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Lorena Uriarte

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Spent a delightful day teaching my #kawandiworksho

Spent a delightful day teaching my #kawandiworkshop on the Central Coast with @themakersstudio!

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Thank you so much for having me Cheryl. It was lovely to meet you all and I hope you feel inspired to play with your textile scraps!

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Also fun to say a quick hello to @seantheprawn, hope you had a relaxing day. See you at the quilt show!

#quiltmaking #scrapquilt #kawandi #handmade #slowstitching #tryingnewthings #makersgonnamake #textilelove

Spoiler alert… both the quilt and Big Tone survi

Spoiler alert… both the quilt and Big Tone survived their “almost an introduction to hang gliding” experience!

It was almost the thrill of lifetime when we tried

It was almost the thrill of lifetime when we tried to photograph this quilt in the wild.

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There’s a reason why Stanwell Tops is a favourite launching site for hang gliders, it’s very windy! Dramatic cliffs with breathtaking views up and down the coastline.

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But all I kept thinking about was, will my husband end up on the news? And how many seams will pop with the force of this wind. I took two quick snaps and then bundled this Scrappy Trip flimsy back into the car. I love this photo though, Tone looks like a quilt monster!

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Scrappy Trip Around The World pattern by @quiltville_bonnie using @carolynfriedlander prints and shot cottons by @fabric.journey.
June 2020, Stanwell Tops NSW

Day 23 for #igquiltfest2023 - QUILTS IN THE WILD

#quilt #quiltsinthewild #outdoors #stanwellpark #takeoff #scrappytriparoundtheworld #scrapquilt #flimsy #favouritequilt

I’m here to tell you that curved EPP (English Pa

I’m here to tell you that curved EPP (English Paper Piecing) is absolutely doable! It’s one of the techniques I use to make miniature sampler blocks when I don’t have time or tools to prep for appliqué or make templates.

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Generally I use a print out on freezer paper and use that as my EPP templates by numbering the pieces and cutting the block apart. Then it’s just a case of sewing it back together, like a jigsaw puzzle!

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I use freezer paper because I’m only making one of each block for a sampler. But for repeated blocks I use thin card that can be reused.

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These blocks were made back in 2011 for my first Chuck Nohara quilt. Block patterns are from the Chuck Nohara book, 2001 New Patchwork Patterns.

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This is one of the techniques I teach my students in my regular monthly sampler classes. Come along if you’d like to learn more nifty tricks to get those quilts finished!

#epp
#quilt
#skills
#epplove
#curvedepp
#cuteblocks
#samplerquilt
#chucknohara
#handstitched
#chuckwithlorena
#lorenateachesquilting
#quiltsbeforeinstagram

Opal Essence, the EPP version… half scale for ad

Opal Essence, the EPP version… half scale for added cuteness. This is the largest circle. Now to try the medium and small ones.

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What do you think? I reckon it’s a good scrap buster that can be stitched by hand wherever you are. I love a portable project so I can squeeze some stitching into the busiest of days.

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If it works, I’ll get some kits made up. They would make adorable cushions or bags. Would you like to make one?

#epp #opalessencequilt #handmade #slowstitching #eppeverywhere #curvedepp #tumblingblocks #tryingnewthings #patterndesign #patternmaking #scrapquilt

Day 20 of #igquiltfest2023 asks “What was I thin

Day 20 of #igquiltfest2023 asks “What was I thinking?”

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Last October, when I finally made a quilt from my 169 Dear Jane blocks and then cut it up to make a coat, I was relieved!

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Those blocks had been finished since 2005, taunting me, in their little plastic folders. But I kinda fell out of love with the fabric and my piecing skills have improved so much since then, that I couldn’t imagine having this quilt around the house. All that work though!

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But as I’ve found, those are the quilts that are perfect to turn into coats! Having quilt coats is really the only reason I now look forward to colder weather. Can’t wait to wear this one this winter. Imagine the conversations it will start!

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2023 QUILT COAT CLASSES

Want to come and make one with me? Here’s a list of quilt coat workshops for this year. You can cut up an old quilt, make up the panels or whip up an entirely new quilt for the express purpose of cutting it up 🤣

Book your spot directly with the organisers!

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20/ 21 MAY @mysewingsupplies (Sylvania)
24 JUNE/ 1 JULY @usefulbox (Marrickville)
22/ 23 JULY @60stitches_ (Warriewood)
2/3 SEPTEMBER @berryquiltandco (Berry)

#quilt #bucketlistquilt #dearjanequilt #quiltcoat #isewmyownclothes #quiltsofinstagram #makersgonnamake #igquiltfest #sewover50

Slowing down fast fashion and I think I’ll keep

Slowing down fast fashion and I think I’ll keep going… Initially I thought stitching the yoke would be enough but this linen is thin and a little see through, I think it will be more wearable with added stitching. It’s also fun!

