) = chain(s); dc = double crochet; HBhtr =…

MATERIALS • 60cm (⅝yd) cream print fabric (outer bag) • 25cm (¼yd) cork fabric or faux leather (handles, zipper tabs and tassel) • 70cm (¾yd) print fabric (lining and pockets) • 50cm (½yd) foam interfacing • 95cm (1yd) lightweight woven fusible interfacing • 36cm (14in) single-slide nylon coil zipper (bag closure) • 45cm (17in) double-slide nylon coil zipper (pocket) • Decorative label (optional) • Small rivets (optional) • Double-sided basting tape • Basting spray • Chalk or erasable fabricmarking pen • Hot glue or fabric glue (for attaching tassel) • Rotary cutter, ruler and mat • Sewing machine with ¼in and zipper feet • 90/14 or 80/12 universal or denim needle (sewing faux leather) • General sewing supplies Finished size: 37cm wide × 38cm high × 10cm deep (14½in wide…

These are just a few of them … ELIZABETH CASTLE I live in the small village of Wingello in the Southern Highlands of NSW. I developed a real passion for crochet in my 20s. It began as a hobby, making lots of different crochet projects, from toys to blankets, clothing to homewares. I had a background in primary school teaching and I naturally progressed into teaching crochet. Pattern writing started at the same time teaching crochet classes did. I encourage people to delve a little further than granny squares, to discover all the wonderful stitches and techniques that are out there. I encourage people to try new stitches, ones that are textured or lacey, learn techniques like broomstick crochet and discover crochet colourwork such as tapestry crochet. Crochet is more…

MATERIALS • Fat quarter each of nine assorted print fabrics (bow ties) • 3.5m (3⅞yd) backing fabric • Fat quarter each of another nine print fabrics (block corners) • 2.8m (3⅛yd) solid cream fabric • Batting at least 170cm (68in) square • Template plastic and fine permanent-marking pen • Pencil or erasable fabricmarking pen • Spray starch • Rotary cutter, ruler and mat • Sewing machine with ¼in foot • General sewing supplie Finished size: 152.5cm (60in) square Finished block size: 20in square Note: Read all the instructions before starting the project. It is recommended that fabrics be 100% cotton, pre-washed and well ironed. Requirements are based on fabrics 107cm (42in) wide. Seam allowances of ¼in are used throughout for the patchwork. Instructions are given for using the printed Pattern Sheet in the magazine,…

MATERIALS BAG • 50cm (⅝yd) beige check fabric (outer bag) • 40cm (½yd) coordinating print fabric (bag lining) • 40cm (½yd) lightweight fusible fleece (bag) • Pieces of woven wool fabric – Anni used dusky red, grey/ purple, dark brown, brown, chocolate, mushroom, charcoal, ivory, butter, caramel, blues, grey brown, pink and green (bag appliqué) • Sew-in purse frame 8cm high × 21cm wide (3 × 8⅛in) with lobster clasps and handle loops – see Note • DMC Stranded Embroidery Cotton in Dark Beaver Grey (646), Dark Khaki Green (3011), Dark Mocha Brown (3781) and colours to match the wool fabrics • Crescent Colours hand-dyed stranded embroidery cotton in Jakey Brown (036) (or DMC Dark Shell Pink (3721)) PURSE • Two 15cm (6in) squares of beige fabric (purse front and…

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Have you ever tried hand tie quilting to finish your project? Using simple knots in abundance all over your quilt can give it a scrappy, vintage look that exaggerates the hand made and tactile qualities of your quilt. Tie quilting is a simple approach as it doesn't need to involve any extra tools like hoops or rulers, making it portable and fuss free. Why not give it a go? You can find a tutorial at The Strawberry Thief blog: thestrawberrythief.com.au/hand-tie-quilting…

Please notify us at least four months before the event. Queensland September 20-October 15 Goombungee Beyond Bounds Darling Downs Textile Art Exhibition Rosalie Gallery, 89 Mocatta Street, Goombungee More information: (07) 4696 5600 October 11-14 Brisbane Qld Quilters' Annual Quilt Show Brisbane Convention ' Exhibition Centre Glenelg Street, South Brisbane More information: Jann, www.qldquilters.com/events-activities/quilt-show New South Wales October 13-14 Bulli Bulli Corner Quilters' Annual Quilt and Flower Show Cnr Princes Highway and Point Street, Bulli More information: Lynn Kelly 0413 963 070 Victoria November 3-6 Wangaratta Uniting Church Hall Rowan Street, Wangaratta More information: Carole 0413 272 894 or Ros 0403 215 421 “The process of making gives us a chance to slow down and step away from the turmoil and stress of life. Using our hands for meaningful, mindful…

