Trims and Goodies

Look in Yarn and Needlepoint stores and magazines for interesting fibers to add to your quilts. I have made nests from yarn and stamens with velour thread. I have used interesting fibers "couched" into place to form initials, braids and tendrils.

Pigma Pens
It took me several years to work up the courage to use an indelible ink pen on my quilts. Now I wonder why I waited. I am the most impressed with Pigma Ink pens from Sakura. The control of the ink flow is outstanding allowing very fine tips with excellent results. The variety in color and thickness is terrific. The first humming bird eye I worked on took me hours. I used black ultra suede and with silk thread did a satin stitch around the edge several times to outline the eye. The next eye, took 5 minutes. I used a pale gray ultra suede, stitched around the outside edge, and drew a black circle in the center. TOP

Beads
Beads have also worked their way into our quilts. Beaded edges of bows or flowers add shimmer and elegance. There are also bead flowers and leaves available that will also add a new dimension to your finished piece. TOP