Though I thoroughly love making mini quilts with my linocuts, I was trying to think of something more utilitarian to make using them. This idea popped into my mind a couple of days ago. I made a sewing needle book with my pansy linocut on the front.
The back of the book is made of patchwork strips (mostly quilter's cotton but one little bit of voile). The cover is quilted and bound with a pieced binding.
Inside, I used a piece of Heather Bailey's wool/rayon blend felt to hold and organize needles. The book has a button closure and measures 5 3/4" x 7 3/4". I am pleased with the way it came together and would like to make more. I put this one in my shop. 
Very nice! I like the combination of your pink print on linen.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! A very lovely, useful idea.
ReplyDeleteLove the quilting! looks great!! xx i want one!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea...now make some....
ReplyDelete~totebags of all sizes
~wee zipper change purses
~fabric postcards
~tea cozies
~roll up bags with ties for paint brushes or pens and pencils
~pillow sleeves
~bookmarks
Phew...I'm done!;)
Lovely lovely lovely, such calming colours, and its great if you get to use it.
ReplyDeleteI've been hosting a Stitch In for the last week and now I'm catching up on blog reading! Love the needle book. Hey you may be onto something here.
ReplyDeleteYour wedding photo is lovely. I can't believe you and your mom made the dress. Wow
And there is the adorable family! Kids having fun and the fabulous bathing beauty Miss Penny. Oh the joy of looking daring in a bathing suit and hat!Toes in the water.
Pat
how cute! love the book you made!
ReplyDeleteYou have such GREAT taste!! I LOVE all of your colors..just looking at it would make me want to "need" some needles!! :D Your prints are all so pretty and NEAT!!
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