Liberated String Quilts

Sara was kind enough to lend me a book that she recently purchased.  String quilts are a process of using your scrap fabric and wasting nothing.  Gwen Marston made most of the quilts in 1999 and published this book in 2003.  I always seem to be behind the times.  Last year I made my first and only string quilt. 

 Now in 2010, after reading this book and seeing the versatility of this type of quilt, I am anxious to make more.  Gwen goes into great detail about the history and turning scraps into beautiful quilts.   If you see her book, I think that you will agree and be enthused about what can be done with you srcaps. 

Renee S tackles the Segway

What does a quilter do on vacation in Israel?  Well, our Renee, who is a mother of 9 and a grandmother of many more, goes for a ride on the Segway.  And she doesn't go alone.  She takes 2 of her daughters with her for the experience.  If only I had her energy.

Elm Creek Quilt Novels

I have just read two more of Jennifer Chiaverini books.  I can say that they continue to amaze and delight me.  If you haven't read any of  her books, you are missing out on a pleasant experience.

Pissott's Passover Quilt Show

Today was the long awaited quilt show at Pissott.  Several of our members were able to attend and we weren't disappointed.  Here are a few of the inspiring quilts that were shown.

Pesach (Passover) Greeting

Sara's Batik Quilt

During all Sara's Pesach prepartions, she was able to complete another quilt.  Here is what she said about it.

Hi Y'all,

This is a first...a quilt for our beds.
It's called "Autumn". (right,my colors).
I collected all these fabrics for a while. When I finally got all the fabrics together, my mom passed away.  I didn't think it appropriate, during my year of mourning, to make and have something so beautiful (like buying new clothes), so I waited out the year.
Now, the finished quilt is on our beds and I do love it!  Unfortunately, the lighting in these pics doesn't show the vibrancy of the batiks.
By the way, the quilt that I made that I said was "just for me" is a guestroom quilt, not on my bed. I just love looking at it!
All the best,
Sara

Michael's Log Cabin

Sara just finished this very beautiful Log Cabin for her son Michael.  He will be coming to Israel from New York for Pesach (Passover).  It's a surprise so don't anyone spill the beans and tell him. 

Classes At Pissott

Pissott offers many excellent classes for quilters.  From beginners to more advance. Here are just a few of the patterns that have been taught at Pissott.  If you haven't been to their store yet, it is a must.  Nurit and her husband are so warm and friendly, you won't want to leave. You can contact them for more details. http://www.pissott.co.il/profile_eng.aspx

Pissott Quilt Show Announcement

Pissott is having their Pesach (Passover) Quilt Show April 1, 2010.

For all our Israeli quilters this is something you don't want to miss.  http://www.pissott.co.il/english.aspx