Modern Quilts with Historical Roots in the English Countryside by Deborah McGuire.

Post Graduate Quilt Researcher

Quilt Magazine Columnist

Longarm Quilter

Modern Traditionalist Quilter

A trifling memento of her industry. Final borders of my #remembermeforgetmenotquilt are on, they’re a delicious chintz print by @libertylondon from @sewandquilt. For the backing I’ve settled on this stashed blue linen flat bedsheet as it’s just the most crisp frosty winter blue for this snowy day which will quilt up beautifully. Next up is the contemplation of a quilting plan. These 1820s frame quilts were often quilted with an all over pattern, wineglass or scale or an undulating wave. Back to my books for some guidance. This quilt will be next up on my frame after Christmas. Contrasts. The relentless running quilting stitch gradually tames the billowy softness of the silky top sheet and wadding as I work my way back across the frame. ‘Extra’ Notions. Midwinter low sunrays on these evolving borders for my #remembermeforgetmenotquilt . After a week of stubborn colds and family disruption I’m looking forward to hunkering down as the winter weather sweeps in tonight and hand stitching these little flags of colour. Her work. My work. The work of my hand. Leafy glory and little midweek wins. Time to tackle those #themidsummerharvestquilt leaves 🍃 To be kept in remembrance of me, and as an heirloom in the family.