Learn how you can use simple thread painting and free-motion stitching techniques to add texture, dimension and form to your art quilts and textiles.
In this video tutorial – Talking About Texture I demonstrate simple 2D techniques for:
- Creating your own textured fabric.
- Ideas for how to use this fabric.
- Techniques for adding shading and dimension to your art quilts, using free-motion stitching.
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Talking about Texture: Thread painting techniques to add dimension and form
This video discussion, Talking About Texture, looks at two quilts I made using my stained glass quilting technique (without the bias tape).
You’ll also find ideas for things to do with all those random experimental pieces of layered, textured fabric you create.
The possibilities are truly unlimited when a little imagination is applied.
Want to learn more?
Learn how to make your own textured art quilting in my book, Appliqué Art Quilts Inspired by Stained Glass, which is available from Amazon in Kindle eBook or Paperback formats.
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Hello Deborah, Many thanks for the video in adding texture. I have tried so many times to do this and at last, it has clicked! I do sometimes add decorative stitches to achieve this effect and the combination of thread sketching and decorative stitches, really has opened a door for me.
It is Spring in the Lake District (England) and even though I am self isolating, the colours in the garden seem brighter than ever and adds to the excitement.
I hope you and your relations in Yorkshire are coping and are safe and well. You are an inspiration to me, Thank you. Margaret.
That is wonderful news, Margaret! I’m so pleased the ideas I presented have helped you see a way through with your own art.
My relations are well. I do worry about my elderly cousin though, who is 93!
Take care and stay well. Deborah
Thank you, Deborah, for the wonderful presentation! I am loving your videos and all the helpful advice, ideas and samples of your work. They’re a welcomed addition to these days of isolation. Very inspiring!
Thank you, Barbara – I’m so pleased you’re finding the videos enjoyable and helpful in dealing with this new life we all suddenly find ourselves having to live. Take care, and stay well! 🙂 Deborah
Hi Deborah. Many thanks for these videos. I really like your approach and find it very encouraging. I wondered what kind of organza you prefer – silk (very nice but expensive), crystal (seems very shiny), glass, etc.?
BTW, I’m really looking forward to your class on mixing colours when that becomes available.
Best wishes
Kerry
Hi Kerry – the organza I mostly use is the (less expensive) polyester type. Silk is gorgeous, but not necessary for this type of project, generally. I have odd bits and pieces of the crystal organza and other ‘shiny’ and sheer fabrics. I try to pick them up in remnants bins when I can, as I have found having a selection of colours is better than a lot of one colour.
The colour blending class is progressing … making these other videos has interrupted somewhat, along with dealing with matters around how we all have to live right now, but I’m getting there … won’t be too long now! 🙂
Stay well, Deborah
Thanks for the advice. I’ll order some online.
Have a good Easter
Kerry
Hello Deborah
Have happily joined your Stitching Together site but can’t find a sign in when I want to go back on the site – I’ve just joined again so you’ll have me twice – any solution? And a huge thank you for the vids I have seen so far.
Bee Hepworth
Hello Bee – to access the Library once you’ve got your password, all you need to do is select ‘Access–Stitching Together Online Library’ from the drop-down list under ‘Resources’ in the toolbar. Then simply type in your password and your set. Hope this helps.
🙂 Deborah