tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81730250105646856852024-03-11T21:52:32.330-07:00Seams FrenchSeams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.comBlogger199125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-10260359991202394812023-08-15T13:01:00.000-07:002023-08-15T13:01:19.544-07:00Welcome to the World of Boutis<h1 class="entry-title entry-title--large p-name preFade fadeIn" data-content-field="title" itemprop="headline" style="text-align: center; transition-delay: 0.24s; transition-duration: 1.5s; transition-timing-function: ease;"><span style="color: #45818e; font-weight: normal; white-space: pre-wrap;">....where we celebrate all things stitching.</span></h1><h2 class="entry-title entry-title--large p-name preFade fadeIn" data-content-field="title" itemprop="headline" style="text-align: center; transition-delay: 0.24s; transition-duration: 1.5s; transition-timing-function: ease;"><span style="color: #45818e; font-weight: normal; white-space: pre-wrap;">Seamsfrench has moved to a <a href="https://seamsfrench.org/">new website </a>where the focus is on boutis. However, all other techniques have not been left behind. Framing boutis with other needlework, has opened the door to many possibilities for me.</span></h2><div class="entry-title entry-title--large p-name preFade fadeIn" data-content-field="title" itemprop="headline" style="text-align: center; transition-delay: 0.24s; transition-duration: 1.5s; transition-timing-function: ease;"><p><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;"><span class="sqsrte-text-color--custom" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please come see me at <a href="https://seamsfrench.org/">seamsfrench.org. </a></span></span></b></span></p></div><div class="entry-title entry-title--large p-name preFade fadeIn" data-content-field="title" itemprop="headline" style="text-align: center; transition-delay: 0.24s; transition-duration: 1.5s; transition-timing-function: ease;"><p><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;"><span class="sqsrte-text-color--custom" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It would be my pleasure to welcome you there. </span></span></b></span></p></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFZ1q0_8glTAETeyVOj7RWCQFf7PNME1l31MrE0MEX6zATY9pQZXFzbcyhAx7t86YOBdM0GVLPy1bpWaBOrIxQatLLqmTuO4y--EkTWWfYAioWYJ8yxjILX4wuncC2XUR5wLNr2sqXvuJKibJBc81bJZHc18szeXZ5M5HXmugusD5Qq0RJL2Q0zfTJd0U/s1468/RoseBlu_Cover.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1468" data-original-width="1468" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFZ1q0_8glTAETeyVOj7RWCQFf7PNME1l31MrE0MEX6zATY9pQZXFzbcyhAx7t86YOBdM0GVLPy1bpWaBOrIxQatLLqmTuO4y--EkTWWfYAioWYJ8yxjILX4wuncC2XUR5wLNr2sqXvuJKibJBc81bJZHc18szeXZ5M5HXmugusD5Qq0RJL2Q0zfTJd0U/w640-h640/RoseBlu_Cover.png" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></p><p class="preFade fadeIn" style="transition-delay: 0.28s; transition-duration: 1.5s; transition-timing-function: ease; white-space: pre-wrap;">Most needleworkers understand the language of quilting and embroidery, but until recently, the word "boutis" was a treasure that remained mostly hidden within the borders of France. Thanks to the efforts of France Boutis and other like minded associations, boutis is slowly being recognized and admired around the world.</p><p class="preFade fadeIn" style="transition-delay: 0.293333s; transition-duration: 1.5s; transition-timing-function: ease; white-space: pre-wrap;">Although our focus will be on Traditional French Boutis, from time to time we will celebrate other forms of needlework as well. No matter which part of the world we are from, or where our various experiences and interests have taken us, the language of "Stitches" does not need words, it is common to all of us and can be understood in any dialect or language. </p><p class="preFade fadeIn" style="transition-delay: 0.293333s; transition-duration: 1.5s; transition-timing-function: ease; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size: large;">If you would like to know more about boutis and maybe even try it for yourself, check out the introductory level boutis kits in my newly opened <a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/SeamsFrenchBoutisque?ref=l2-about-shopname">ETSY shop.</a></span></p><div class="blog-item-top-wrapper"><div class="sqs-html-content"><p class="preFade fadeIn" style="transition-delay: 0.293333s; transition-duration: 1.5s; transition-timing-function: ease; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://seamsfrench.org/"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Read More at seamsfrench.org </span></b></a></p><p class="preFade fadeIn" style="transition-delay: 0.293333s; transition-duration: 1.5s; transition-timing-function: ease; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </p>
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All of the work in the exhibition have kept these parameters as their primary focus, while allowing individual experiences and contemporary influences into the design choices.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0lVc9F3jdOGJXVzvgwA9Ab1BIsYyb-WI5xnPmNPbpBGWKwC8tH6lu8EjGUbVVTtJaehYC_lWMQ98csUAftYjtX1f11siIor_-i42sVTI5G31DsfqKY7PmHlS93J7l8aAAWdt9AqI2fQRZX1mJpLELCMIcIoRB0MUhVxfx1ViBO2Q-gwenQ4Mc8gst/s1260/Salon_01_Contemporary.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1260" data-original-width="1200" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0lVc9F3jdOGJXVzvgwA9Ab1BIsYyb-WI5xnPmNPbpBGWKwC8tH6lu8EjGUbVVTtJaehYC_lWMQ98csUAftYjtX1f11siIor_-i42sVTI5G31DsfqKY7PmHlS93J7l8aAAWdt9AqI2fQRZX1mJpLELCMIcIoRB0MUhVxfx1ViBO2Q-gwenQ4Mc8gst/w381-h400/Salon_01_Contemporary.jpg" width="381" /></a></div><p></p><p>Contemporary design can be used very successfully to highlight the beauty of boutis.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Designed by Hubert Valeri and realized by the members of France Boutis, this tablecloth now covers the table where couples sign the register.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgntSXpgAECgeXHla2BlESCWWPGXuPB-_mpY_epONw54qWy8bgYPr5UfR_D8gfDnAeiUnEKbzY5ZNAnCQz-710-u2vVB5f_s3DnTGlMSt39QamCvg3SvgA-b6NpWRTH0yc5SKTnneSjtyGV-SXzKasPSkRJdsMGLmSMYr-1irTese__CfBn2RUMWJhA/s1761/Salon_12_Contemporary.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1761" data-original-width="1200" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgntSXpgAECgeXHla2BlESCWWPGXuPB-_mpY_epONw54qWy8bgYPr5UfR_D8gfDnAeiUnEKbzY5ZNAnCQz-710-u2vVB5f_s3DnTGlMSt39QamCvg3SvgA-b6NpWRTH0yc5SKTnneSjtyGV-SXzKasPSkRJdsMGLmSMYr-1irTese__CfBn2RUMWJhA/w273-h400/Salon_12_Contemporary.jpg" width="273" /></a></div><p></p><p> </p><p>The addition of colour, either with thread, fabric or cording, was seen in much of the work displayed. <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="2268" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilRMRlkVg-TeW-pV55cUzePH9P-8fRIEXej4uFAQOStew1H1eb0OeRN3gLN76yf-8DdDzYcbGhFqmWjcnkvKGLyBcDG2M5jT3IKuMHmZj8G_bHu_UcYMFo_DPZ3ue1GgMx3druQB3Cb8mvOduTJDHfgRoyiZJsw5LBJGbjUeUdpGNLsH6XKTAIwC6b/w225-h400/PXL_20220528_123545617.jpg" width="225" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p></p><p> Whether a white on white traditional bed cover, or a colourful, stylized modern design, the common thread running through all the pieces is a passion and a dedication for boutis.<br /></p>Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-18107526790120155142022-06-25T10:16:00.000-07:002022-06-25T10:16:07.452-07:00Salon Nationale du Boutis 2022<p>Caissargues, France is a satellite community on the outskirts of Nimes in southern France. It is also the home of France Boutis, an association of passionate artisans dedicated to reviving the time honoured needlework tradition of boutis. Boutis is a traditional needlework technique specific to the Provencal region of France. It's origins can be traced to the port city of Marseilles in the 16th century. Here it became a highly popular form of embellishing plain, white cotton fabric and was a much sought-after textile throughout the 18th century. Over later centuries, its popularity declined, but the 21st century has seen a renewed interest in the craft thanks in large part to the active promotion of France Boutis.<br /><br />As suggested by the title of their recently published book, "Apprendre Boutis et Transmettre", (Learn Boutis and Share), France Boutis has worked tirelessy over the last decade to promote and revive this cherished craft, both in France and beyond.<br /><br />Since it's first national exposition in 2012, France Boutis has organized a salon every 2 years celebrating this traditional classic, elegant needlework art. At this years exposition, 32 exhibitors were invited to present their work during the 3 day salon, including boutiseusses (stitchers) from Japan, Hungary and myself from Canada.</p><p>Every piece on display deserves to be in the spotlight. What is shown below is only a small representation of some of the more traditional pieces that were at the show. 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It's origins, and it's name, can be traced to the port of Marseilles in southern France to the 15th century. Traditional boutis was a technique invented to embellish otherwise plain white cotton with intricately patterned channels that would later be stuffed with a plump white yarn to give it relief. The resulting corded whitework created an elegant, embossed textile that was much sought after. Not only was it aesthetically appealing, but it also provided warmth and absorbency, so could be used for bed coverings, toilette linens (like towels), clothing items, home decor, etc.</p><p>The first two photos below are from the collection of Mme. Monique Alphand, a well known French expert and collector of antique textiles from Marseilles and Provence. </p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdPzTx57yf8D806HfuXaMexMWYq6rTOAJkaveRTN_eF4nQ1u7reDAISFjqCoV1dfqD3oedshO_H5-98WcXcbpBvU83IRyeoRu5V8HNA-lqkFQKkL5Tc8Q6QZY6wcf519KTUND9aqAkcVI/s1200/BoutisDefinition_02_AntiqueBoutis.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="839" data-original-width="1200" height="280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdPzTx57yf8D806HfuXaMexMWYq6rTOAJkaveRTN_eF4nQ1u7reDAISFjqCoV1dfqD3oedshO_H5-98WcXcbpBvU83IRyeoRu5V8HNA-lqkFQKkL5Tc8Q6QZY6wcf519KTUND9aqAkcVI/w400-h280/BoutisDefinition_02_AntiqueBoutis.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Because of its absorbency and warmth, boutis was often used in making items for baby's layette. (see above)<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p><br /></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj20zMwbAgrwugjDe38lqjtlOX3biys7rw76ufk7Lc7vV-flEL6aNnG2c4dCZAe-osKjym-gcKdTfL00eRlb0wDpLrl7OPl-qYd3_ItmSOdApz3SWueFB1lKUbCOhSNUPVooufYbD49IBs/s1200/BoutisDefinition_01_AntiqueBoutis.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="900" data-original-width="1200" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj20zMwbAgrwugjDe38lqjtlOX3biys7rw76ufk7Lc7vV-flEL6aNnG2c4dCZAe-osKjym-gcKdTfL00eRlb0wDpLrl7OPl-qYd3_ItmSOdApz3SWueFB1lKUbCOhSNUPVooufYbD49IBs/w400-h300/BoutisDefinition_01_AntiqueBoutis.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Also, from the same collection, a small section of a wedding quilt from the early 19th century.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p>For a variety of reasons, including imposed prohibitions on some textiles, the plague, and the fact that it was quite labour intensive, its popularity slowly declined over the years. However, the 21st century has seen a revival of boutis throughout France. Contemporary French needleworkers who have learned the skill from previous generations of mothers and grandmothers have once again embraced the technique and are energetically reviving its popularity among todays needlework enthusiasts. Thanks to the active promotion of local artisans and the 31 boutis associations throughout France, not only is boutis regaining its popularity in France, it also has a growing following in other countries. </p><p>In 2019 France Boutis, along with the large community of boutis
associations throughout France, jointly published an official document
for the Ministry of Culture which defines boutis. It presents the results of an exhaustive
study of the history and the technique of this greatly valued heritage. A
small excerpt from the document describes boutis as, <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><i>“… a technique of
embellishing fabric, of giving it relief. Boutis is the only embroidery
that looks as complete on the right side as it is on the reverse side.
