How to Make a Quilt with Metal as an Embellishment

re: How to Make a Quilt with Metal as an Embellishment

jroberts123 — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 14:12:40 GMT

I have been planning to make my brother some wall art for his new place. Wanting to use several elements, I have been collecting a hodge podge of items (wood, glass, metal hardware and various fabrics) I just ordered some metal sheets in aluminum, brass and copper and in my mind I know what I want to do, but have been hesitant to put needle to metal. I logged on hoping to get some instruction or inspiration and this was perfect. Thank you for pointing me in the right direction - nice to know I can still order back issues. Thanks!

re: How to Make a Quilt with Metal as an Embellishment

wendylstarn — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 03:01:24 GMT

I made a quilt with copper mesh & organza. Here's a link to a photo:

public.fotki.com/.../autumn_glory_3.html

re: How to Make a Quilt with Metal as an Embellishment

wendylstarn — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 03:01:14 GMT

I made a quilt with copper mesh & organza. Here's a link to a photo:

public.fotki.com/.../autumn_glory_3.html

re: How to Make a Quilt with Metal as an Embellishment

the commander — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 18:23:02 GMT

Many years ago I made a copper and embossed paper quilt for an online alphabet journal project. Copper foil is metal and sharp edges should be burnished down. After adding texture by embossing, etc, color using alcohol inks. I found a size 90 needle and 30 wt thread worked well. It was fun!