Tag Archives: Art

Life is a Carnival Quilt

Posted on July 23, 2017 by

I started this quilt back in the 70’s with great intentions of making this fabulous fun quilt for my girls when they were little. It turned out to be harder than I thought and more time consuming than I expected. … Continue reading →

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Little Cowboy Quilt

Posted on July 3, 2017 by

Happy Independence Day in the USA! I’m celebrating our western themed annual local Frontier Days in my hometown with this Little Cowboy quilt. It’s made using a panel of batik like images related to the Old West. Each little motif … Continue reading →

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New Brand Name!

Posted on June 12, 2017 by

SEAM QUEEN seamqueen.blog I have changed my domain name to something more sewing related. Zibergirl has matured and perfected her skills. Seamqueen.blog is my new name! Stay tuned for more quilts and other sewing related activities, including alterations!  

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My First Bargello Quilt

Posted on March 30, 2017 by

Attracted to the complex design of the Bargello quilt pattern, I did some research to find out how to put this seemingly complex quilt together. I learned that the original Bargello design is a type of needlepoint embroidery consisting of upright flat … Continue reading →

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Maya’s Quilt

Posted on March 10, 2017 by

I made this quilt as a gift for my oldest granddaughter and gave it to her on her 19th birthday. My daughter, pieced this simple rail fence top together when she was in high school, but never finished it. It … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year Quilt

Posted on December 31, 2016 by

You could say patriotic or you could say red, white, and blue with a few apples and tomatoes tossed in. This was the fabric I chose from the donated fabric given to our local quilting club. The purpose and intention of the fabric … Continue reading →

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I’m With Her Quilt Block…Free!

Posted on August 2, 2016 by

I’m happy to share my first quilt block design with you! I’ve done the math and tried it out a few times. So it’s ready to share and it’s free!. This is a 6 1/2 inch block. I’ve written cutting directions … Continue reading →

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Quilting in a Small Town

Posted on July 14, 2016 by

Sharing a little local fame and glory!

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Alaskan Treasures!

Posted on June 13, 2016 by

  We just got back from vacationing in the great state of Alaska. First we went by sea, visiting little towns in the Inside Passage. Then we rented a car and drove as far as Anchorage. Along the way, we … Continue reading →

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My First Sampler Quilt

Posted on April 5, 2016 by

I love learning new things, especially when it involves sewing. At the beginning of the year, I joined The Splendid Sampler Quilt Along hosted by Pat Sloan and Jane Davidson. These two are experts in their field! They are teachers, … Continue reading →

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