There were masses of wonderful quilts on display at the Harrogate Knitting and Stitching Show. I only had time to do a quick whizz round the Stands in the early morning before the general public arrived. Here are a few that particualrly caught my eye.
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The next three are smaller quilted wall hangings
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Really interesting to see these, Sandra, especially the detail on the first one
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I find the intricacy and precision mesmerising.
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Me too – but remember the way those schoogirls pored over exhibits on your stand in Harrogate…
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Really gorgeous! Such vivid colours and so intricate. I must show these to my friend who does quilting. 😃
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There really were some amazing ones at the show. Quilting is always well represented in stitching and craft shows.
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I love that first one, the colours are so exuberant!
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You were in my thoughts as I looked at the quilts Kate. There were so many beautiful ones and some quirky, like the single bed sized one quilted like a cricket jumper, in cream coloured silk.
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My favourite is that last one – love the bright colours!
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That’s my favourite as well Del.
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All gorgeous, and I see your favourite colours in them and their appeal to you.
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HaHa! Yes! always drawn to the pinks and brights. 🙂
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These are so beautiful
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My favorites are the top two. What glorious bursts!
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Yes! Stunning aren’t they. 🙂
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I love the way that down the ages women have made objects which are beautiful and practical out of nearly nothing – scraps and recycled bits. And in the process made art works as lovely as any painting. I’m not sure about shells and buttons on a cushion cover – wouldn’t they dig in when you sit on it or lean against it? But as pieces of art they are stunning.
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Old cushion covers were used as the basis for the piece – I don’t think they were intended to be used as cushions any more – but as pieces of wall art. I agree – sitting on shells and buttons wouldn’t be very comfortable. 🙂
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They are amazing. I can see why you liked the bottom one. 😉
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It is so warm and upbeat isn’t it. 🙂
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And the shells!
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Yes! and the shells. 🙂
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