Boutis uses a simple technique but requires excellence.” </i></span></p><p><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><b>What defines boutis? </b></span></p><p><span style="color: #3d88ba;"><i>Boutis is a play of light and shadow</i> </span>created by inserting yarn into pre-stitched motifs and channels, creating a raised pattern. Two layers of fabric, traditionally a white cotton batiste, are hand stitched together into narrow channels (about 1/8 inch apart) or small motifs outlining the design. Although white cotton batiste is used most often, other colours, such as the saffron batiste below, are also used from time to time. In the early workshops of Marseilles, where boutis has it's origins, a tiny backstitch known as<i> "la piqûre de Marseille" (the stitch of Marseilles)</i> was the original stitch and the only stitch used for boutis. Much later in it's history, after the workshops in Marseilles closed, the running stitch, <i>"point avant"</i>, gained popularity because of it's efficiency. Today Boutis is again taught with the tiny backstitch, just as the early ateliers did. Regardless of which stitch is used, they must be tiny, consistent in length and of equal quality on the right side and the reverse side.</p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWTKwT-bm-61uScmFoxouqYlXrvB8eZrBBHqP6F1e10ML6ZZNxxMzXATMqruszBaMCXINF3JaOaWC9zQR_G_XzVuo5zGmqxA2DeLGe6h0Eg5osbXHzCO58PxFWTiKsRgk7kA1c9_wyIlo/s1239/BoutisDefinition_03_Unorded.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1239" data-original-width="1200" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWTKwT-bm-61uScmFoxouqYlXrvB8eZrBBHqP6F1e10ML6ZZNxxMzXATMqruszBaMCXINF3JaOaWC9zQR_G_XzVuo5zGmqxA2DeLGe6h0Eg5osbXHzCO58PxFWTiKsRgk7kA1c9_wyIlo/w388-h400/BoutisDefinition_03_Unorded.jpg" width="388" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">In the sample above I have used both stitches. Stitching two layers of cotton batiste together, the running stitch outlines the centre floral medallion, while the shorter lines surrounding the medallion have been stitched with the backstitch. Before the work is corded it is flat and lifeless. (The blue marking lines will wash out.)<br /></td></tr></tbody></table> <p></p><p>After the stitching is completed, cotton yarn is individually threaded into each channel between the two layers of fabric from the reverse side. It is the cording that gives definition to the patterns and brings life to the design. The play of light and shadow on the motif changes what appears to be flat whitework to a luminous embossed design.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWQlUE0h7fnGML1qW3QG_3O52Rfk1V-nvoZf_hRUnj4oTpnlG_VMUr1Z4TFcHAx_K9ECDlnH1KETpLEf6H479wsFAtuJfOiRTDoNKyN73s4U3mnOCLWHesSdda_SaN-evKgQ2tLSJUESI/s1200/BoutisDefinition_04_Corded.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1175" data-original-width="1200" height="391" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWQlUE0h7fnGML1qW3QG_3O52Rfk1V-nvoZf_hRUnj4oTpnlG_VMUr1Z4TFcHAx_K9ECDlnH1KETpLEf6H479wsFAtuJfOiRTDoNKyN73s4U3mnOCLWHesSdda_SaN-evKgQ2tLSJUESI/w400-h391/BoutisDefinition_04_Corded.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">After the cording is completed, the piece is immersed in water and squared up.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p></p><p><i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Boutis is completely reversible and both sides should be of equal quality.</span></i> There is no visible right or wrong side of the work. (See below)<br /></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPUJmCyk7V3I_jOAGq9JtNpTb5UCXuHXyTUD9wtYQ8ED-aAhusMcSm0_L4dSuO7EXY3Nj_9vkxIq6i8vGDhEH2vrpKh3VEuSYWbigo8XJjILyh7k5ro88XwXoFT973beBdklYDiBWHTqw/s1200/BoutisDefinition_05_ReverseSide.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1193" data-original-width="1200" height="398" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPUJmCyk7V3I_jOAGq9JtNpTb5UCXuHXyTUD9wtYQ8ED-aAhusMcSm0_L4dSuO7EXY3Nj_9vkxIq6i8vGDhEH2vrpKh3VEuSYWbigo8XJjILyh7k5ro88XwXoFT973beBdklYDiBWHTqw/w400-h398/BoutisDefinition_05_ReverseSide.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Showing the reverse side of the floral medallion.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjXG1PNeLh4KcY5pqttE47n3njeESNjhnBT00FcFmE3La72owwCo8G_f4gHKi17lpNsvhg5bkQ1Cf4gDmcv-1FeBwmum7nsBOA6BjnLdLA0vV9PpGnYyShmCsmZg9GWasowXA4qStyk9g/s1249/BoutisDefinition_07_PiquredeMarseilles.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1249" data-original-width="1200" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjXG1PNeLh4KcY5pqttE47n3njeESNjhnBT00FcFmE3La72owwCo8G_f4gHKi17lpNsvhg5bkQ1Cf4gDmcv-1FeBwmum7nsBOA6BjnLdLA0vV9PpGnYyShmCsmZg9GWasowXA4qStyk9g/w384-h400/BoutisDefinition_07_PiquredeMarseilles.jpg" width="384" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Here is another version of the same floral medallion on white showing the right side which has been stitched with <i>piqûre de Marseilles</i> (the tiny backstitch).<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p><i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Another attribute of boutis is its luminosity. </span></i>When held up to the light boutis will let the light pass through between the corded channels and in this way illuminate the design.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBy10uowgf6uG9FTbJugN894Pym5mu3ck6l6-mdGh6XoBa2aeor82L-M1e41VY1nKFkhG_rDhgOGjyrJ-DRGj9TczaR_op61vxrE4tGigLNDsyRQRbVHDbA1VMAXRHFQ5hh3drRuGh7-4/s2028/BoutisDefinition_08_Backlit.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2028" data-original-width="1200" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBy10uowgf6uG9FTbJugN894Pym5mu3ck6l6-mdGh6XoBa2aeor82L-M1e41VY1nKFkhG_rDhgOGjyrJ-DRGj9TczaR_op61vxrE4tGigLNDsyRQRbVHDbA1VMAXRHFQ5hh3drRuGh7-4/w236-h400/BoutisDefinition_08_Backlit.jpg" width="236" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Above, two boutis floral medallions have been placed into a framework of quilting. Held up against the light, the luminosity of boutis can shine.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p><i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">The design of boutis is also crucial to what defines it.</span></i> Unlike trapunto, which can be used to add dimension to an isolated motif, boutis requires that the central motif be surrounded by a network of channels that support the design and allow it to stand alone as its own work. There should be no puckering or pleats in the finished piece.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI-0mFaCK8refa9k8eSKe4MGRecNO6Yj6ipK5Dxk1LqQxUnU4koTaga-pxnYW6m8XH_vz0huwoFkY79GRqfpDY1_PipylDcOGjeuYk0yPHY9ls9vm4CnEQC1y_TK_gAHz8sduTHO6uXFY/s1200/BoutisDefinition_09_Structure.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="831" data-original-width="1200" height="278" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI-0mFaCK8refa9k8eSKe4MGRecNO6Yj6ipK5Dxk1LqQxUnU4koTaga-pxnYW6m8XH_vz0huwoFkY79GRqfpDY1_PipylDcOGjeuYk0yPHY9ls9vm4CnEQC1y_TK_gAHz8sduTHO6uXFY/w400-h278/BoutisDefinition_09_Structure.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">In this little butterfly pouch, the center motif has been surrounded by a network of corded channels giving the pouch structure. <br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Beware of Faux Boutis. Even in France, it is not unusual for merchants to falsely use
the term “boutis” to market their products. Counterfeits are
mechanically produced and falsely sold under the name of boutis. I have seen faux boutis being sold in some of the finer linen boutiques in
France and here in North America.</p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYHMhiWl_QS05RLnS7FvrVDlXzPTBtTMqeqcaxLLa0QeLbgdQ9bGy7NhBmXHDEV21LrnpVOhwn_zknCVlfIWtvVIacgHAht9yZFmk02fH0hCSJJ_mMOwru9iYjJm-y54cqNef7U225mU8/s1200/BoutisDefinition_10_FauxBoutis.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1102" data-original-width="1200" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYHMhiWl_QS05RLnS7FvrVDlXzPTBtTMqeqcaxLLa0QeLbgdQ9bGy7NhBmXHDEV21LrnpVOhwn_zknCVlfIWtvVIacgHAht9yZFmk02fH0hCSJJ_mMOwru9iYjJm-y54cqNef7U225mU8/w400-h368/BoutisDefinition_10_FauxBoutis.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">These linens were purchased in France where they were being marketed as boutis. They have all been quilted, either by hand or machine and as lovely as they are, <i><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><b>they are not boutis.</b></span></i><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>It is important to note that contemporary artisans place a great respect on the traditional technique and emphasis is placed on learning boutis using traditional designs to learn the technique. Although the technique itself is simple, it requires accuracy and patience to achieve excellence.</p><p>Today's artisans along with the 31 boutis associations throughout France, are actively promoting this textile art by teaching, providing workshops, and holding exhibitions where enthusiasts are encouraged to participate. Along with other boutis shows organized by other associations throughout the year, France Boutis hosts the <a href="http://franceboutis.canalblog.com/archives/4eme_salon_national_du_boutis/index.html">Salon National du Boutis</a> semi annually. It is the national boutis exhibition, held in the town of Caissargues in the south of France. If you ever travel to France, (one day it will be possible again, sigh!!!), check to see if there will be any boutis exhibitions taking place during your visit. Perhaps even a workshop? You will not regret it.<br /></p><p>Sources:</p><p>"FICHE D'INVENTAIRE DU PATROMONIE CULTURAL IMMATERIAL: LE BOUTIS OU BRODERIE DE MARSEILLE"</p><p>"Le Fil Blanc": A quarterly magazine published by France Boutis</p><p>"Marseille: The Cradle of White Corded Quilting"; by Kathryn Berenson, 2010; Published by International Quilt Study Center & Museum, University of Nebraska - Lincoln, Nebraska. </p><p><br /></p>Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-46493295825531968202020-12-21T10:17:00.001-08:002021-01-03T14:08:28.002-08:00A Celebration of Solstice Stars<p> December 21st became a real celebration for us when our granddaughter was born on it. Each year on her birthday, the winter solstice, I make her a special star that she can hang on the Christmas tree.<br /></p><p>Boutis, applique, beading and other bling were used in making these stars. (Every party needs some bling!) Because the project is small, it's a fun way to experiment and play with different techniques and ideas. <br /></p><p>Here's a small selection of some of the stars that I have made.<br /></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjaLWykzANklJIRM23PvNE01uOzCtOC2MnkKDR1VeAvOCoTNgyI_o8N6MknmigxpYHhEyLkvXHDt4NFG07s6aPMzI3JaQuGAblVRVfmlxJ8ATNMdPFh7J3bADHoKPKNOXeFC7pHHtavGw/s1200/SolsticeStar2019_02.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1147" data-original-width="1200" height="383" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjaLWykzANklJIRM23PvNE01uOzCtOC2MnkKDR1VeAvOCoTNgyI_o8N6MknmigxpYHhEyLkvXHDt4NFG07s6aPMzI3JaQuGAblVRVfmlxJ8ATNMdPFh7J3bADHoKPKNOXeFC7pHHtavGw/w400-h383/SolsticeStar2019_02.