This winter I started a new quilt project, because that is what we all should do in the winter. Nest, be cozy, start big projects and drink tea.
Hexagons in progress.
I’m using the hexagon shape and paper piecing, a slow hand-stitching process I like. I think this quilt will be in subtle pinks and browns… And I know it will be a long term project. It’s already resting, but I’ve got a whole lot of cut paper pieces and some fabrics in a pile that I might use. Not really thinking about it right now, but looking at these photos I’m dreaming of how beautiful it will be – one day.
Did you know that Sustainable happiness, happiness that is more permanent, unchangeable from external events, come from three keys: good friends, good family, and long-term projects, according to one Yale professor Bloom. And this one is looong-term project perfect to sew on among family and friends, but don’t expect progress this month. ;-)
External Link: Quilt inspiration at the blog Comfort Stitching, a favorite of mine.
nice, i like the idea of a long term project. something to sit and do when you are relaxing.
Love the batiks, love the circles in the hexagons, can’t wait to see the progress. Enjoy!!
Agree with the idea of long-term projects, somethng to pick up and work on in quiet moments and there is no sense of rushing to finish. Really like this quilt, though it seems quite complex. Looking forward to seeing photos of the quilt complete.
Have just managed to do that blog post that I mentioned about Metta Zine, bit delayed, it’s up now.
I love the fabrics. Especially the bwonish ones :)
Did you know you could machine sew hexagons as well?
Here’s a tutorial:
http://www.ladyharvatine.com/2010/03/hexagonia.html
Have fun with this nice project and please keep us up to date.
~charly
Wow! Keep us up to date. I love the brown pieces in the first picture, I think they’ll go really well with the orange. Is this going to be just a patchwork or are you going to try to incorporate an actual pattern?
Yes, this one will be groovy.
Haven’t had a long term project for a while. I’ll have to plan for winter…
Ah yes!Projects! Goals, spiritual activities, beliefs and principles and good family, friends and creativity.Can’t beat it! Love the colours!
[…] 1. Doodle big on brown paper and colour it in with crayons or paint 2. Take an art journal class with me and sponsor my work while you learn new things 3. Sign up for the Sketchbook Project and spread your art into the world 4. Make a library pocket from recycled papers 5. Create a grid of pretty papers 6. Try adding digital texture to one of your own photos 7. Start a long-term project – said to increases happiness greatly 8. Take a photo of a bumble bee (or another small creature) 9. Watch an inspirational movie about someone that is creative […]
Hanna, what size are your hexagons? Just wondering. I have a hexagon template that I cut paper shapes from but to make a quilt like this would be awesome!