Sunday, August 1, 2010

SPA--Patchwork


I used to be a quilter, in the old days, when I was exploring EVERYTHING. I made quilts for wedding gifts, to wrap new babies in, to send my daughter off to college with--even a quilt finished with patchwork blocks made by my grandmother. I loved doing it then, even though, looking back now, I don't know where I ever got he patience.
I really enjoyed making this piece, trying to make it look like a quilted fabric block. I think it does...

Thanks to Dover for the butterfly and Rubyblossom for the texture layer that the applique was "stitched" onto. The stitches are a brush that actually "stitches" as you move it around. Some Photoshop filters were applied for the fabric texture, and layer styles to plump it up.

12 comments:

  1. And what a lovely quilt it would make! That stitch brush looks intriguing, and gives a really nice effect. Great work!

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  2. What a beautiful piece Linda, great colors too, I love it!!

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  3. very nice take on the theme~lovely!

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  4. Lovely work. I like the look of the stitch brush.xx

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  5. Beautiful and inspiring. My mom has made quilts before, and I love the one that she made just for me. Beautiful, gufts from the heart and soul. Your children and friends were blessed to know you!

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