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqH8MsbPu4qvq_ncOiDxhQseu93ThOtu0Fi_2arJKkKaG9cQV22y3y6KKEYlCEuEgLbjTJiKzKzXTztpYyC9frA24ywJqCabQ0Y2023LQGE0wGe7kB7bXiekbjiGq4LqkRPF_sZONAx2w/s2048/SolsticeStar2019_01.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1133" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqH8MsbPu4qvq_ncOiDxhQseu93ThOtu0Fi_2arJKkKaG9cQV22y3y6KKEYlCEuEgLbjTJiKzKzXTztpYyC9frA24ywJqCabQ0Y2023LQGE0wGe7kB7bXiekbjiGq4LqkRPF_sZONAx2w/w221-h400/SolsticeStar2019_01.jpg" width="221" /></a></div><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6-WnVqvxM-b4PjbRlHSNe0phDDrMom9Nf4D4CTO99Wq5q0WZBZpMJT_D5AiZvwxf9kJC3S0yATSq3PhLZix_nVw_i-y46Yhax5rhUoL22eZtLWHl7CRroApPO-IvP1lTuwVAM0WdsYj0/s1756/SolsticeStar2019_06.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1756" data-original-width="1200" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6-WnVqvxM-b4PjbRlHSNe0phDDrMom9Nf4D4CTO99Wq5q0WZBZpMJT_D5AiZvwxf9kJC3S0yATSq3PhLZix_nVw_i-y46Yhax5rhUoL22eZtLWHl7CRroApPO-IvP1lTuwVAM0WdsYj0/w274-h400/SolsticeStar2019_06.jpg" width="274" /></a></div><p></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9OY2hTa0pUynuAjUXtax0eZK2fUQQ1BKWvS_W4e4quFTRv6BkXZKZzFFYO747D_VWirjOmDPS417URRfLIwGFx6S37-obBNMz8f7_SeAkYdlus_MEXKg7vkvGGXpgJNHw8N_HnYfUQHA/s1798/SolsticeStar2018_05.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1798" data-original-width="1200" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9OY2hTa0pUynuAjUXtax0eZK2fUQQ1BKWvS_W4e4quFTRv6BkXZKZzFFYO747D_VWirjOmDPS417URRfLIwGFx6S37-obBNMz8f7_SeAkYdlus_MEXKg7vkvGGXpgJNHw8N_HnYfUQHA/w268-h400/SolsticeStar2018_05.jpg" width="268" /></a></div><p></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR2Nfh8EjXg-T9iNLXF_MYBAdma0KNeQOjRO4BHUfi2-EubleoX_BB642SPRyTeO0ctsyzlLFnQWH0ni4Z08xWz3msvpvvEic3ejd4xc2hbt0zNnXebPHayn9YZ46XPTyeUMdxOgYlMD0/s1795/SolsticeStars2020_07.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1795" data-original-width="1200" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR2Nfh8EjXg-T9iNLXF_MYBAdma0KNeQOjRO4BHUfi2-EubleoX_BB642SPRyTeO0ctsyzlLFnQWH0ni4Z08xWz3msvpvvEic3ejd4xc2hbt0zNnXebPHayn9YZ46XPTyeUMdxOgYlMD0/w268-h400/SolsticeStars2020_07.jpg" width="268" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p>Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-22997667122023364282020-10-27T09:36:00.000-07:002020-10-27T09:36:19.194-07:00Boutis: Hummingbird Gold<p>With the stitching and cording finished on <a href="http://seamsfrench.blogspot.com/2020/09/cathedral-window-boutis-blues.html">"Cathedral Boutis Blues"</a>, I have started my next boutis design. Whenever I design a project for myself, I like to make it relevant to my world and my experiences, just like every generation of quilters and designers has always done.<br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrZjIjt66e_nN6D6SXlOWccod-Vtv-b_zvAcqFV99L6N2jyIhxGjFMf6RAgw7ar6FhFQFgOatGhAvLl9ny3EYToN_CErIxICG5DKNrUKCSdDOTZaaxTw_P2PH2lHHhnfATnUOEHh4-6Gw/s1200/BoutisColibriDor_03_PartialHead.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="886" data-original-width="1200" height="295" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrZjIjt66e_nN6D6SXlOWccod-Vtv-b_zvAcqFV99L6N2jyIhxGjFMf6RAgw7ar6FhFQFgOatGhAvLl9ny3EYToN_CErIxICG5DKNrUKCSdDOTZaaxTw_P2PH2lHHhnfATnUOEHh4-6Gw/w400-h295/BoutisColibriDor_03_PartialHead.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>Birds have always fascinated me and one of the delights of our balcony garden is the constant flurry of hummingbirds around the 3 feeders my husband faithfully tends. I am thrilled for the opportunity to observe and photograph these delicate creatures at such close range. They have inspired many of my patterns.<br /><p></p><p></p><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF2U1J3taXuELEfjyHJjw0XumveSOIRXy-nLHePpLGO_3xIJ-blPcJVy8EI7oEVul_yzc_WenvHcPGo921_ZpGmUfzX85FDYDiidioelOMz86VOr43LIFnELnswG6ij9KwdjvuJlI8F7E/s1200/ColibriD%2527or_01.jpg"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF2U1J3taXuELEfjyHJjw0XumveSOIRXy-nLHePpLGO_3xIJ-blPcJVy8EI7oEVul_yzc_WenvHcPGo921_ZpGmUfzX85FDYDiidioelOMz86VOr43LIFnELnswG6ij9KwdjvuJlI8F7E/w400-h400/ColibriD%2527or_01.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwuc6w2-Ef1xC4n8hXwsN7rNywB_bBpUWnT__jHLfq2ado8J1nQWKIsSKjSLB9irQ9UX2CbyEnLBEi5s-VDyRjcZVuh3e3xhRGKvc6MM2n58T_0x66RMNbZ9eGOF7KBWdPnaszLZmzdP4/s1200/ColibriD%2527or_02.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="856" data-original-width="1200" height="285" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwuc6w2-Ef1xC4n8hXwsN7rNywB_bBpUWnT__jHLfq2ado8J1nQWKIsSKjSLB9irQ9UX2CbyEnLBEi5s-VDyRjcZVuh3e3xhRGKvc6MM2n58T_0x66RMNbZ9eGOF7KBWdPnaszLZmzdP4/w400-h285/ColibriD%2527or_02.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJUiWoqBHhHfz2BzIQtWp6h0HRwguhUSHp6NmqPHZ4XHbCaSmvMf003-_IkvDBvTJNek_vo1-EeqqDzonVW-ulwhwUpjMltihFPIH6dVwrfBRzcLsKBfUKu2Mu5WR5986K19zqPZBK_NQ/s1200/ColibriD%2527or_03.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="908" data-original-width="1200" height="303" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJUiWoqBHhHfz2BzIQtWp6h0HRwguhUSHp6NmqPHZ4XHbCaSmvMf003-_IkvDBvTJNek_vo1-EeqqDzonVW-ulwhwUpjMltihFPIH6dVwrfBRzcLsKBfUKu2Mu5WR5986K19zqPZBK_NQ/w400-h303/ColibriD%2527or_03.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">There is resolve and focused determination in their ability to hover at
the feeder with a steady, stable grace. Perhaps that's the reason I admire them and am
drawn to them.</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaT_XceaBlSYFTwFTdzF6UF0Ma6nJp8M7wI1Hn3ys-dJ89n_RoU4__d2RjiVyxpPXkYL_P_qOL6DM5UGxTJkdJjuhsQJ0oX5D7l4QQPUap1GOdUXAviM0Jgd1rY7eSW43emYC7ijFMnD4/s1200/BoutisColibriDor_04_PartialBody.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1032" data-original-width="1200" height="344" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaT_XceaBlSYFTwFTdzF6UF0Ma6nJp8M7wI1Hn3ys-dJ89n_RoU4__d2RjiVyxpPXkYL_P_qOL6DM5UGxTJkdJjuhsQJ0oX5D7l4QQPUap1GOdUXAviM0Jgd1rY7eSW43emYC7ijFMnD4/w400-h344/BoutisColibriDor_04_PartialBody.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">In a boutis project, narrow channels form the outline of the design. These channels are stitched first, and then individually corded with a cotton yarn, thereby adding relief that highlights the design.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table> <p></p><p> The colours of this project are brighter. Lighter. I'm using gold silk threads in various weights that are stitched onto 2 layers of white cotton batiste.<br /></p><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsq-cFF8J96Z3cX8OFreb6uLR8XMTgyZ4lqYRechYKXbQEJ6QqDkFIPBTxHtxgDjfFJLGMFRovReffp8sd1axMdrMNzWCAfsJ4M0f9UzKF3JvPIBNVsz_co5e3Kwzp9XDUaeQQq-fbQJg/s1200/BoutisGold_03_Colours.jpg"><img border="0" data-original-height="1016" data-original-width="1200" height="339" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsq-cFF8J96Z3cX8OFreb6uLR8XMTgyZ4lqYRechYKXbQEJ6QqDkFIPBTxHtxgDjfFJLGMFRovReffp8sd1axMdrMNzWCAfsJ4M0f9UzKF3JvPIBNVsz_co5e3Kwzp9XDUaeQQq-fbQJg/w400-h339/BoutisGold_03_Colours.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifOmvzTka8QX0VZO4R7XVwMANNhQrOf2-yHUi2MfBS8CAOILrKvXdHAonlTJACv5DXifXoutvmHYxpLj3lB4bXmzGRN1z1PzrSMpwmqEJp1aXlIl6SSbahiUclt1HMZiUyNonnIasRu_Y/s1200/BoutisGold_05_CordedCloseUp.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifOmvzTka8QX0VZO4R7XVwMANNhQrOf2-yHUi2MfBS8CAOILrKvXdHAonlTJACv5DXifXoutvmHYxpLj3lB4bXmzGRN1z1PzrSMpwmqEJp1aXlIl6SSbahiUclt1HMZiUyNonnIasRu_Y/w400-h320/BoutisGold_05_CordedCloseUp.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">These 6" medallions from "Hummingbird Gold", which are already stitched, use the same colours, and will be incorporated into this project.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p>A sister project to "Boutis Blues", <a href="http://seamsfrench.blogspot.com/2019/11/boutis-gold.html">"Hummingbird Gold"</a> continues the story of Notre Dame Cathedral portraying an evolution of a restored cathedral as it continues into the century.<br /></p><br />Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-91403942879386166442020-09-20T13:43:00.000-07:002020-09-20T13:43:45.386-07:00Cathedral Window Boutis Blues<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJt9dO-VKD19lT_bcbLZvZ6aeaLkZSTCZ-DyK83soJevUS0BDjDIXo-pYzQak4NT65whWGXdMsYAKmYxKMc0cxQK669MrVkEQlvTHp7H-gauCjq13ULYsomx1O7oS7DE6WPaox-NY55k4/s1200/BoutisBlues_03A_PartialBlue.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1193" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJt9dO-VKD19lT_bcbLZvZ6aeaLkZSTCZ-DyK83soJevUS0BDjDIXo-pYzQak4NT65whWGXdMsYAKmYxKMc0cxQK669MrVkEQlvTHp7H-gauCjq13ULYsomx1O7oS7DE6WPaox-NY55k4/s320/BoutisBlues_03A_PartialBlue.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>Stitched in white, restitched in shades of smoky blues and then finally corded, my boutis interpretation of the Notre Dame Rose window (Rose Sud) was finished over the summer. <a href="http://seamsfrench.blogspot.com/2019/10/stitching-boutis-blues.html">"Stitching the Boutis Blues"</a>, which was posted on October 10/2019, describes the inspiration and the evolution of this piece. <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmbHHbA2K5Vji7sULFG9o0KWjeEFWrjqsYDdnaEwvFB2S-vmucjNbzb7mE16Q321okgdVeUMs_XrH4yRsGN-1GAfzKBGU112igMSKtz0dRFiL5vCTuTc3oYg96Bwy2oVCluONcgMf1pAU/s1200/BoutisBlues_01_FullWhite.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="801" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmbHHbA2K5Vji7sULFG9o0KWjeEFWrjqsYDdnaEwvFB2S-vmucjNbzb7mE16Q321okgdVeUMs_XrH4yRsGN-1GAfzKBGU112igMSKtz0dRFiL5vCTuTc3oYg96Bwy2oVCluONcgMf1pAU/s320/BoutisBlues_01_FullWhite.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>The original intent of the project had been to make a traditional white on white boutis piece. The addition of the cut out "rosettes", a technique that I had been wanting to try for a while, were added to lend a sense of luminosity to the window. With the rosettes done, the stitching was complete and the piece was ready to be corded.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgo-OG4JxhPXDpFppd92EqYLcoMeeEFRuD3Ei1_yvn3-hktftipDvwKkdufGmBrPFpXwIs-Rq9-3XvrywvAynzyeOo0vw_HA-p030RqnYZqgwzWiaaYAWIhSAMUxOVBpwcy9LnCJQXN_gQ/s1200/BoutisBlues_02_AddingBlue.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1182" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgo-OG4JxhPXDpFppd92EqYLcoMeeEFRuD3Ei1_yvn3-hktftipDvwKkdufGmBrPFpXwIs-Rq9-3XvrywvAynzyeOo0vw_HA-p030RqnYZqgwzWiaaYAWIhSAMUxOVBpwcy9LnCJQXN_gQ/s320/BoutisBlues_02_AddingBlue.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>But then, on April 15, 2019, when much of the Notre Dame Cathedral of Paris was destroyed in a devastating fire, a pristine, light interpretation of the rose window no longer seemed appropriate. I felt that the piece needed to be darkened, dirtied somehow, to convey this recent destruction. <br /></p><p>To achieve this darkened smokiness, I started over stitching one row of arches with a simple stem stitch in a smoky blue silk thread. When the one row of arches didn't achieve the effect that I was going for, I added some blue background stitches to areas of the window that would not be corded, (almost like a stipple stitch is used when free motion quilting). (See above). Once that first row of arches was restitched, it became clear that the whole piece needed to follow suit.