Sunday, March 22, 2015

Crazy quilted purse

A while ago I dabbled in Crazy Patchwork and wanted to add lace to this purse, but couldn't find exactly what it needed.

This was my first time stitching velvet and Crazy Patchwork.  Using  stranded cottons, beads, a shisha mirror and even incorporating a perlè bound washer on the lower left of the back.  There were lots of stitches that were new to me - split stitch, feathered chain, double herringbone - and a few not so new - chain stitch, french knots, and lazy daisy flowers.

The Flashing Scissors
The Flashing Scissors
The Flashing Scissors

I then decided I needed to make my own lace.

Next post ..... lacemaking!

9 comments:

Magpie's Mumblings said...

I love it! You've incorporated so many wonderful design elements into this - and the colours are absolutely perfect.

FlashinScissors said...
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FlashinScissors said...

Thankyou so much for your comments they are much appreciated. Cheers, Barbara.

Magpie's Mumblings said...

Hey Barbara - I'm leaving a comment here in response to your question on my blog post regarding crazy quilting....if you could give me your email addy I'd be happy to answer in more depth. You're set to 'no reply' so I can't contact you otherwise. Drop me an email at marmic1954 *at* hotmail *dot* com and we can 'talk'. Thanks!

Josie said...

What a stunning purse, you're sew talented!

FlashinScissors said...

Thankyou for your comment Josie, I tried to comment on your blog earlier today, but I'm not sure it worked - I will look back later to see.

Your Easter idea is lovely, so colourful, and I will definitely have to make an appliqué purse like yours!

Annet said...

Such a pretty purse! Thanks for your nice comment on my blog.

Catherine said...

Just found your blog Barbara. Looks interesting so I'll be following too.

FlashinScissors said...

Hi Catherine, Pleased to meet you, nice to have your company. Barbara xx