Introducing block 19 on the “I dropped the button box” quilt

 Today I am introducing block 19, of the “I dropped the button box” quilt. As you can see  this block consists of 7 pieces. Some of the fabric used in this block are  a bit different as they are not normally included in crazy quilting blocks. I have seen loads of …

CQ Detail 124

Detail:  This seam embellishment is made of interlacing herringbone stitch and adding a straight stitch and beads in the spaces Thread: Rayon ribbon floss and perle cotton Placement on block: On block 18  this lace runs along the side of piece 3 What is the story? This regularly published series aims to illustrate and document the hand …

CQ Detail 123

Detail:  This is a simple seam embellishment is made of of detached chain stitch, straight stitch, French knots and a bead Thread: Perle cotton Placement on block: On block 18  this lace runs along the side of piece 4 What is the story? This regularly published series aims to illustrate and document the hand embroidered seams, embellishments …

CQ Detail 122

Detail:  This is a simple seam embellishment is made of of detached chain stitch and straight stitch Thread: Perle cotton Placement on block: On block 18  this lace runs along the side of piece 4 What is the story? This regularly published series aims to illustrate and document the hand embroidered seams, embellishments and decorations …

CQ Detail 121

Detail:  This lace is hand dyed and embellished with beads and detached chain stitch Placement on block: On block 18  this lace runs along the side of piece 8 What is the story? This regularly published series aims to illustrate and document the hand embroidered seams, embellishments and decorations on my crazy quilt I dropped the button …