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0XDWqdG8QtFzlD2p3VkYYWtW1v87XLiFpj0covV3mwXjuxtU5wASKoLCCQ2tvFWK0Me3HMARuKcbvrDRx_-K-5-zxCPsRzLQ0giVfKu6dAyLoP4QiLiqYMPnrVf8dJjvfCadeqoYIyFc/s1200/BoutisBlues_05_CloseUp.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="739" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0XDWqdG8QtFzlD2p3VkYYWtW1v87XLiFpj0covV3mwXjuxtU5wASKoLCCQ2tvFWK0Me3HMARuKcbvrDRx_-K-5-zxCPsRzLQ0giVfKu6dAyLoP4QiLiqYMPnrVf8dJjvfCadeqoYIyFc/s320/BoutisBlues_05_CloseUp.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>This was a gradual process and over the next few months, the stitching was completed, <i><b>(for the second time)</b></i>, and the rose window was ready to be corded. But it wasn't until the Covid lock down in spring that I picked it up again and finished the piece with the cording.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfDRYwxi9ni7zj34ohyphenhyphenVdH63xqp3qJXcHwrqh0ZGcDvnsZmmwH7IPh-o9voD9R9vi8-Ktur7-DogPgJnViQ_uIvbhVvis8aEwPXJxM1OJf_4isItNpXARduQWbC7gLPno8T_xME_5B-l0/s1200/BoutisBlues_06_CloseUp.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="819" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfDRYwxi9ni7zj34ohyphenhyphenVdH63xqp3qJXcHwrqh0ZGcDvnsZmmwH7IPh-o9voD9R9vi8-Ktur7-DogPgJnViQ_uIvbhVvis8aEwPXJxM1OJf_4isItNpXARduQWbC7gLPno8T_xME_5B-l0/s320/BoutisBlues_06_CloseUp.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p>Traditionally, boutis is corded with a white cotton yarn, but in order to deepen the smoky hues, I chose a steel blue cotton yarn to cord through the pre-stitched channels.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkOjhM_RWV5pDOchUStHO9R2CzGPJqmS0h6uEat-qvmFInN0Rb6-noUGMRGDsYionuKY6D2AdQaUAvgEr5qma_Jq85AwdA52PB90x-f0L8AJEJcONGowlTDWidUmyLdDwf_g9nEs6hfRI/s1200/BoutisBlues_04_FullBlue_Angle.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1031" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkOjhM_RWV5pDOchUStHO9R2CzGPJqmS0h6uEat-qvmFInN0Rb6-noUGMRGDsYionuKY6D2AdQaUAvgEr5qma_Jq85AwdA52PB90x-f0L8AJEJcONGowlTDWidUmyLdDwf_g9nEs6hfRI/s320/BoutisBlues_04_FullBlue_Angle.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><i><b>Now</b></i> the smoky boutis Rose Window is complete. The last step will be to incorporate the rose window into a quilted framework, similar to the way I finished my <a href="http://seamsfrench.blogspot.com/2018/06/the-gate-to-hummingbird-garden-quilt.html">Boutis Hummingbird</a> quilt.</p><p> <br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p> </p>
Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-68481227882852732172020-07-08T10:44:00.001-07:002020-09-20T10:19:21.413-07:00Whole Cloth Quilt Silk: Finished<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span face=""arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif"><span style="color: #7baaf7;"><i>"Dancing Shamrocks"</i></span>, as I have named her, is finally finished and on the bed.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">My hope had been to finish the quilt for our 40th wedding Anniversary, which was March 17th.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">2019!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: small;">It was in May of 2018 that I was ready to start the machine quilting. By November of that year, <a href="https://seamsfrench.blogspot.com/2018/11/whole-cloth-silk-quilt-quilting-progress.html">the top of the quilt was finished</a> with only the border left to quilt. A 2019 finish seemed quite possible. Unfortunately, unforeseen circumstances put the project on hold from Dec.2018 until October 2019. However, from then until it's finish in April of this year, my sewing machine and I have been best of buds.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Even so, we didn't quite make it for March 17th of this year, our 41st, but came close. </span><span style="font-size: small;">The last stitch closing the binding went in on April 24, 2020.</span><br />
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When squaring up so large quilt (94" x 100"), a clean floor is my only option and the parquet flooring gives me great reference points for getting it square. Unfortunately, when I laid it out, setting up for advantageous photo angles didn't cross my mind until much too late, so it's orientation (upside down) is not at all convenient for pics. C'est la vie! Until I find a wall large enough to hang the quilt and take a proper pic, this is the best I can do. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Here the whole quilt is visible. It has been squared and is ready for the binding.</td></tr>
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It was in <a href="http://seamsfrench.blogspot.com/2013/02/free-motion-butterfly.html">early January of 2013 that the first ideas</a> for this quilt were sketched onto paper and tested on the machine, and not until <a href="http://seamsfrench.blogspot.com/2016/04/new-project-silk-whole-cloth-quilt.html">3 years later</a> that I next picked up the design. Whenever I design a quilt for myself or someone else, I like to include motifs and symbols that are meaningful to the recipient, in this case, my husband and me. <a href="http://seamsfrench.blogspot.com/2017/01/whole-cloth-silk-quilt-update.html">Butterflies, hummingbirds, shamrocks and gardenias</a> all float in and around a rose window from the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris which forms the backdrop for the design.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The stained glass arches of the rose window provide the backdrop in the top half of the quilt. (apologies for the upside down)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A large swoop divides the lower half of the quilt allowing shamrocks to cascade down along the side. (also upside down)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A butterfly and a hummingbird fly toward a gilded gardenia in the centre of the quilt.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">... a sprawling mass of shamrocks.</td></tr>
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The header of the quilt (below) had to be adapted to accommodate two built in tables that are on either side of the bed. For this reason, the two top corners were left unquilted, cut out and then bound along with the rest of the quilt.<br />
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A re-worked version of the arches from the centre of the quilt were repeated in the border (below).<br />
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From start to finish, this quilt and I have been on quite a journey, and there's much of the itinerary still to go. Current experiences along with future destinations continue to be a source of inspiration with more projects already underway.<br />
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<br />Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-4511717878299744492019-11-21T08:49:00.002-08:002020-10-17T15:16:56.437-07:00Boutis GoldA sister project to "Boutis Blues", but with a brighter outlook, "Boutis Gold" represents hope and light. This project will require 8 - 10 of Medallion A, (see below)<br />
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To create boutis, two layers of a fine white Swiss cotton batiste are stitched together into channels and small closed shapes, and are later corded. <br />
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Although traditionally cotton thread is the thread of choice, my preference for detailed stitching like this has become a 50 weight silk thread. (I use <a href="https://www.superiorthreads.com/thread/tire-silk-50">Tire thread by Superior</a>. It's available in Canada through <a href="https://www.cindysthreadworks.com/shop/Superior-Threads/SILK-THREADS-100-50-30-16/50-TIRE-Brand-Silk-RED-label.htm">Cindy's Threadworks</a>. ) As well as being a pleasure to stitch with, the contrast of gold silk on a bright white background, adds a luminescence not possible with cotton thread.<br />
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Most of this project is stitched with a tiny back-stitch, (point d'arriere), one of the most frequently used stitches in boutis. The background filler, which acts almost like a stipple stitch, is a tiny running stitch. It's purpose here is to add a golden hue to this piece.<br />
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Below, the corded, finished medallion is held up against the light. The negative space, (the stitched, but not corded areas) casts a golden luminosity to the piece.<br />
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Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-77043799306886321042019-10-10T16:19:00.003-07:002020-09-20T10:27:42.545-07:00Stitching the Boutis BluesEurope is rich with magnificent historical buildings, many dating back to medieval times and earlier. Spending time exploring some of these amazing architectural structures is always a priority and highlight for me when traveling in Europe. After reading <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Pillars_of_the_Earth">"Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follett</a>, I became particularly fascinated with cathedrals and living in France for a number of years gave me the opportunity to visit many of them.<br />
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Cathedrals provide a huge source of design inspiration for me. From floor to ceiling, inside to out, they hold a treasure trove of motifs and patterns. I have spent hours photographing and collecting data in these churches and cathedrals and they have become an important resource for me. Rose windows, in particular, fascinate me and have become a recurring theme when I'm making patterns for my boutis. The radiating bars that divide the circular windows into segments easily lend themselves to boutis design.<br />
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With the help of my husband and <i>Autocad</i>, we took one of our photos of the <a href="https://www.notredamedeparis.fr/en/la-cathedrale/linterieur/vitraux/rose-sud/">"Rose Sud"</a>, one of the three rose windows of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris,<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #45818e;"><i>and made a simplified template, from which I created my pattern for the boutis rosette. </i></span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #45818e;"><i>The initial intent of this project was to do a very traditional white on white boutis.</i></span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #45818e;"><i>I started with two of the most basic stitches used in boutis; "point avant" (running stitch) and "point du piqûre" (a tiny backstitch).</i></span></td></tr>
