Category Archives: fabic

Art Student Tote

April 29, 2013

I’ve been using a tote from Target as my everyday bag for quite some time. It used to be a lovely mustard color, but is blue tinted now thanks to my super dark jeans that dye everything they come into contact with. Besides its generally ratty appearance, the button ripped right out of it, rendering...

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Goings On

April 24, 2013

I’ve been working away on my Feather Bed quilt. I’m one feather away from being halfway done with quilting around the feathers. After that, I’ll quilt the stems. I’m not sure if I’ll add any more quilting after that, but I’ll be sure to let you know. I’m thinking I’ll be so anxious to use...

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Progress Report : Field Study Feather Bed Quilt

April 22, 2013

Hey there! So I’ve gotten back to working on my Field Study Feather Bed Quilt. Last night I finished piecing together the blocks, and I was able to trim them and assemble the quilt top today. I’ll be riding this wave of excited motivation for as long as I can. yucky picture. boo! After piecing...

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Marci GirlApril 23, 2013 - 9:28 am
Beauitful!ReplyCancel
Elizabeth JApril 23, 2013 - 10:00 am
I love the backing you picked!ReplyCancel
Susan EvansApril 27, 2013 - 5:25 pm
So pretty! I am in the midst of feathers myself. It is nice to see other fabric versions. What did you use for the background material. The voile backing is a good choice.ReplyCancel
- MeredithApril 29, 2013 - 5:02 pm
  I used Free Spirit Solid in Winter White for the background! I always try to use a solid from the same manufacturer as the prints I’m using so that the materials are as similar as possible.ReplyCancel
Sandra TMay 30, 2017 - 5:55 pm
Hello!

I just put together my strips & taped the pattern together and am very frustrated with the pattern as it is shown from Anna Maria Horner, as well as Fons & Porter, and your blog; Turning the patter 180 degrees does not produce the results as shown… The pattern of the feather goes diagonally across both sides, not one side up and the other side up from the vein.

In order to get the pattern to go up & out, we (my engineer husband and me with my extremely analytical mindset) had to flip the pattern and change the direction 90 degrees. I have wasted a lot of fabric as I used fat quarters and can only get four sides out of each 22″ section. We also needed to add extra strips to any strip-set that was only 12″ tall.

IF anyone is considering using this pattern, make your strip sets out of 1/4 – 1/3 yard strips of 45″ fabric, not fat quarters and good luck with setting your pattern to turn out how you wish!ReplyCancel
- MeredithMay 30, 2017 - 10:57 pm
  You are correct. This same method is outlined in my tutorial here. https://oliviajanehandcrafted.com/?page_id=4708 I show how to alternate the direction of the creature template so there is virtually no waste, and to flip the template to get the feathers in the proper direction. I have made many quilts using this pattern and method. I hope you love your quilt and that it will help you to make this beautiful pattern with less frustration. Happy sewing! ReplyCancel
EsperanzaJuly 4, 2018 - 4:02 pm
you’ve inspired my 14 yr old girl! now we are going to attempt this project! your tutorial makes it look simple… thanks! ReplyCancel
Marilyn CollieMay 8, 2021 - 3:01 pm
I absolutely love this one and would like to get the pattern…MarilynReplyCancel
CarolMarch 7, 2023 - 1:59 pm
looking awesome already!ReplyCancel

Centerpiece Needlepoint Pillow

April 17, 2013

Hello there! Its been quiet here on the blog, but I promise a lot has been going on off line. One thing I’ve finished this past week is my Centerpiece needlepoint pillow. (Note: The pictures for today stink. I had to edit them on my phone and they look way different on the computer. They...

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Oliver + S : Roller Skate Dress #1

March 25, 2013

I knew I would love this pattern! I’m talking about the Roller Skate Dress, of course. I think its even easier than the Ice Cream Dress/Top. Liesl, you are amazing! For today I’ll leave you with some pictures of Layla in her new dress. But rest assured, I’ll be back later this week with more...

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Welcome to Olivia Jane Handcrafted! I'm Meredith and this is my creative journal. Here you'll find loads of inspiration for a handmade wardrobe, home decor, bags, and quilts. I even have plenty of projects and tutorials to get you started or help you along the way.