Textile artist Jackie Gale sees potential in every remnant of fabric. She uses frayed fabric edges to replicate foamy, rolling waves and pieces of velvet for mimicking a blanket of fluffy white snow. Layer upon layer, Jackie collages fabrics to build her textile snapshots, adding embroidered highlights at the end to capture even the smallest of details. As Jackie admits, “I'm a little obsessed with detail!” Based in a village in South Devon, England, Jackie is passionate about using preloved and repurposed fabrics in her work, sourcing remnants from sail makers, dressmakers and interior designers. “I also rifle through charity shops, markets, vintage sales — I can't bear waste and it's hugely satisfying turning discarded materials into works of art,” she reveals. “There was one occasion in which the only…

MATERIALS • 30cm (3/8yd) each of two print fabrics (outer bag and lining) • 30cm (3/8yd) low-loft fusible fleece. Elizabeth used Legacy L-987 • Two 50g balls of 8 ply cotton yarn. Elizabeth used Erika Knight Gossypium • 4mm (US G-6/UK 8) crochet hook • Embroidery needle with a large eye — a needle designed for working with leather is ideal • Sewing machine • General sewing supplies Size: 30cm high x 30cm wide × 12cm deep (11¾in × 11¾in × 4¾in) not including the handle Note: Read all the instructions before starting the project. Australian/UK crochet terminology is used; North American readers should consult a crochet manual to ensure they interpret the instructions correctly. ABBREVIATIONS ch — chain, ch1-sp — chain 1 space; ch2-sp — chain 2 space; slst — slipstitch; tr…

Letisha Kirkland, TisHa Crafts — Facebook: TisHa Crafts; Email: letisha.kirkland@gmail.com MATERIALS • One200g ball Bendigo Woollen Mills Rustic — Aran 8 ply (MB — main body) • One 200g ball Bendigo Woollen Mills Rustic — Snow Cloud 8 ply (G — legs and beak) • Small amount of yellow 8 ply wool (Y — crest). Letisha used 4 Seasons Pure Woo! Entwine — Yellow • Polyester fibre fill • Crochet hooks 4mm (US G-6) and 8mm (US L-11) • Row marker • Size 18 chenille needle Size after felting: Approximately 25.5cm (10in) tall; 21.5cm (81/2in) sitting height Note: Read all the instructions before starting the project. Australian/UK crochet terminology is used; North American readers should consult a crochet manual to ensure they interpret the instructions correctly. ABBREVIATIONS beg — beginning, ch…

MATERIALS • 2.8m (3⅛yd) solid hot pink fabric (blocks) • 1.2m (1⅜yd) solid midgreen fabric (blocks) • 1.7m (1⅞yd) solid acid green fabric (blocks) • 30cm (⅜yd) solid light olive fabric (blocks) • 80cm (⅞yd) solid maroon fabric (block centres and binding) • 2.1m (2⅜yd) extra-wide (275cm/108in) backing fabric • Batting at least 248 × 203cm (98× 80in) • Rotary cutter, ruler and mat • Sewing machine with ¼in foot • General sewing supplies Finished size: 228.5 × 183cm (90 × 72in) Note: Read all the instructions before starting the project. It is recommended that fabrics be 100% cotton, pre-washed and well ironed. Requirements are based on fabrics 107cm (42in) wide. Seam allowances of ¼ in are used throughout for the patchwork. CUTTING 1 From the hot pink fabric, cut: • 21 strips, 4½in…

Artist statement: “With the traditional Drunkard's Path as a starting point, I used colour play to make the circles shimmer, shake and roll. The book Circular Abstractions: Bull's Eye Quilts, an exhibit curated by Nancy Crow, was a direct inspiration. The rich colours, mixed with black, white, brown and beige, keep the eye moving. Hot-pink quilting thread brings out even more colour.” The 10th annual QuiltCon Quilt Show was presented by the Modern Quilt Guild in February in Atlanta, USA. More than 2080 quilts were submitted for consideration, with 481 selected to hang in the juried show. Prizes were awarded across 12 categories, with two being awarded to Australians. QuiltCon is the largest modern quilting show of its kind. Each year, the quilt show attracts thousands of attendees from around…

TIMELESS TEXTURED BABY CROCHET Vita Apala Crochet a modern yet classic layette for baby's first years with this exquisite collection of patterns from Vita Apala, the popular designer behind Mon Petit Violon. There are 20 crochet patterns including subtle colours, gorgeous yarns, rich textures, beautiful ruffles, and delicate motifs that combine to create the most adorable wardrobe imaginable for babies and toddlers up to age four. The collection includes rompers, dresses, sweaters, cardigans and hoodies, as well as an heirloom cot blanket, booties and bonnet, so that you can crochet a complete baby wardrobe with ease. There are designs for little girls and boys, and a large number of the designs are completely gender neutral. Crochet designer Vita Apala has been delighting crocheters with her baby designs for decades, having…

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