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To emphasize the arches, I later outlined them using a tiny embroidery stitch. At that point, although the stitching was completed and the piece could have been corded and finished, I wasn't quite ready to let it go.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #45818e;"><i>Adding interesting stitches to boutis is an acceptable form of embellishment, so as taught to me by the ladies in France, I tried my hand at making these "rosettes". As this was my first go at making "rosettes", mine are anything but perfect, even after having remade many of them. </i></span></td></tr>
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When fire almost destroyed Notre Dame Cathedral last April, much of the world watched with shock and horror. It was a great relief when news came that the <a href="https://mymodernmet.com/notre-dame-rose-windows-saved/">rose windows were spared.</a><br />
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However, the white, airy translucence that I had been trying to achieve, no longer seemed appropriate. Even though the centuries old stained glass had been spared, seeing the burned out ruins left behind inspired me to add a dark, smokiness to the piece.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #45818e;"><i>Adding greys and charcoal seemed too dark and overwhelming, so I chose different shades of smoky blue thread to represent the charred remains.</i></span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: #45818e;">This addition of the blue, however, means that much of the work has to be restitched. Perhaps a (little?) too ambitious, (or nuts?)</span></i></td></tr>
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It seems that this little piece is ever evolving, however slowly and steadily, just as the cathedral itself. Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-41920127362465706202019-09-18T15:47:00.001-07:002019-09-18T15:47:40.145-07:00Remake of an Old Favourite ShirtWhen a shirt (or any item of clothing) becomes an all time favourite,<br />
it is worn beyond threadbare to such an impressive point that there are not even enough threads to mend. Replacing it wasn't an option, because the store where said shirt was purchased some 15 - 20 years ago had long since closed. What to do?<br />
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While evaluating the options, I came across an almost identically coloured cotton in my stash, so maybe mending would be possible.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The stash match: The shade is slightly off, but very close.</td></tr>
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The thought of unpicking all of the seams was extremely uninspiring, (understatement of the year), but the more I thought about the problem, the more of a challenge it became. So unpick is what I did. (The things we do for love)<br />
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Once the daunting, dreaded task of unpicking was done, I used these pieces to draft new pattern pieces for the parts to be replaced. Taking another look at the shirt to be mended, I decided that even though the worst worn bits were to be replaced, the rest of the shirt was not in a condition where it would withstand a lot more wear and tear, so why apply the new to the old only to have it shred again after a few washings. At this point, a full remake was the only practical option, so it became a personal challenge.<br />
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Trying to stay as true as possible to the construction of the original shirt, (to keep sizing accurate), I tried duplicating it's construction techniques. The unpicked seams, hems, facings, etc. were a constant reference.<br />
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There were no exposed seams on the original shirt; all were neatly enclosed. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Other than where the sleeve attaches to the shoulder, all seams and joins on the remake were also enclosed.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> Seams French makes a French Seam.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The new shirt on it's very happy recipient.</td></tr>
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In the end, the task wasn't as monumental as I had feared and I may yet try to mend the old shirt if I ever run out of projects more interesting, but what are the chances of that?<br />
<br />Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-8727704701411081842018-11-11T11:23:00.001-08:002020-07-07T11:38:28.150-07:00Whole Cloth Silk Quilt: Quilting Progress<span style="color: #999999;"><i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Stitch by Stitch and Line by Line</span></i></span><br />
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When I started the <span style="color: #999999;"><a href="http://seamsfrench.blogspot.com/2013/02/free-motion-butterfly.html">first rough sketches for a quilt</a></span> for our bed back in 2013, I had no idea it would take this long to finally get the quilt to the quilting stage. As the ideas came and went, and we came and went to and from France every six months, the designs got altered, rejected, put on hold and restarted many times. Staying at home for the last few years, progress was actually possible. Thanks to Autocad and my husband's input, the design finally came together early this year. Whew!<br />
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The quilt is now well on it's way, with a hoped for finish before 2019. (Fingers crossed!)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Most of the outline got quilted before the chalk lines disappeared.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">All major design lines are outlined with 1/2" channels.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Using a quilting ruler (in this case <a href="http://www.kellyclinequilting.com/quilting-rulers/">Kelly Cline's straight edge ruler</a>) is very helpful for accuracy. I love these rulers and am getting pretty comfortable with the ones used for stitching straight lines. On my next project I hope to be trying curves with <a href="https://www.whitearborquilting.com/product-category/rulers/">Bethanne Nemesh's new ruler set. </a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Above shows the completed outline.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Close up of the butterfly detail. Although for most of the quilt I'm using a tone on tone thread, a few main design elements are quilted with a gold, 50 weight silk thread.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A spray of shamrocks.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A close-up of some smaller hummingbirds.</td></tr>
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Progress has been steady, if not quick. Still hoping for a 2018 finish.Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-8551743638932336342018-10-10T09:31:00.001-07:002020-07-07T11:38:55.563-07:00Marking a Large Quilt for Stationery MachinesWhen quilting on a stationery, domestic machine, the overall visibility of a large design gets lost because the quilt has to be scrunched and bunched to fit into the machine and to distribute the weight. For this reason, taking the time to mark accurately is the first step to a successful result. In my experience, too often impatience has led to shortcuts which more often than not leads to regrettable results.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Above is the full size skeleton design of my quilt top, 60" x 80", without borders. Some design details have been drawn on transparent mylar, and overlay the pattern skeleton.</td></tr>
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Because this quilt is so large, I did my marking in 3 main steps:<br />
<span style="color: #45818e;"><i>1. Registration Lines</i><span style="color: black;"> - the main division lines in the pattern</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e;"><i>2. Skeleton</i><span style="color: black;"> - Outline of all design features</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #45818e;"><i>3. Detail</i><span style="color: black;"> -Filling in the shapes</span></span><br />
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</span> <i><span style="color: #45818e;">1. Registration Lines: </span></i> <br />
My preferred method for the initial squaring up process and marking of registration lines is done on a clean floor, where the quilt top can be fairly accurately squared up on one flat surface. (Works especially well on a gridded floor, such as parquet.)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Taking one quadrant of the pattern, I found all of my major registration lines: centre cross hairs as well as the borders. Because the registration lines are key to keeping the design balanced and squared throughout the quilting process, I basted them. (Chalk markings would rub off long before the design has been stitched.). </td></tr>
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<span style="color: #45818e;"><i>2. Skeleton:</i></span><br />
I had a second full size pattern printed which I cut up into the main design sections to create templates, (see below).<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> Once borders and center lines were marked, I traced all major design lines using the cut out skeleton as templates. As the lines became faint during the quilting process, I could lay the templates over the top and retrace.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I worked on one area at a time, removing templates as needed to complete the design.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">With borders and skeleton marked, I could now remove the top from the floor and move to a tracing table to add detail.</td></tr>
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<span style="color: #45818e;"><i>3. Detail:</i></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My tracing table is a large sheet of acrylic that I place between 2 tables of equal height. Underneath the table, I have a raised lamp that I can move around to suit. Working on one quadrant at a time, this is the stage that I add the details.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Aside from the pattern itself, rulers, a grid template, circular plates, a compass (not shown) and a white chalk marker were my tracing tools.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">After testing many different marking options, I realized that the only thing that would show up on this dark teal silk was chalk. My favourite chalk marking pencil is "General's Charcoal White". It stays on better than a lot of other chalk markers, but is also easy to get rid of. A dry sponge (left) works quite well as an eraser.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Between the pattern's heavy black lines and the light table, the design was visible enough to trace.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">With the design transferred, the quilt went back to the floor to be sandwiched and basted. </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Although I had transferred a great deal of the detail (more than necessary), I knew that the chalk would rub off long before I would get to all the designs. My hope was that there would be enough of a shadow left that I could use as a guide. The first large motifs that I quilted (main focal points) were fine, but it doesn't take long for most of the chalk to rub off. For this reason, I keep the quadrant that I'm working on near my sewing station and use it to guide me through the process, remarking the details as required.</td></tr>
