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Here are some quilt tops I will be quilting once I finish the Opus 2. They are all double or queen size. Need an Xmas gift? Let me know. I am also taking special orders for Xmas at this time.

Opus 2 fabrics

Hawaiian Quilting

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawaiian_quilt

This is the technique that inspired my process for the text.

Opus 2 text detail

Here's some detail showing the process for doing the Greek text. The technique is reverse applique - based loosely on a Hawaiian quilting technique:
1) The red fabric is placed behind the lighter fabric
2) For this project, I printed out the text as a pattern
3) I stitched the paper and the two layers together by machine

4) I tore away the paper patterns

5) Stitched the edges of each letter with a blind hand stitch

The Greek passage says : "All scripture is God-breathed, and it is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in rightousness"

Opus 2 sketch

This is the project thats taking all my time right now - a generous and fortunate commission from a friend in London for an interfaith group. This is a mock up: the central panels will contain actual Greek, Hebrew and Arabic quotations. I'm almost done with the top and will have some pics ASAP.

Opus 1 draped