I have a new product to offer people. With my templates you can create hundreds of different patterns to embroider on your crazy quilt projects. They are easy to use, totally clear so you can position them easily. The stencils are compact in your sewing box so they are easy to carry around. The plastic they are made of is solid but also recyclable and they are manufactured here in Australia. You can find them in the Pintangle Shop
Since they are clear they are difficult to photograph but I hope the image above gives you an idea of what they look like.
As a stitcher who loves crazy quilting I designed these stencils with other crazy quilters in mind. I have also thought about these for a long time. I think crazy quilters will find them really useful.
The stencils are very easy to use.
The set of 4 stencils are made of a clear recyclable plastic, so that you can position the stencil correctly on block before marking the line using a quilter’s pencil.
Using the stencils is easy. Just position the stencil in place and, holding it firmly with one hand, so that it does not shift, use a quilter’s pencil to trace along the edge of the stencil to create the pattern.
This series of photos is a seam I recently worked on one of my blocks. As you can see I could position the heart shape easily.
This is what the finished seam looked like.
To get your ideas flowing and to show how the stencils could be used I wrote an ebook and drafted out numerous patterns to give you some ideas.
I am sure once you start using my stencils you will think of many more!
Here is a sneak peek inside the book. You can design your own seam embellishments and I have drafted out some patterns.
When I designed the stencils I thought in terms of having enough space to tuck my favourite stitches, beads, small floral lace motifs and favourite silk ribbon embroidery flowers into the spaces in the patterns produced.
In the ebook the patterns are drafted to scale. This means that you can see what a seam might look like if you traced along the edge of the stencil.
At first glance many patterns look large but the extra space gives your embroidery room to grow. In some of the patterns I have included space for buttons and large beads to be incorporated as people often get stumped on how to include larger items such as buttons in crazy quilting.
Since the stencils are clear this also makes them easy to flip over and a mirrored pattern. This aspect of their design adds tremendous versatility to their use.
Using the shapes found on the edge of each stencil you can create numerous seam embellishments but a key feature of these stencils is that you will find a number of curves and flourishes, with which, you can build the stems and vines of floral motifs. By using the flourish shapes, the curves of the paisley shape, heart shapes and by using segments of the oval and disk shapes, you can create numerous designs yourself.
As you can see with the illustration, I used the edge of the flourish shape to create two soft curves which became the foundation for a little floral spray.
The flowers are buttons and I decorated the stems of this floral spray with detached chain stitch (also known as Lazy Daisy) and straight stitches.
In this sample I used hand dyed perle #5 cotton. As a finishing touch I added a few seed beads and a few small pearls.
I have kept the stencils small so that they fit easily into a sewing box. Anyone who knows me, knows I like things compact. But also their size means if you are travelling to a workshop or to a local stitching get together you are not cluttering up your supplies with lots of large templates.
I hope these stencils motivate people to discover your creativity.
This is another seam I have recently embroidered using the hexagon shape. Or I should say half of the hexagon shape.
I traced a line of half hexagons along the seam. I then embroidered them in threaded chain stitch using perle cotton #5. Next I added beads and bead tassels!
The set of 4 stencils are priced at $30 which includes the ebook of patterns.
You can find them in the Pintangle shop
This is what they each look like.
Hi Sharon. I would love a set of your templates when you have your new order. I hope to hear from you soon. Thanks kindly. Lindy
Lindy they are available now on this page- I sent you an email.
Hi Sharon, If you’re taking ‘reservations’, please add me to the list. Thanks! These will not just be good for embroidery, I think they will be great for designing regular quilting motifs, too. Especially for small and miniature quilts. OMG, I can’t wait to have them, LOL!
I just wanted to show you what I have created with the stencils:
http://queeniepatch.blogspot.jp/2013/06/the-early-bird-catches-the.html
I would also like to be on list for when stencils come in. Is the ebook availanle.
Sharon – I would love to purchase a set of your stencils. Please add me to the next order list if possible. Thank you, Marcy Wyatt.
Hi, Sharon….A person can never have enough tools & gadgets to help give them creative inspiration! Add me to your waiting list for the next shipment.
I would love to have your stencils. Please contact me when they are available.
Hi Sharon
I would like to have my name added to the list for the stencils when the next order arrives.
Many thanks
Maureen McGivern
Add me to the list too. What awesome designs you’ve come up with.
Please add me to the list. Thank you. Pat
Hi Sharon,
I would like to be on the waiting list for the new stencils.
TIA Dorothy
Oh, thank you! I need these sooo bad. Would you be so kind as to place me on your wait-list as well, Sharon? Cheers!
Di
I also would like to be put on the stencil list, I need some new toys too.
Sharon it would be lovely to be notified when your next shipment will become available. Thanks so much! Robbie Marie
Sharon, would you please put me down on the list for the stencils.
Would like to reserve a set also; looks like very useful tools.
Sharon, Could you also put me on the wait list? I really like the shapes and can see so many ways to help me improve. Thanks
I definitely want to purchase these when they become available for pre-order. Please put me on your list! They are wonderful! Thanks for all you do……
Clairee
I would like a set of stencils when they become available. I live in BC, Canada. I have Paypal. With thanks. Anne Mann
Please add me to the list to reserve a set of these templates. Thanks
Please reserve a set of these stencils for me please, if you can do that. I’m very excited to start my crazy quilt and these look like it would be much easier than free handed border markings. Thank you. What a great product!
Hi Sharon,
Please add me to your wait list for the stencils – can’t wait!
Barbara
J’habite en France en Aquitaine, et je serai heureuse d’être sur la liste pour la prochaine commande de vos pochoirs, je souhaite broder une nappe et ils me donnent des idées de motifs. Merci Sharon, vos broderies sont superbes
I would like to reserve a set too Sharon. Thanks!
Congratulations Sharon on selling out your first batch! I shall await your announcement when you have more available and place my order at that time.
Please put me on your wait list.
Sharon, please put me on the list for a set stencils. and the book. An answer to my prayers.
Hi Sharon,
What a great idea. Please can you put me on the waiting list for the stencils when they come in again.
Thank you
Jenny
Hi Sharon,what a great idea!I would love to buy a set when they become available please!
Wonderful. Sharon the sturdy stencils are a great asset to CQing. I look forward to your announcement of more for sale.