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The quilt is well on it's way. Hoping for a finish before Christmas.<br />
<br />Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-2279938507577373032018-07-09T19:36:00.001-07:002020-09-20T10:29:17.682-07:00Boutis in the sunshineNo sunscreen required.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hand stitched and corded boutis has been reverse-appliqued into dupioni silk. Batting and a backing have been added, and the whole frame has then been finished with machine quilting.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The backing is attached with reverse applique as well.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">When backlit, the light shines through the boutis, highlighting the design.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Another suncatcher catching a few rays.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">And voila, the boutis comes alive with the light.</td></tr>
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<br />Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-20237056281512673232018-06-19T17:59:00.000-07:002020-07-07T11:37:40.662-07:00Machine Quilting: Thread Painting and Background FillersIn preparation for quilting my <span id="goog_1040237741"></span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/">large bed quilt<span id="goog_1040237742"></span></a>, auditioning stitching patterns and thread colours and weights has been an ongoing side project for the last several months.<br />
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Some of the questions I considered: <br />
- Where is the focal point of the quilt? Is there more than one?<br />
- How can I create relief around the motif to be highlighted? <br />
- Which background filler is the most effective?<br />
- Should contrast be created by the colour of the threads or by using varying weights of thread? Or maybe a combination of both?<br />
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The 3 samples below are exploring the possibilities.<br />
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Sample 1 is stitched using the same colours and materials that are in the quilt: teal silk dupioni that has been stabilized, 1 layer of wool batting and a cotton backing. All of the samples are using design elements from the quilt itself.<br />
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In this first sample I tried my hand at thread painting with a contrasting colour. I used Magnifico, Superior's 40 wt. poly for the outline of the motif, and a 100 wt. silk for the background filler.<br />
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I wasn't at all sure that I would like the effect, but seeing it up on my design wall for the last several weeks, I'm beginning to think I might go that route for small portions of the quilt.<br />
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The second sampler below, also done on dupioni, is stitched using a variety of tone on tone threads. The object of this little study was finding background fillers that highlight the main motifs and add interest to the background. It's easy to see which fillers are the most effective for enhancing relief and which just blend into each other creating no variation in texture.<br />
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On the 3rd piece below, I'm sampling different weights of thread with a slight variation in colour.<br />
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To accentuate the gardenias, I used Magnifico which is a heavier thread, as well as Tire thread, a 50 wt. silk. In both cases the colour was slightly lighter than the fabric. For the background gridwork, I used Superior's 100 wt. Kimono silk in a darker shade. Darker shades recede and disappear, adding highlight to the motif. My bobbin thread in all cases is Bottom Line, a 60 wt. poly, also by Superior.<br />
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Finding a good balance of tension between the top and bobbin thread when free motion quilting is always a headache. After a long process of trial and elimination of many different types, weights and combinations of threads, I have found the most success with Superior's threads. Everyone has different preferences and all machines react differently, but my Bernina stationery machine seems to play nicely with this thread. Most of the time! ...... !! Touch wood!!! <br />
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The large bed covering is finally set for quilting. The design has been transferred and the quilt is sandwiched. It's been a long process getting here, and now the fun really starts. Now, ......... all I need ......... is a <b>large chunk of time</b>. Hmmmm... !<br />
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<br />Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-30442914447499103852018-06-06T17:06:00.002-07:002022-02-10T09:19:48.775-08:00The Gate to the Hummingbird Garden & Quilt Canada<i><span style="color: #45818e;">"La Porte d'un Jardin de Colibri" </span></i><span style="color: #45818e;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span><br />
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Remember this little boutis hummingbird (<i>"colibri"</i>) from a <a href="http://seamsfrench.blogspot.com/2013/11/blocking-and-squaring-boutis.html">long way back</a>?<br />
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Well, she finally found a happy home behind a silk gate of free motion quilting that opens to her peaceful boutis flower garden. <br />
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She was accepted into the juried exhibit of Quilt Canada, which was held here in Vancouver last weekend, and came home with the ribbon for "Excellence for Work of a First Time Exhibitor".<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The finished quilt is 30 7/8" x 25 3/4": wall hanging size</td></tr>
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As I was designing the border, I wanted the flow of the boutis to continue into the border. The boutis is set into the centre of the quilt using reverse applique. The photo below shows the circular pattern around the hummingbird being extended to the border and completing the circle by piecing in some white silk.<br />
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Following are some close-ups of the quilt.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Detail of a machine quilted hummingbird that frames each top corner.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Centre bottom.</td></tr>
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The title is a little laborious, so I'll call her "Blossom" for short, the name our grand daughter has given to one of the hummingbirds that frequents our balcony garden.<br />
<br />Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-73362879325222780702018-04-27T16:48:00.002-07:002020-07-07T11:40:11.730-07:00Quilting With Silk III: Choosing ThreadsThreads and Stitch Patterns<br />
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Thread selection has become a lot more complicated then it was when I first started machine quilting. On-line shopping has opened up an endless variety of materials along with educational information about the product and tutorials on it's correct use.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">A partial selection of my thread choices for two of my projects. The teal quilt may also include some gold thread painting.</span></td></tr>
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My earliest machine quilts were stitched using mostly a 50 weight cotton thread, often with a contrasting colour in both the top needle as well as the bobbin. 50 weight cotton is a good choice for utility quilts that will be used daily, (ie quilts without a lot of fine detail), however, when used for more decorative stitching, the resulting "threadiness" is often more of a distraction than an enhancement. (See below).<br />
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Today, although I prefer tone on tone colours, there is a greater variety of threads in my quilting of differing weights and fibre content, depending on where and how the thread is to be used. <br />
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For subtle highlights in a main design feature, I prefer a heavier silk or poly thread to outline the motif.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">In this sample, all large gardenias, except for the top left hand side, have been stitched with Superior's "Magnifico", a 40 wt. poly. The top left has been stitched with Tire thread, a 50 wt. silk. (A dream to work with). All other designs will be stitched with Kimono silk (the bottom two spools), a 100 wt. thread. The Kimono also works very well for background filler.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Although the weights and values vary, the above threads from Superior all blend in very nicely on the teal silk. This includes from left to right: 100 wt. silk thread, 40 wt. poly thread in 2 shades, 100 wt. poly for micro quilting and a 60 wt. bobbin thread.</span></td></tr>
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Unfortunately the colour on these two teal samples (above and below) isn't very accurate. In reality, the colour is a blend of the two.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Taking the time to play around with the colours is always a useful exercise. Which works best for highlights? Which should disappear into the fabric? Which is the best for fine detail?</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">The top two threads in this sample, both 40 wt. poly, were used for the gardenias in the rose window. I found the lighter colour, (furthest to the left) too contrasting. The darker blue gives more of a subtle highlight.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">Where there is a lot of detail stitching, a fine thread does the best job, such as the 100 wt. Kimono silk. The butterfly was stitched entirely with this thread and outlined with the 40 wt. poly. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">Background filler is a great way to get relief to highlight a main motif without drawing attention to the stitching itself? A fine thread in a slightly darker tone works well for this. I found the 100 wt. poly "micro quilting" thread, second from the bottom, difficult to work with. My preference for that is the 100 wt. silk thread as well.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">On the back of the quilt, I used two colours of a 60 wt. poly bobbin thread.</span></td></tr>
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Below is a corner of a recently completed wall hanging where all of these different trials were put to the test. A 40 wt. poly was used to outline the major design features. All other stitching was done with the 100 wt. silk thread in two different shades.<br />
