Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Being Knotty

Celtic knots that is. I taught a Celtic Knot applique class this past Saturday and I had to work on some samples to show in class. The different blocks show some of the tight curves and mitered corners.
It is fun to look for different fabrics to use in Celtic knots. As you can see from original fabric, Sherbet Pips, it looks quite different cut on the bias.
Here is a photo of the pattern just in case you want to try your hand at being Knotty. You can see one of my finished projects using knots here.

With Passion,
Carrie P.

21 comments:

Marie said...

Carrie - this is great but you're farther along on this journey than I am.

Hugs - Marie

Jocelyn said...

Wow what a beautiful job! It looks so hard.

Shakerwood said...

Fabric can look so different in tiny pieces and in thin strips. I'm sure you had a great time in class as did the students!

Linda said...

Really pretty!! I've always admired the Celtic Knot.

marina said...

how beautiful. I can't get over how perfect your appliqueing is. The bias fabric looks so effective.

Abby and Stephanie said...

I love how the fabric looks completely different cut on the bias. Celtic Knots have always been a favorite.

StitchinByTheLake said...

Carrie that's just lovely! How wide is the bias you cut? It looks tiny. blessings, marlene

Kristyne said...

Wow, that is SERIOUSLY cool! Would have loved to take this class from you. :)

Wilma Lee said...

Love that.

Becky G said...

My o my Carrie, a real beauty! Sorry I missed your class. Hope I get to take it the next time you offer it! That fabric & the uniform thickness really make it sing! B

Lynn said...

The celtic knots look fun, challenging but fun.

Purple Pam said...

Your Celtic Knot is wonderful. It is not easy to maintain symmetry in such a small piece. You did a great job. I bet your class was fun. Wish I could have been one of your students. I would love to take a class from you.

Anonymous said...

Wow, wow and wow Carrie....always amazing me with your applique talents!

M and M plus 3 said...

It's beautiful Carrie!

Janet said...

What a lovely block, the fabric makes a big difference to the look.

Teresa said...

I have been wating to try this technique. I love the look of the multi-colored fabric.

Michelle May-The Raspberry Rabbits said...

Fun!Fun! Fun!
xx, shell

Simone de Klerk said...

Why don't you live in Heerlen or a place nearby. Then I would be one of your favorite students!!!

Michelle said...

Totally awesome, Carrie!

Robin said...

Beautiful! I just love Celtic knotwork.

Jenny of Elefantz said...

Oh Carrie, that block is BEAUTIFUL! Even the colours you used...all so gorgeous. Such a talented lady, you are!
Hugs
Jenny
xx