Anita Birtles uses scraps from memorable quilts as feature in this modern memory quilt.
Description
Anita demonstrates how to make a feature of scraps too precious to throw away. Making a feature of memorable pieces of fabric with a modern twist.
This simple improv method of bordering scraps and adding background enable you to build a truly unique quilt.
Starting with a feature scrap, she shows how to assemble the border for the highlight. Using a quarter inch seam, we are all familiar with and careful cutting, any shape of scrap is possible.
Anita shows how to build up the background using strips of fabric before joining them into blocks.
There are tips on quilting the negative space to make the scraps pop. And fussy cutting scraps from your favourite designer or using memorable clothing.
Every time you cuddle up under this quilt the highlighted scraps will remind you of other precious projects.
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About the Tutor
Anita loves the themes of recycle, reuse and no waste which has led her to scrap piecing projects as the main focus of her work. And she is keen to improvise in making quilts, so rarely follows a pattern.
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