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I have also been experimenting with some thread painting, which I will write more about next time.<br />
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<br />Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-44692339794119374522018-03-13T08:45:00.001-07:002020-07-07T11:41:20.642-07:00Quilting with Silk II: Testing materials1. <b>Prewash?</b><br />
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2. Underline with stabilizer?<br />
3. Marking Choices?<br />
4. Type of Batting? <br />
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When starting any new quilt, there are many choices to consider and decisions to make regarding materials, designs and techniques. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The above sample is testing background filler stitches.</td></tr>
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Working with silk creates it's own unique challenges. Although many quilters are choosing to work with silk today, resource info was scattered and hard to find, both on-line and in books. One invaluable source has been the book "Silk Quilts" written by Hanne Vibeke de Konig. Published in 2000, the information is well researched and still relevant today.<br />
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1. Pre-wash?<br />
Once the fabrics have been chosen, in my case it's a silk dupioni, the question of pre-washing must be resolved. Opinions in the quilting world vary on this, although my findings led me to believe most quilters choose not to prewash silk. The draw back to this is that the quilt must then be dry cleaned if it ever gets soiled.<br />
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Because I'm working on two different silk quilts, two different dupionis had to be tested and the results were not the same. The coppery/gold dupioni below was used in a wall hanging.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This "coppery/gold" dupioni did not fare well with pre-washing.The fabric on the right has been prewashed and ironed while the fabric on the left was left unwashed. No amount of ironing was ever going to smooth those wrinkles. Because this fabric is for a wall hanging and won't get man-handled a great deal, after seeing the results, the decision not to pre-wash was not difficult to make.</td></tr>
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The teal/blue silk below is going to be a 100" x 100" bed quilt used as a cover only.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Here the top fabric has been pre-washed. Pre-washing in this case has made the silk softer and more pliable, but still easy to iron to a nice, smooth finish. However, the lovely sheen is gone. Since I like the original sheen and crispness of silk dupioni, I have decided not to pre-wash this one either and make sure to get it dry cleaned if and when necessary.</td></tr>
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2. Underlining with Stabilizer?<br />
Next came the question of whether underlining with a stabilizer is necessary. Because heavy quilting can weaken the silk fibres, most quilters agree that it is the better way to go. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">After trying a variety of lightweight iron on stabilizers, I was happiest with the results I got with "Quilters Select Fabric Prep" by Floriani. </td></tr>
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I was concerned about how the additional layer of stabilizer would affect the loft.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The sampler on the left is unlined while the sampler on the right has been stabilized with "Quilters Select". The unlined side does have a little more relief, but I decided that increasing the quilt's longevity is more important than a minimal increase of the loft.</td></tr>
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3. Marking Choices?<br />
The goal is to make the quilting lines as visible as possible yet easy to get rid of when the quilting is done. That ruled out a fabric pencil (because it doesn't come out without washing). The Frixion pen, which would have worked very well on the gold silk, makes accurate, visible lines but gets a bad rap for sometimes coming back. The options left were the blue wash out pen (which can usually be surgically erased with a well directed wet tip), and a variety of chalk markers.<br />
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The blue wash out pen bled quite badly into the silk and left a residue when I tried getting rid of it. It would have taken a complete soaking, which I wanted to avoid. So now I was left with only the chalk as an option.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">All chalk is not created equal. The three chalk marking pencils on the left made the cleanest and strongest lines, so that's what I used. However, chalk being chalk, it does come off before the quilt is finished. As the lines became faint during the quilting process, I re-traced each area as I got to it using the air erasable pen. The process is somewhat tedious, but it was the best solution I could come up with. I'm open to suggestions. Please!</td></tr>
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4. Battings?<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The three options from left to right: Hobbs 80/20, 100% wool and Quilter's Dream Puff (a very high loft poly).</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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To achieve the loft I want, using a double layer of batting is necessary. But which combination works best for a wall hanging? a bed quilt?<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">From left to right, the four options: Hobbs 80/20 + wool; 2 layers of 100% wool; Hobbs 80/20 + Quilter's dream Puff; 100% wool + Quilter's Dream Puff.</td></tr>
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To stabilize the wall hanging and add some rigidity to help it hang better, I decided the base layer should be Hobbs 80/20. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Not sure how much loft I wanted, I tried 2 samples. One with Quilters Dream Puff (on the left) and the other with 100% wool (on the right). Both samples have the Hobbs 80/20 as the base and both samples have been stabilized. The high loft poly (left) does give it excellent loft, but I found it difficult to work with. I didn't want to struggle with that amount of loft over a whole quilt. I can see it being a great choice for isolated use like trapunto work, or to use on it's own without any additional layer. I ended up choosing the 100% wool + 80/20 combo and am pleased with the results. As the teal bed quilt is not yet sandwiched, the decision of batting is still to come. <br />
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The wall hanging is now completed and I will post more about it at later date. The teal/blue bed quilt is a current work in progress. Much more to come about that.<br />
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A huge thanks to <a href="https://www.quintessentialquilting.com/">Cindy-Seitz Krug of Quintessential Quilting</a>, who has been very generous in sharing her experience and expertise on the topic. If you're a machine quilter, check out her website for invaluable information. She also has excellent <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0EqnoFQpL4E">tutorials on You Tube </a>.<br />
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<br />Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-4366831228643693442018-03-04T16:17:00.000-08:002018-03-04T16:17:50.150-08:00Under ConstructionSince my last post, there has been construction happening on several fronts.<br />
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The most obvious is the new look of my blog site. There are still <b>many</b> kinks to iron out on that front. "Techno Wizardry" is as alien to me as sewing and quilting are a natural extension of who I am. Since I'd rather be quilting <b>any day</b>, the blog rework is a bit of an ordeal but it is slowly coming together. (If my 3 year old granddaughter could read, she probably would have had the rework up months ago!)<br />
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That having been said, I will start posting again in the next couple of weeks, ironing out the rest of the kinks along the way.<br />
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However, throughout the drama of my computer trauma, the sewing machine has been running overtime, happily quilting. And my hands, not idle either, are working on new boutis pieces.<br />
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Here are a few pics of some of the projects that have been keeping me busy.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A doll quilt and vintage doll bed were under the tree at Christmas.<br />
The star blocks are left-over from my <a href="http://seamsfrench.blogspot.ca/2015/03/stars-and-butterflies-baby-quilt.html">grand daughters baby quilt</a> and the cradle was made by my father for my daughter 30 some years ago.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Several silk samplers are on the go where I'm experimenting with everything from under linings to stitching patterns. The next few blog posts will discuss some of my experiments and the results.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A wall hanging, now finished, is shown here in progress. More about this quilt at a later date. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The pattern for our <a href="http://seamsfrench.blogspot.ca/2017/01/whole-cloth-silk-quilt-update.html">bed quilt</a> should be ready to commit to fabric by the end of this week.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The rosettes on the <a href="http://seamsfrench.blogspot.ca/2016/04/cathedral-window-boutis-in-stitches.html">Notre Dame Boutis</a> have been completed.<br />
Now I must decide whether to add embroidery to any of it; and what colour? Maybe this is the year to give this piece some TLC.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I'm also working on several easy boutis patterns that will find their way into a kit at some point.</td></tr>
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So, as I continue to iron out the kinks of the new layout, I will be posting again more regularly. Thanks for checking in.<br />
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<br />Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-43187272065367815772017-12-20T17:47:00.001-08:002020-09-20T10:32:03.650-07:00Boutis Star to Celebrate the SolsticeA boutis star to celebrate the winter solstice.<br />
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<a href="http://seamsfrench.blogspot.ca/2016/11/solstice-stars.html">Grand Baby H</a>, now the young Lady H, turns 3.<br />
I can't imagine a better reason for celebrating!<br />
