Monday, July 16, 2018

To Tulle at Yule


I would like to thank SARAH for hosting the 12 Days Hop again this year.  If you haven't had a chance, please visit the prior days and continue to follow along for some wonderful inspiration, idea, and tutorials shared.  AND there are a number of give aways.


When Sarah approached us for sign-ups, I immediately knew I wanted to revisit a project and technique from way back in 2012.  Some improv  with a bit of a twist.  This miniature was made for a swap and now resides in Australia.  Since our seasons are opposits, I went with colorful, modern Christma Trees.  The fun is in the finishing.


First I had to drag out the under the bed tote of Christmas fabrics.  Now this was a challange for me, as I really do not like to work with seasonal frabrics.  Why do I have so much?  Gifted to me and my SIL loves the really sparkly prints for this season.


What did I pull out - just a baggy of squares and a swirly white on white.  Add some organza and scraps of Steam A Seam lite.  Oh, a backing and binding choice from the larger scraps, add a scrap piece of batt as well.  
Simple supplies are what are needed.


I actually reccommend using netting or tulle for this as it is delicate and translucent, yet much easier to work with than organza.


I fused a few of the pre-cut squares with the scraps of Steam A Seam.  Then grabbed my scissors and just made improve cuts.


Just a simple little snowy scene.  This would be a fun kid's project as well.
Once you are happy with your placement, just hot press those piece down good and secure.


 I layered back, batt, and top and using my walking foot, did just a few wiggle lines to hold in place.  As the net,tulle, and organza are not pin friendly - this helped to secure this a bit for the final over-lay quilting part.


I just pinned around the outer most part of the organza.  As you can see, it changes the look of the piece so you may want to take a few fabric swatches to the fabric shop to lay the net or tulle over to see how it plays for your project final look.

It is recommended to use a smaller needle or microtex needle as well as a thinner thread - I used a microtex needle with a poly thread.
I chose to use my walking foot for quilting, but you can FMQ - just know things have a lot of slip.


I used corner hangers and attached the binding to the back.


Then flip binding to the front and machine stitch down.  I like to use the corner hangers and this type of binding method on miniatures.  You can add your favorite type of hanger and use your own method to bind.


The translucient organza was difficult to get a good photo without the super shine, but it gives you an idea of how it gives a little more pop to your piece.  Don't be afraid to play.

I, also, have a give away


A lovely panel


And three half yard cuts of coordinating fabrics.
Just be sure I have way to contact you.
Open until  July 26th.

The Hop List has been updated with some changes:

 Saturday, July 14th
Selina @ Selina Quilts

Sunday, July 15th

Monday, July 16th
Jamie @ L'Fair Quilts

Tuesday, July 17th
Sharon @ Vrooman's Quilts

Wednesday, July 18th

Thursday, July 19th

Danice @ Homespun Hannah

Friday, July 20th

Saturday, July 21st
Marian @ Seams To Be Sew

Sunday, July 22nd
Anja @ Anja Quilts
Moira @ Quilted Snail

Monday, July 23rd
Brenda @ Songbird Designs

Tuesday, July 24th

Wednesday, July 25th
Brandy @ Pampered Pettit

Thank you for visiting,
Sewingly Yours,
Sharon 

106 comments:

GranChris said...

It turned out wonderful. I love sewing for Christmas. Jmikebalou (at) aol (dot) com

Sewgirl said...

I like the look of the organza on the quilt. Neat idea! Thanks for sharing.

Betsy said...

Very creative idea. I love the finished look.

Kate said...

A very fun and shiny finish.

annemarie said...

Beautiful project and love the extra that the shine provides.

Stitchin At Home said...

I haven't tried organza on top of a project yet, I like how it gives your piece a sparkle and shine.

Michele T said...

The organza gives you piece a cool effect! Thanks for sharing!

Quilting Babcia said...

I love the shimmery look of your finished piece, almost like Northern Lights dancing across the snowy field.

Anita Jackson @ Domestic Felicity said...

Really cool idea for a shiny look! But that piece sent to Australia is fantastic. Color always make me smile!

sewyouquilt2 said...

Awesome little project.

Carol W said...

The organza or tulle is a fun addition to this project.

eileen said...

Have never worked with tulle, but looks like fun !!

Kathy R. said...

You made a festive wall hanging. The shimmer adds to the snow.

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Jan Snell said...

What a clever gal you are! You make it look so simple and effective. Thanks for sharing. Janice.snell@gmail.com

Vicki in MN said...

Very cute and wow that organza really adds the sparkle! I love Christmas fabrics and use a lot in my table runners and wall hangings.

Renea said...

thank you so much for the cute giveaway. I like the idea of using the tulle on your wallhanging. I have never done that. Thanks for the great idea!

Nancy L said...

What a unique wall hanging. Great idea. Thanks for the great giveaway.

MaryBeth said...

Interesting technique. Thanks for the giveaway.

Joyce Carter said...

Wow Sharon! What a great idea! It makes everything look like it is covered in ice. I love it.
Thanks for the giveaway.

