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| Log Cabin Cross 2 |
I finished sewing the second Log Cabin Cross wall hanging, today. I learned from the "mistakes" of the previous wall hanging and added a border with the background fabric all around the central Cross, which makes it "float" better on the background. I also changed the design slightly and added another shading strip to the central Cross.
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| Close Up |
The back of the wall hanging is a single, large piece of fabric; cream colored with a pale pink all-over print. I have quilted it (sewing machine) very minimally - just an "in-the-ditch" outline quilting around the main center Cross.
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| The Back |
The binding was machine sewn to the front, folded over, and hand sewn at the back.
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| Close Up of the Back (Needs ironing!) |
This wall hanging, too, will be a Christmas gift for one of my friends.
Once again, the entire wall hanging was made using fabric, batting, and thread I had on hand. So, a very frugal gift. Some of you might recognize that the fabric used for the outer most areas of the central Cross and for the binding is same as what I used for one of my front opening nightdresses. I've plenty of leftovers from the other nightdresses I've sewn for additional wall hangings.
But, before I make any more wall hangings, I've a quilt to finish!
Anyone else have multiple crafts projects in progress?
It's beautiful, Bless! It really looks multi-dimensional - definitely floating! So impressive and the color combination is so pretty. The recipient is sure to treasure it. What a lucky friend! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Carolyn.
DeleteI've been meaning to thank you so much for stopping by my little blog. It means so much to me! :)
DeleteNo need to thank me, Carolyn. I love all the creative, crafty things you do on your blog. :)
DeletePretty :-) I'm not much of a crafty person. The idea intrigues me , but I can't do much. About the only 'crafty' thing going on here is turning a couple of bread crates into something for the outside cats to hopefully keep them a little warmer. I turned one upside down and sat it on the other, zip tied them together, layered the inside with cardboard and old rugs and now have to find something to fit around the holes on the top.
ReplyDeleteJess, I'm sure the outside cats will enjoy their warm "Cat Retreat" when it gets colder. :)
DeleteBless, this is beautiful.. Know your friend will love receiving it.
ReplyDeleteYes. I have too many craft projects going at the same time.ha
I am working on a Disney Frozen costume for one of my granddaughters. She is having spirit week at school and needs it.[What will we do for our children/grandchildren? ha
Have a great week.
Judy, I remember when my mother used to make costumes for my daughter. Hope you get all your crafts projects completed!
DeleteI see what you mean about the extra space around the border, but you know, I think I prefer the first one, with the plain background! (Not that both aren't great, of course.)
ReplyDeleteActually, the other one had a patterned background, too, but, I think it was a "quieter" design and not as noticeable. But, you know, having revisited these posts, I think I might make a few more wall hangings like these to be given as gifts this coming Christmas! I rather like how they turned out! :)
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