A Quilter’s method of sketching
I use these small quilts as a kind of sketching, before I consider using a technique or pattern on a bigger piece. Sometimes these little quilts are perfect for customers who have small spaces, or no experience of quilts as art.
This one is a texture study using a fabric-printing block for the tulips, stencils with a gold dye crayon, the ‘7 beauties’ quilt pattern of interlocking circles (for the frame), and a plaid binding. Quite a lot, really, for a 13″ square.
I also fit the small quilts with corners on the back to hold a piece of illustration board for hanging. They require just one picture hook, screw, or nail, so there is no wrassling with a gallery-type sleeve, monofilament, or special hanging rod.