Microwave Cozies

These quilted little bowl-holders are for microwave use.  You can nest your soup bowl or serving bowl inside and then when you remove it from the hot microwave, you don't burn your fingers!  They look great on the table and they are reversible too!

New Coexistence Couch Quilt

This might be the prettiest quilt I've ever made.  I can say that modestly because the real beauty in this quilt is not as a result of my work but rather from the two pieces of embroidery that make up the central element.  These pieces of embroidery come from the Desert Embroidery Shop in Laqiya, made by Bedouin women in the area of the northern Negev.  Thank you for such beautiful pieces of embroidery!

Baby Quilt

Since we sold two quilts last week, I thought I should get to work replenishing our stock of baby gifts!  I made two new baby quilts -- here is one of them!  It is made with yellow and orange and blue squares with little elephants peeking through!

"Around the World"

This past summer, I was in a quilting shop in southern Vermont, where I saw tons of American quilt classics for sale.  This stunning and eye-catching quilt is entirely hand-stitched.  It is in the "Around the World" style, was made in the 1930s, and measures 91" X 96".

Here is a closeup on the center element --

Pink and Red and Purple Squares

I have been home less than a week -- and you can see that I've been busy!

This baby quilt is made up of pink and red and purple 4" squares and it has a soft flannel backing.

Striking Quilting Designs

When I was in Chicago recently, I visited the Chicago Cultural Center, which is housed in a stunning building originally built as a public library in late 19th century after the Great Fire.  Here I found these two quilts on display.  Both are made by African-American quilters.

The first is entitled "Overalls" and was pieced by Arbie Williams in 1991.  It was quilted by Irene Barkherd.  Arbie Williams was born in 1916 and grew up on Texas and Oklahoma farms.  The overalls or britches subject is quite striking.

This quilt is untitled and was made by Marie "Big Mama" Roseman, whose quilts have landscape themes.  Here we see "fields" of fabric.

Creating a Family Heirloom

We were recently commissioned to create a family heirloom from a set of handkerchiefs that belonged to the woman's grandmother.  This project created a few challenges since the handkerchiefs were all different sizes and colors, and because they are not made from sturdy 100% cotton fabric.

You can see from this picture how we solved the problem of size and color.  We chose handkerchiefs to go with three different colors of sashing and we trimmed them all to be 7 1/2" squares.

To solve the problem of the flimsy nature of handkerchief fabric, we ordered stabilizer from Joann on-line and used it to create a backing for the handkerchiefs.  Hopefully this will ensure the longevity of the quilt!

From this close-up, you can see that we created a center square from four monogrammed handkerchiefs with the letter "E" (the first initial from the grandmother's name).

Table Runners

My sister-in-law just renovated her Manhattan apartment and I would like to give her a gift.  It's hard to choose between these two new table runners.  The pieces of Palestinian embroidery were purchased from Maha who lives in Bethlehem.

Which one do you think I should give her?

Big Girls!

Our twin grand-daughters just graduated to big girl beds.  I got right to work and here are the two matching quilts that I made for them.  One girl likes pinks and the other got turquoise and orange. Both quilts have purple in them and the same matching yellow trim.   Based on a version of the 4" square, I have created a new design, placing two squares together on each row, making a more dramatic and eye-catching design.  

Baby Quilt

Both of us were not able to do quilting over the summer.  So, now we are back in the saddle, and enjoying ourselves!

This baby quilt was made by Hana for a friend's new granddaughter.  It uses pastel colors in a pinwheel design.

Two pieces of matching embroidery

These two pieces of embroidery seem to go so well together!  Ramadan Karim to Maha from Bethlehem and special thanks for the beautiful embroidery.

It's Wedding Season!!!

One of my daughters requested a set of place-mats as a wedding gift.  So, here is a set of 6 quilted place-mats with a matching table runner.  I hope the bride and groom like bold colors!

Table Runner

This table runner is made with a piece of embroidery made by the Bedouin women at the "Desert Embroidery" shop in Laquiya.  They explained to me that the central element is called the "sheikh" because he is the center of everything in the community!  And to think that I thought it was a flower!!!

Thanks to Facebook

This floral couch quilt was made in the "coexistence" style, using a piece of Palestinian embroidery made by a woman named Maha who lives in Bethlehem.  I have never met Maha, since we live on different sides of the "divide", but we have become facebook friends!  When I want new pieces of embroidery, she puts up pictures of different styles and I can choose what I want! 

In addition to the embroidery, this quilt integrates the element of "building blocks" which are so easy to make and so popular as a quilting style.

Delicate Florals

This new single bed quilt was made lovingly for one of Hana's grand-daughters.    It is made up of 4 inch squares using a combination of delicate floral fabrics. 

It is exquisite!

More Baby Gifts

These two new carriage quilts are hot "off the press"!  They are whimsical and fun, made with jelly roll 2" strips.  The top one, with pink sashing, is already sold!

Happy Birthday!

My youngest granddaughter turned one-year-old this week.  Her mom requested a new summer quilt since her large crib quilt is made with a flannel backing and is too warm for the Jerusalem summer.  So, here is the new one that I made for today's big birthday bash.

The quilt is made from 4 inch squares and measures 32 X 40 inches.

Pre-Pesach Gift Sale

We are having a sale of all of our quilted items in honor of the upcoming holiday!Prices slashed!