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Wishing everyone a very happy Christmas season.Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-89092198804000477132017-11-22T09:27:00.001-08:002020-07-07T11:42:37.365-07:00Quilting with Silk: Whole Cloth Sampler<span style="color: #134f5c;">Choosing and Prepping Materials</span><br />
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Although I have quilted on silk in the past, never has it been on a scale like the 100" x 100" <a href="http://seamsfrench.blogspot.ca/2017/09/a-summery-of-quilting.html">whole cloth quilt I am currently working on</a>. <br />
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There are so many things to consider when quilting with less familiar materials like dupioni silk. <br />
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There's the question of prewashing or not?<br />
Some say yes, others say never.<br />
Underline? When is it necessary?<br />
How will it affect the loft?<br />
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Markers react differently on silk. Blue wash-outs can spread and must be washed out after the quilt is made, (you are then committed to pre-washing the silk). Chalk marks easily and is fairly visible initially, but will rub off long before the large quilt is completed. What will show up the best on a dark fabric?<br />
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Battings. Wool? High loft polyester? 80/20?<br />
Combinations of two?<br />
Partial combination, like trapunto style (see below). <br />
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Which threads to use? Colour? Weight?<br />
Will it highlight the main motifs? <br />
Which thread disappears into the background but gives the best relief to the design?<br />
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As I experiment with all of these variables in the next few weeks, I will document my findings and share the results.<br />
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I am enjoying this journey a great deal and am looking forward to the next stage.<br />
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I'll be back soon with some early results.<br />
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<br />Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-36561491822130235122017-11-07T18:30:00.002-08:002017-11-08T16:06:52.853-08:00Book Review: "East Meets West Quilts: Explore Improv with Japanese Inspired Designs"<br />
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<i><span style="color: black;">"Enjoy the delight of discovery as you try something new. Give yourself permission not to know exactly where you are going. Yet note that creating improvisational quilts is never arbitrary or accidental; It requires active discernment in determining each design choice."</span></i><br />
<i><span style="color: black;"> </span></i>Quote by permission of the author, Patricia Belyea<br />
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<span style="color: #45818e;"><span style="color: black;">In her book <b><span style="color: #0b5394;">"East Meets West Quilts: Explore Improv with Japanese Inspired Designs"</span></b>, Patricia Belyea introduces the quilter to a fun and fresh method of improvisational piecing using Japanese prints as her inspiration.</span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Written by Patricia Belyea. Photography by Kate Baldwin. Published by Abrams, New York, 2017. </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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Patricia's comfortable approach to improv piecing eases the reluctant improv quilter (eg. ... <i>me</i>) to drop those nasty self imposed inhibitions and restrictions and have fun playing with colour and pattern, while at the same time providing a safety net with a few basic concepts.<br />
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Using strong solids next to vintage yukatas, as in "The Art of Flowers", Patricia's simplified approach to improvisational piecing makes the process attainable and fun .<br />
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Her choice of fabric, colours and layout are symbolic and thoughtful references to Japanese culture. Each quilt presented is accompanied by a brief description of the tradition represented in the quilt, as in Sakura Spring, which references the cherry blossom season.<br />
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Clear, concise construction directions accompany each quilt showcased in the book. The last two chapters present basic quilting instructions with some innovative finishing techniques.<br />
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Beautifully written and photographed, the book takes the reader on a cultural exchange, where Japanese fabrics and western quilting techniques create a fresh and freeing take on improv piecing. <br />
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<b><span style="color: #0b5394;">"East Meets West Quilts: Explore Improv with Japanese Inspired Designs"</span></b><br />
<span style="color: #0b5394;"> </span>by Patricia Belyea<br />
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is available through Amazon and on the <a href="https://okanarts.com/stories/patricias-book/">Okan Arts</a> website. <br />
<br />Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-10234696131605964462017-10-11T10:09:00.001-07:002020-09-20T10:33:07.125-07:00Boutis and Butterflies in a Tri-Fold PouchLittle pouches come in handy for a number purposes. They can provide a protective sleeve for cell phones, mini tablets, cameras, etc. Or, by adding a looped cord to use as a handle, it can serve as a small evening bag to accommodate essentials. When I spend a lot of time making something, it's nice if there's a practical purpose to the item.<br />
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This is the second tri-fold butterfly pouch that I have made. It is a little larger than the first, and the design has evolved somewhat. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The 2nd, newer version of the butterfly pouch.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The original butterfly pouch; smaller with different motifs.</td></tr>
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The latest pouch is lined with a grey cotton and assembled in the same way as I did the first. <a href="http://seamsfrench.blogspot.ca/2015/05/boutis-pouch-butterflies-and-shamrox.html">See the first pouch here</a>.<br />
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This close-up of the butterfly highlights the background filler stitch. The stitch, called "point rapproche" (meaning back and forth stitch), has a similar effect as the basic stipple stitch in machine quilting.<br />
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Enough pouches for now.<br />
Time to focus on Christmas ornaments. Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-39001376554490955972017-10-07T12:29:00.000-07:002017-10-07T12:29:16.251-07:00Thanksgiving Already!It's already Thanksgiving in Canada.<br />
Where did the summer go?<br />
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Wishing everyone on both sides of the 49th parallel a wonderful autumn weekend.<br />
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Seams Frenchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07783229116723144338noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8173025010564685685.post-16524445444654921732017-09-26T17:11:00.001-07:002020-09-20T10:34:52.215-07:00Boutis: Pouches and MoreAlthough I have not written about boutis in a very long time, it is still very much a part of what I do. Over the last year, aside from making progress on some earlier projects (completing some), I am constantly working on new designs. <br />
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With all the time and effort that goes into making a piece of boutis, it's nice if at the end there is a practical use for what I have just made. The pouches that I have been working on can have a variety of uses, such as sleeves for cell phones and sunglasses, holding sewing notions, etc. The first six images show three of the little pouches (or sleeves) that have been my experimental playground.<br />
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The pattern evolves with each pouch as I work out the design kinks and look for better, more efficient methods and materials. An example is the circular surround enclosing the little butterfly motif below. In it's current state, it looks quite unfinished at the lower end and will need some reworking.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This is a tri-fold pouch which is stitched on a white Swiss cotton batiste.</td></tr>
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The reworked version has two additional channels around the perimeter of the pouch which gives it a cleaner finish.<br />
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Finding quality, appropriate materials for boutis in North America is also an on-going search. Some of the supplies are available on-line from French sources, but for the sake of convenience and cost, I have been looking for replacements of equal quality closer to home.<br />
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Good quality white Swiss cotton batiste can be found fairly easily, however, the colours saffron and purple are also sometimes used in traditional French boutis, but more difficult to find in a cotton as fine as the batiste.<br />
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The saffron phone sleeve below is made on a gorgeous, silky like cotton, purchased in person from a Boutis supplier in France, but unavailable on line. I have not found any replacement cotton in colour quite as perfect for boutis.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My cell phone slips nicely into this little sleeve.</td></tr>
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To overcome this problem my friend Karen of <a href="https://averyclaire.org/2017/04/06/french-boutis-scissor-case/">Averyclaire Needlearts,</a> who also creates boutis, has started dying good quality white batiste into colours that she likes to use for her work. It makes a very good alternate choice. The purple sleeve below was made using Karen's dyed batiste.<br />
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Aside from the pouches, work on my <a href="http://seamsfrench.blogspot.ca/2016/04/cathedral-window-boutis-in-stitches.html">Notre Dame Rose Window</a> (below) is also progressing. The stitching of all the channels has been finished and I'm now working little needle lace Rosettes into some of the smaller circles. Rosettes and other embroidery stitches are accepted embellishments often used in Boutis.<br />
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At the same time, I am re-working my website/blog to accommodate more of a focus on boutis. I am also in the process of developing kits that will be available on Etsy, for those interested in trying this traditional French needlework technique for themselves. The plan is to eventually post some on-line tutorials that will demonstrate the basics of boutis.<br />
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