Anyway, without digressing further, here’s my latest paper-fabric, quilted, bookmark. Special ordered by my sweet sister, Lisa.
This is the lesson. Cut it up. And be free. Hey, I didn’t even change my bobbin thread… just wanted to be a rebel tonight. I’m okay with it.
I start with a straight stitch, moving my needle position to the right several positions, just so it lines up with the needle position of the zig zag stitch I set up, so that the right swing of my needle goes off the edge of the fabric.
Using the #20 open toe foot makes turning the corners a delight. Great visibility. Love that.
The very last thing… I added sparkly. You knew it, didn’t you?! I can’t help myself. I have a problem. But it’s not a bad problem, is it?
So what do you think of it cut up?
Just “Bookmark It!” Hope you like it Lisa. Not this one. The other one. Hint: It has “Linda” quilted in it.
XO
Leslie
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I often to a small quiltet to test tension and thread colors when I'm doing something free motion. Some of them become bookmarks, others become postcards.
Enjoy your bookmarks.
Darc
xxoo
BTW, I DO hear you about the wardrobe. vbsigh
Bookmarks for books! yum! I'll have to try your recipe for paper fabric. I wasn't that thrilled with mine. You can bet I'll be 'bookmarking' more play time into the 2012 calendar.
Thanks Holly, I'm glad you think they are pretty, and I know YOU could do something yourself to keep, or GIVE! This is the paper fabric I make… I have a tutorial of it.. will send you the info! I use Elmer's Glue, diluted half n half w/water. Add my 'stuff' and then some glitter, or whatever you like… So yes, it is glued down, dried, pressed flat, and then I fused the fabric flower using Steam-A-Seam. Hope you try it! Merry Christmas!
How pretty the bookmarks are! I would definitely love a gift like that!I love the bit of sparkle too. Did you glue everything down first or maybe use fusible?