 

Pre-Pesach sale of quilted gift items! Special holiday prices!

יריד ביתי של שמיכות ומוצרי פיסות – מכירים מיוחדים לרגל החג!

Come and choose from among our placemats, table runners, baby quilts and couch quilts.

All items are unique and are made with top quality 100% cotton fabrics.
מבחר מוצרים: שמיכות לתינוקות, שמיכות ספה, ראנרים ומצעיות.

כל מוצר הינו ייחודי ומיוצר מבד איכותי 100% כותנה – מתנות מעולות!

Please come by and enjoy a glass of wine!  Bring your friends.

בואו להתרשם ולהנות מכוס יין, והביאו חברים!

Thursday evening, April 14, from 5-9 pm

at the Kronish family home, 6 Abeles St., apt. 5, Talpiyot

יום חמישי, ה-14.4 בין 17.00 ל-21.00

בבית משפחת קרוניש, רח' אבלס 6, דירה 5, תלפיות

information/directions: 0507-357-946

מידע נוסף/הוראות הגעה: 0507-357-946

 

Baby Quilts

These two new crib quilts are made with 4 inch squares and are backed with lovely and cozy flannel fabrics.

Purple Placemats

We are gearing up for a springtime fair and are producing a variety of items so that we have lots to show!  Here is a set of placemats.  Based on our scrappy style, each one has a different center!

A Perfect Gift

My friend from the Chesapeake Bay area brought me a package of fabrics that she bought in India.  I quickly got to work and made her a coexistence quilt, combining Bedouin embroidery with some of the fabric that she gave me! 

Here is a close-up on the embroidery, which was made so carefully and so professionally by one of the women who work at the Desert Embroidery non-profit workshop in Laquiya in the northern Negev. 

The finished quilt is the size of a couch quilt, meant to be used as a decorative element on her couch.

Two more baby quilts

Here are two more baby quilts, both are made with jellyrolls and are backed with cozy flannel fabrics. 

This one is a carriage quilt --

And this one is a purple and green crib quilt --

More and More

It's fun creating beautiful quilts!  It gives me so much satisfaction and pleasure.  Yes, I am aware that some of my color choices are a "bit over the top" but that's my style!  Hope you like this scrappy couch quilt, featuring blue and orange!

New Baby Quilts

These two new baby quilts have delicious flannel backing!  Both are made from jellyroll fabrics, which means that they are cut to 2 1/2" strips and made into a variety of designs.  Of course, you can buy pre-cut strips in matching color sets.  But I prefer to cut my own strips, mixing and matching sometimes outrageous colors!

This one is a carriage quilt --

And this orange one is a crib quilt --

Back in the Saddle Again

We've been out of commission for awhile because Amy was traveling and both of us were out of batting! 

Here is Hana's latest addition -- another table runner using similar jelly roll shades of brown --

And Amy's newest couch quilt, made in the scrappy design.  This one has a stunning turquoise backing.

Coffee Table Runner

Hana is working hard.  Here is her latest creation -- a stunning table runner.  It's made from jelly roll pieces.

Maroon Trim

Hana is certainly enjoying herself.  She just finished another one!

This carriage quilt is made up of 4" calico squares.  What a beautiful combination!

More Baby Quilts

Hana is just beginning to get used to her new and wonderful Bernina sewing machine.  Here are two baby quilts that she just completed this week!

The first one is made with 5 inch squares.

Gold as a Design Element

Hana is enjoying using her new Bernina sewing machine.  Here is one of her newest products!  She used  jellyroll pieces combined with 4 inch squares.

With an Orange Trim

This baby blanket features yellow and blue pinwheels with an orange trim.  The yellow fabric has tiny elephants!  The flannel backing also has small animals. 

Trucks and Planes

This quilt (made with 4 inch squares) was made for my grandson who is soon to be three years old!  He's a big shot and wouldn't sleep anymore with the small quilts that I had made for him in the past.  So here's something bigger with trucks, boats, planes, and extra terrestrials!  With love from Savta!

Floral Couch Quilt

I have been quilting feverishly during the past week.  It's been hard being at home, not feeling well, and being somewhat quarantined!  But now I'm feeling better!  Here is a purple and green floral couch quilt made from 4 inch squares with a wide floral border.

Table Runners

This table runner features a beautiful piece of Bedouin embroidery made by my friends at Desert Embroidery in Laquiya.  These women make extraordinary traditional pieces which I am honored to integrate into my quilting.

If you have been following this blog for a while, you already know that I love combining purple with green.  These were the colors at my daughter's wedding, ten years ago!

This table runner was designed by my oldest granddaughter -- she's 6 years old!  She wanted to make a table runner for their coffee table in honor of her father's upcoming birthday!  She has a surprising talent for putting together colors and designing this piece.  She did the design and I did the implementation!

With Lots of Dots

Before Shabbat begins, I want to share a few quilts that I made this week.  I have been a bit under the weather, and quilting gives me so much pleasure and satisfaction that I forget how poorly I've been feeling!

This one, using different fabrics with dots, is a baby quilt with a flannel backing.  This is an adaptation of the standard 4 inch square design.

These two are small in size -- 16 X 24" -- and are made to be doll quilts.  My daughter's twins are having a birthday party in their nursery school this week -- they will be 4 years old!  And these little quilts, made with 4 inch squares, are a gift for the nursery school.