Leaf Magic Little Quilts

This is my latest pattern. The Leaf Magic Little Quilt has instructions on my new technique to preserve real leaves to use in this pattern, as well as 6 fabric leaf patterns (Sugar Maple, Oak, Aspen, Sassafras, Tulip Tree and Gingko). My website index page has lots of examples. I've also included bead embroidery diagrams, since these little quilts are perfect for embellishments.

Real maple leaf

Real maple leaf with leaf and seed beads

Real aspen leaf

I've done many more samples, some with buttons and some with beaded edges. I just can't stop; I'm having way too much fun. I'll post more photos tomorrow.

Leaf Magic Little Quilts

The Leaf Magic Little Quilts are my latest pattern which use real leaves. I discovered how to preserve leaves for use in my art journals a number of years ago. The leaves are not indestructible, however they remain pliable enough ( even after years) to attach to stable surfaces. Just lately I've begun to use them in my quilted work. This is a photo of my first prototypes. This pattern will be ready for sale this spring at the Embellishment Village booth at Quilt Festival in Chicago as well as International Quilt Market in Portland, Oregon.

I am using Blank Textiles Rock Candy, Guilded Greenery, Bali Rain, Floret and Lava fabrics. I am also using the gorgeous Glitter, Metallics and Rainbows threads from Superior Threads . Embellishment Village is creating little kits of leaf beads to sell with this pattern. I'll post more about it when I get the final pattern published!