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Sorry this is rather blurred...my latest baby quilt....now being enjoyed by it's new owner! Rxx

At last she is decent!! R xx

The March issue of P&Q has just arrived and I followed up on a really interesting article....I followed this link.....

**LINK**

and the info below was taken from the webpage!

Next year will mark the 200^th anniversary of the Royal Astronomical Society. One of the ways the society will celebrate this significant milestone is by running a project to make a commemorative quilt.

200 years ago it was not uncommon for family and community members to come together to stitch quilts, often as a way of marking an important life event. Inspired by the communal and social aspect of the quilting tradition, the RAS is looking for participants to help create a bicentennial quilt.

The quilt will be doubled-sided, measuring approximately 190 x 190 cm. One side will depict the solar system, a homage to astronomer Ellen Baker's spectacular 1876 Solar System quilt (see main image) which she used as a visual aid when giving astronomy lectures. The other side of the quilt will be made in the tradition of patchwork squares stitched together in a grid. Each square will feature images related to astronomy and geophysics. Everyone is welcome to get involved, you don't need to be an expert embroiderer to take part.There are two ways you can contribute:

There are workshops being held ,,,but as far as I can see...we have missed most of them ....and the final one is fully booked.....but we can still be involved (hopefully!!) inmaking the reverse side

Patchwork Squares Side

If you're not able to attend a stitching session you can still contribute to the project by creating a square for the patchwork side of the quilt. Here are a few things to consider when making your square:

• The RAS is not able to provide any materials or equipment to make the squares, you will need to source your own tools and materials.
• You can use a variety of methods to create the image on your square: embroidery, felt, patchwork, appliqué, printing, fabric paint etc.
• The square must be made from a light to medium weight fabric with no stretch. Woven fabrics such as cotton or linen are ideal. Knitted or crochet squares will not be incorporated unless they are attached to a cotton or linen backing.
• Finished squares must measure 25 x 25 cm.
• Your design must fit within 20 x 20 cm of the square. A 2.5 cm border is required around the edge of your design. This is needed for the seam allowance when the squares are all stitched together.

• Finished squares can be posted to the address below. Please include your name, email address and what your square depicts (eg: the constellation of Orion). All squares must be received by 1 August 2020.

  RAS Bicentennial Quilt

  Royal Astronomical Society

  Burlington House

  Piccadilly

  London W1J 0BQ

  * Please note that depending on the amount of squares we receive, we cannot guarantee that your square will be included in the final quilt.

  Who else feels inspired to take part?
• Best Rosemary

Sadly no! Rosemary x

And here is the second item......! Rx

Not exactly quilting...but my first completed creations of the year...Luna Lapin...clothes to follow

Good afternoon ....me again....I've just had an email from Folksy about an artist being featured......Sue Trevor......hopefully this link will work

https://folksy.com/shops/SueTrevor

Well worth looking at....I promise! Rosemaryx

Edited By rosemary Rosenfeld on 11/01/2020 13:02:17

Just being prepared...for when we have something to share! Thanks for reminding me Eileen! Rosemary xx

Good afternoon ...just a quick question...has anyone used "cork fabric"? I have been tempted and ordered some and wondered if anyone has any advice please? R x

I hadn't thought about that! Thanks Eileen! Rosemary xx

Good afternoon....I know it's a little early...but I hope you all have a healthy and prosperous New Year with lots of sewing and other crafty things!!

Secondly....my cousin has asked for another baby quilt....teddies climbing mountains....for a very good reason...that's how the parents met! I have sorted out most of it but......any ideas about how I can add ropes to link some of the bears? Obviously they will stitched....not dangling...but......??

Best Rosemary xx

This is so lovely isn't it? Rxx

Isn't this a great idea?

Here are he pictures as promised.....

Well....were Santa's quilting elves generous this year? My American pen friend sent me a beautiful pineapple block with a frame to display it in and a sweet "ruler' pin cushion! And this morning a birthday 🎂 beautiful hand made bag..with a smaller one inside.....I'll take some photos later so you can see! Rx

I have just gad a message from Denise..in France...she sends greetings to all..especially those involved in the block swaps! R x

Merry Christmas to you all! The Xmas wreath came from my American pen friend Janet... and my Dad made rocking horses!!

Best wishes, Rosemary xx

Well done again Eileen it looks lovely!

Well done also to Marion...I love your houses! Rosemary xx

Edited By rosemary Rosenfeld on 17/12/2019 22:13:14

Great news about your grandson Sandy! Rosemary xx