In between the upcoming barrage of photos and techniques I’ll be posting soon as I continue with my Digital Grounds experiments, I thought I’d share some of the fun new blogs I’ve been introduced to by some of my lovely students at the Free Lunch Cafe.
Today I’ll start with Priscilla Kibbee who has got just one of the most fascinating blogs I’ve come across. Priscilla shares lots of beautiful photos and details of her textiles, travels and friends, as well as her wry humor.
If you love molas, she has lots for sale so go take a peek and grab one before they’re all gone.
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Photo courtesy PhotoXpress
Art always amazes me – the good – and even the bad, and I’m constantly inspired by the way an artist interprets his subject.
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The “Free Lunch Cafe” is now open for a business!
My brand new website dedicated to providing you with “free lunches” (free online mini-classes) has just been launched so stop by and check it out.
You can download immediately the “Free Appetizer” which is my Machine Wrapped Cording class. If you haven’t taken this class before it’s a great technique to learn and you can get very creative with it – just visit the online gallery of past students to see their terrific results.
And coming in September – Brilliant Handmade Beads – a mini-class teaching you various ways to make handmade beads which are great embellishments for art quilts and other creative projects.
Also coming soon – “Guest Chefs” (guest teachers) who will be presenting you with their own brand of “spicy” mini-classes.
The best thing about the “Free Lunch Cafe” is that you’ll get to learn some great art quilt techniques as well as being able to interact with other students and teachers all for free!
So stop by, check it out, learn a little and have some fun. Visit the “Free Lunch Cafe”.
Photo courtesy twoblueday
Understanding color is an important aspect of being a quilter and an artist. Some of us can just get plainly confused about how colors go together; and particularly, why some shouldn’t.
Color Matters is a comprehensive website covering all aspects of color; from basic theory to symbolism; from design & art to how color affects the body. Here you will find the answer to just about any color question you have.
As well, you’ll find lots of other interesting information on color. For instance, for those of us who are constantly battling with our weight, the color blue is an appetite suppressant so try putting your food on a blue plate. Who knew! Continue reading »
Photos courtesy Joseph RobertsonEveryone needs a creative nudge once in a while. Visit InnovationTools for a whole swag of free creative thinking tools.
My favorite is the Creative Eyewire Cards – a great resource for times when you’re feeling blocked.
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Every quilt artist should have a design wall in order to test and preview fabrics and design components before sewing them together. Using a design wall to preview your choices alleviates a lot of unnecessary “unstitching”. Whether it’s a permanent or temporary fixture however will very much depend on the size of your sewing studio.
This great article by BellaOnline shows you how to make an easy and inexpensive portable design wall which can be put up and taken down at a moments notice.
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For anyone interested in image transfer and collage, go take a look at Collage Images, a great Flickr Group set up for sharing of images.
You will need to join the group to view the images, but once joined up you can submit your own images to the pool or simply download and use the images that are available. And as always, be mindful of the copyright.
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Photo courtesy ingermaaike2
Dyeing your own fabric is fun, creative and provides you with endless opportunities for creating unique art. Plus it’s not as difficult as you might think.
Visit the “All About Hand Dyeing” website by Paula Burch for helpful information about all types of fabric dyeing.
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Get Creative Show! is a vast website full of creative articles, ideas, and tutorials for quilters, needleworkers and crafters, including business tips and advice. You’re sure to find something of interest.
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Photos courtesy teachingsagittarian
Creative Commons is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to making it easier for people to share and build upon the work of others, consistent with the rules of copyright.
On the Creative Commons website you will find tools and tutorials that let you add license information to your own site, or to one of several free hosting services that have incorporated Creative Commons.
Add a Creative Commons license to your Microsoft Office Suite using these add-on downloads
Microsoft Office 2003
and for
Microsoft Office 2007
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