Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Fabled Fusions Sneaky Peeky

Much to do, much to do. I've been sketching and stitching and writing and rewriting and sketching and stitching and ....whew!

Here's a sneaky peeky of one of the projects that will be in my Fabled Fusions book due out in September.

 
My second Folk Art Fusion (TM) book will be a little different from my first one. It will be 95% wool applique and hand stitching and 5% machine quilting. After lots of encouragement from you and other friends, I've decided to write a little story to accompany each project. Thus word "Fabled" in the title. ;)


Oh, I have also found the most wonderful fusible web in the world! Yes, the world! It's called Soft Fuse. I love fusible web because everything stays put when you stitch. I've tried freezer paper and pins and glue sticks, but everything still wiggles around and drives me nuts. I stick myself a million times and glue myself to my quilt! hee,hee,hee. My issue with fusible web has always been that it can be too heavy, or make my needles gummy. Well let me tell ya, Soft Fuse is perfect in every way! It's paper backed, lightweight and no sticky mess. My hand needles glide right though it and all my pieces stay put where I iron them. Yippeee!!!

I'm carrying it now in my shop. You can get some in a package or purchase it by the roll. You'll love it.

Have a fun day! We'll see you back here on Friday.

xx,
Michelle and the bunnies

20 comments:

Kris said...

I can't wait to see this one!! I so love the colors and of course, my favorite - dots!!!

Createology said...

This peek is really interesting and I am loving the colors. I shall watch for your newest book. Creative Hearts are Happy Hearts...

Anonymous said...

thankyou Shell for sharing your sneak peeks,love the colours.xx

aprilmecheelesdulllife said...

Cant wait to see the new book Shell!! Yea, on the new fusible web!! I dont like gummy needle! lol

Raewyn said...

Looking forward to seeing more of your new projects and new book! The Soft Fuse sounds yummy!

Lesley said...

Wonderful sneak peeks! Your stitching is perfection!

KaHolly said...

Lookng forward to the big reveal!!

Unknown said...

Love the layers on the first pic!

Starr White said...

oh, oh, oh! I love those cut-outs and the colors! so pretty.

Val Laird said...

Looking gorgeous, Michelle.

Jeanette said...

Love the sneaky peek. Can't wait for the book. :) That fusible web sounds great. Hugs,xx.

Robin said...

Can't wait to see your book, it looks yummy from your little sneak peek!

Draffin Bears said...

Hi Shell,

Love your new wonderful pieces, the paisley pattern is lovely. thank you for giving us a sneak peek.
Hope you are having a lovely week

hugs
Carolyn

Missie of Traditional Primitives said...

Ooh, I like the look of your new fusion project! I'll have to try that fusible...I struggle with the same problem of finding the perfect product!

Castles Crowns and Cottages said...

SO GORGEOUS my friend! I have always loved felt, as my mum used to use it for so many of her crafts and art projects. But now with your art and other bloggers' use of felt, it has become even more of a passion for me. You are wonderful. Thank you so much for your friendship my dear; hugs to you and the BUNNIES! Anita

Lisa said...

I have been away from the blogs for awhile and you have been BUSY!! A new book already?! Congrats you very busy bee!

Little Miss Titch said...

ooooh can't wait to see what this looks like!

Judy1522 said...

Looks very interesting. I can't help noticing how very perfect your stitching is.

QUILTING IS BLISSFUL, DI said...

Now look at what you have done??
taken all the 'fun' out of us being driven 'nuts' by all the other stuff trying to get our pieces to stay in line!!!
Love ya==di and miss gracie

Sparklyjools said...

Looking fab sweetie, and I can't wait to see the final results of your labour.xxx

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