Carole @ From My Carolina Home said...

What fun, love your project! Those are such fun fabrics for your giveaway too. Thanks for the opportunity!

Elizabeth V Kelbaugh said...

I have not yet tried using tulle. It does add an interesting effect. Thanks for sharing.

The Colorful Fabriholic said...

Very clever use of tulle or organza to give your piece some wintry sparkle!

Monica said...

I love how you used the organza. I'm going to have to try this. Thanks for sharing.

Gene Black said...

Ah ha! Now I know what to do with the shiny sparkly tulle that is languishing in my stash.

Vicki H said...

How creative!

tink's mom said...

What a terrific effect. Thanks so much for bringing it to our attention. So simple but so powerful.

Karen said...

I like your quick quilt idea and that organza adds a lovely sparkle. I have seen organza with snowflakes on it that would be great for this project.

Carol C. said...

What a great idea!! Love the improv picture, and that organza adds the perfect finishing touch! Thanks for sharing!

OhioLori said...

Wowie!! Gorgeous job!! Organza definitely made it SPARKLE@@ Love it!! Thank you for sharing great idea (& how you did it)...and also for chance to win your give-a-way!! :)

Joanna said...

Really cute and improv is fun, as well. I like the shiny fabric's effect. Thanks for the good ideas.

jrquilts said...

great ideas ,now just need the time to get going on them .
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Carol Swift said...

I love the idea of adding organza over the block to add a bit of bling to it...so cute! Thanks for sharing this!

Meloney said...

I love this. I think I'll make one for DD's dorm room.

BarefootThunder said...

I love your little snow scene, and that panel is gorgeous !!
Merry Christmas

Kathy E. said...

Such a cool effect of the organza! it really does look like shimmering snow! Love those fabrics and panel...I'm thinking they'd make a great set of holiday placemats.

Charlene S said...

Fantastic project! Thanks for sharing.

Barb Neiwert said...

That house is really cute! The organza is a great way to represent winter's snow. Thanks for sharing!

Cheryl's Teapots2Quilting said...

Cute mini. I've never used tulle on a quilt before.

Sherry said...

Very neat idea. I must have missed the original post. The sparkle must set off the scene really well.

Thank you for the posting.

Lori Smanski said...

your mini is wonderful. that top fabric gives an interesting effect. almost like the sun is shining off of the snow.
thanks for sharing and for the give a way.
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CindyD said...

Interesting and very different. librarian2760 at yahoo dot com

marebear said...

Sharon, I love the idea of placing the translucent fabric over your quilt for that lovely sheen.

Unknown said...

Cute idea! Nancy A: rangerer@sbcglobal.net

The Joyful Quilter said...

What a fun little quilt!! SEW good you too part in the 12 Days of Christmas in nulJ blBl Hop.

allthingzsewn said...

Arrg, I just threw away some scraps that would have been perfect for this. It is as cute as can be. In the last photo the organza makes it look like blowing snow. Perfect.

barbara woods said...

love everything about Christmas

Mary said...

Love your take on a Christmas quilt!

Karrin Hurd said...

Love your project. I haven’t tried corner hangers yet but plan to in the future!

MissPat said...

What a clever way to add sparkle to a piece. The panel is different too with the teal, but I love the cardinals on it.
Pat

Heather said...

Wow! That piece would shimmer next to a warm, cozy fireplace or near a beautiful tree of sparkly white lights!

Susan Shaffer said...

Never thought of using organza before. Thanks fort sharing!

Annette Mandel said...

I like seasonal fabrics. I think they add some interest to scrappy quilts. A78mandel at yahoo dot com

Susan Shaffer said...

Thanks for sharing! Loved the organza idea. Susanpshaffer@gmail.com

Unknown said...

What a lovely idea. I look forward to "playing" with some fun Christmas trees and fabrics. I love the organza effect.

JANET said...

What a great idea, using the organza. Love the colors on the panel. ndfromsd(AT)gmail(DOT)com

swooze said...

I’d like to try art quilts. You gave some great ideas.

djquilting said...

I love this idea. Thanks so much.

kt said...

What a fun project! Thanks for sharing!

Jollygirl said...

I love this idea. Thank you so much.

Susie said...

What a great idea, thanks for sharing. I will try and visit all the clever ladies in the hop and get some ideas for Christmas presents. Hugs, Susie x

tac73 said...

This looks like a great project for the holidays! Thank you for your tutorial.

mumbird3 said...

WOW - love the shiny effect of the organza!!! Super cool!!! mumbird3atgmaildotcom

Meredith said...

This is just beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing, and for the chance to win.

Needled Mom said...

That is lovely. The shine that you get from the organza is amazing and adds so much to the piece.

Sandi1100 said...

Your winter wall hanging is beautiful! I have never used organza, netting or tulle but may have to try it. Thanks for sharing.

Kathy H said...

I so enjoy seeing these projects. It might even inspire me to get something done before Christmas. I love the improv trees with the bright colors.

Danice G said...

Very pretty quilts. Thank you for the chance in the giveaway also. There is a link to my contact form below my blog's header (a round grey image with an envelope on it).

Sharon Aurora said...

Organza used like that would create a holiday look to just about anything. Thanks for sharing. And for the giveaway. My address: shades000(at)gmail(dot)com

Unknown said...

I loved the organza!! Never used it. Thanks for the great idea and the giveaway. maandermarg@gmail.com

cityquilter grace said...

fantastic idea for a little quilt giving it that shimmery snowy look....great giveaway too!

Anja @ Anja Quilts said...

I love the addition of the organza. It adds a wonderful shimmery winter feel to the piece. Well done.

@lutzcats said...

What a great touch with the organza! lutzcats@yahoo.com

Craft Mad said...

I love the freebie fabrics and panel. Georgeous!
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CyndyK said...

The organza adds such a pretty sheen to the winter scene. cknapp3626(at)sbcglobal(dot)net

Dar in Mo said...

What a clever use of tulle for a cute snowy scene. Thanks for the inspiration.

Jeri said...

Beautiful use of the Organza! I've never used Organza myself but this does but ideas in my brain lol thank you!
Jeri Oldtisme@aol.com

Suze said...

I always love to see your ideas and tutorials. I'm tired this morning and had to read carefully. I got confused with the tulle/organza. I loved the look of the organza and agree that it can be difficult to use. I have tulle and have not tried it, yet. Another great project! I love your giveaway - the panel is wonderful and I love the colors - it will make an amazing project. As always - thanks for sharing.

Deb said...

What an inspiring tutorial! Never would have thought to add another layer to my pieced top - grateful for all the new ideas you have shown today. Thank you.

Ilana said...

Wow, I love this technique. It seems very versatile. I may use this technique to make a wall hanging for my first grandchild's nursery. It's an undersea theme and I think this would be great! Thank you.

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Jocelyn said...

Wow, very inspiring. Loved your technique.

works4me said...

Such a nice quilt. Thanks for the tutorial on what looks like a fun technique.

Tu-Na Quilts said...

The organza makes your little mini look very festive.
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babiesdoc said...

love the translucent organza, I am going to try it on my next project. thanks!

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Nikki said...

Clever idea. Love the improv! nikki_moshier@ hotmail.com

ShirleyC said...

The organza really makes it more like Christmas! Love the panel and the coordinates too!

Jayne said...

The organza really does give it a Christmasy feel

...by CJ said...

What a fun way to play. Thanks for the new idea!

Brenda @ Songbird Designs said...

Neat idea! I really like the shimmer the organza adds! Thanks for the opportunity to win the beautiful panel and coordinates!

KatieQ said...

I really like the little house tucked in with the trees and the way the organza shimmers across the surface. Thanks for sharing the tutorial.

Tami Von Zalez said...

What a wonderful giveaway! Yours is one of the nicest Christmas wall hangings I've seen in awhile.
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Barb said...

Nice wall hanging--different idea with the overlay and it really changes the piece!
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nicolesender said...

Love your snowy scene! Thanks for the great tutorial!
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Lyndsey said...

Love the mini and thanks for the tutorial. I have added it to my list of crafts to do with the Brownies or Guides this Christmas. I think the younger girls in particular will like it.

Nancy in IN said...

Thank your the tutorial. Great idea.

Susan said...

That is such a fun project. Almost as much fun was seeing what you pulled out of your box! I've not done a technique quite like this, and it sounds like fun for Christmas. Thanks for the chance to win the panel and the fabrics. I love Christmas!

Deb FitzGerald said...

This blog hop is so fun and inspiring! I love your project and would not have thought to put organza over it, the effect is so cool. Thank you for the lovely giveaway. Merry Christmas in July!

Pamela said...

I love the idea of using organza to give this holiday sparkle! Thanks for sharing this.

Dawn F said...

That is very creative. Sometimes I am a little bit nervous to try something new, but seeing how it worked in your project is cool.

Anna brown said...

Very very cute and looks like fun too... happyness04431@yahoo.com

Beth said...

Thanks so much for the giveaway; I would love to supplement my Christmas stash with some pretty new fabric and also try something new.

sketchrs said...

I absolutely LOVE your Christmas in July miniature. Thank you for sharing this with us. I'm sure be trying my own Christmas scene soon.
Ronelle

Debbie Darlington said...

What a fun idea of working with organza! Thank you for the gift -a-way opportunity !
Debbie
ollieami at aol dot com

celia ambrose said...

Love that panel and the fabric to go with it! Thanks for the chance. Enjoyed your tutorial as well. My email is: celiaambrose@hotmail.com

Joy from Days Filled With Joy said...

Oh how lovely! I really need to try that technique, it looks so pretty! Thanks so much for sharing! xx

angelpenny said...

I never thought of using tulle but will now give it a try

Christina said...

Beautiful, simple and fun project. I love that it is kid friendly, they could make them for Christmas gifts. Thank you for sharing and explaining how you were able to make the small wall hanging. Thanks for participating in the blog hop!