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#bluemonday #sashikostitching #linenshirt #embellished #wabisabi #offtherackhacks #customized #handstitched #embroidery #slowstitching #fastfashionrebellion

When @toomuchfabric started her Chuck Nohara quilt

When @toomuchfabric started her Chuck Nohara quilt in our #3rdsaturdayclass @mysewingsupplies, none of us had heard of that dreaded C word! Now three years later, after cancelled classes, lockdowns, masks and lots of testing before gathering, her amazing quilt top is done! Congratulations Sharon on your persistence and phenomenal achievement. We are all so happy to share this joyous moment with you!

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Barb is working on her blue and white version of the quilt. Block by block it’s coming together. Keep going Barb, that’s how it gets done!

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Sue is making these adorable teddy bears for a baby quilt!

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Adele is back and working on giant, earthy log cabin blocks with foxes for a special boy.

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Just a few snippets of what happens in one of my quilt classes… it’s a supportive and welcoming environment with amazing service from Bernadette, Ian and their team. Thank you all for another fab day.

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Can you believe that the NEXT CLASS is 16 APRIL? New people always welcome. We’ll see you there with bells on! 🔔

#learntoquilt #samplerquilt #sewingiscool #shoplocal #supportyourlocalquiltshop #shareyourwork #chuckwithlorena #quiltclass

When my quilting friend Maree passed away it took

When my quilting friend Maree passed away it took the wind out of my sails. She was so clever and generous with her knowledge. And supportive of me and my teaching endeavours.

We had worked together, in a group of four, on four quilts. One of them was my Chuck Nohara quilt. Maree had made her own set of blocks but never got around to finishing her quilt.

Honouring all that work and skill was a labour of love. I never had a chance to discuss what her plan was before she left us.

Maree had an incredible skill with colour. One of the other quilts we worked on, the sweet Japanese baskets, she pulled together with an amazing purple and yellow border.

So I listened to Maree and finished her Chuck Nohara quilt with a purple and yellow border. I think people were shocked but I know Maree would have loved it. The quilt was raffled off for Quilt NSW. And someone I now know won it and loves it. That’s such a relief, thank you Maree and thank you @craftypinkcreates 💞

DAY 17 - QUILTS of SIGNIFICANCE for #igquiltfest2023

#groupquilt #quilting #quiltsofsignificance #quiltsofinstagram #colourandmovement #chucknohara

One of my dresses got a tear where I wore a name b

One of my dresses got a tear where I wore a name badge. Oops! So I decided to PUT A BIRD ON IT!
Gotta love a bit of visible mending to extend the life of my clothes 💛

#visiblemending #putabirdonit #portlandia #applique #boro #mendingmatters #sustainablefashion #handmade #memadeeveryday

Best tip ever for #igquiltfest2023? It’s not all

Best tip ever for #igquiltfest2023? It’s not all about quilting. Look after your body, take time to breathe. Go for swims, catch up with friends over coffee and cake, go to the art gallery!

You see, all those other things support your creativity. There’s no point to pumping out quilts just because. What’s your purpose?

Enjoy the ride!

#livewell
#balance
#besttipever
#takeabreath
#mycreativelife
#alwayssayyestoadventure

Did I take enough photos in yesterday’s class? N

Did I take enough photos in yesterday’s class? Never! But I took enough to document some brilliant finishes! Well done everyone, your persistence has paid off!

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Lynn completed her #KawandiRetreatBag. It’s a real beauty!

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Learne made a quilt for her brother who lives in the country. This quick #RollTheDiceQuilt is cut from six panels depicting Australia’s unofficial national anthem Waltzing Matilda. It turned out so good!

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Lynn also finished her gorgeous #swirlygigquilt and nailed those y-seams. Way to go Lynn!

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Sandra completed her #EvaDress started in last month’s class. She was working with limited yardage so some pattern pieces were patchworked together. Not that you can tell! Great job Sandra!

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Diane popped in to share her fun Eva Dress finish too! I love the external patch pockets. And the black bias binding trim. Very cool!

Just a snippet of what goes on in our monthly #3rdWednesdayClass @mysewingsupplies. No photos of the coffee, cheerleading and excited chatter. There is always cake. Sorry you missed this GF one I baked just for you Sharon. Hope you’re feeling better soon 🫶

NEXT MONTH
19 April is our Visible Mending class. Only a couple of spots left in this hand working class. Contact the shop for more info!

#learntosew #quiltingisfun #quiltmaking #dressmaking #sewingcommunity #nocaloriesatquiltclass

My most recent finish? This cone of Aurifil thread

My most recent finish? This cone of Aurifil thread. It sure surprised me when the bobbin stopped winding!

Day 14 - RECENT FINISH #igquiltfest2023

Still working my way through the bucket-o-scraps! I sew them when I need leaders & enders, chain piece them between projects, or whenever I need something mindless to work on.

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There are thousands of them, goodness knows what I’ll do with them but they are too cute to throw away!

#scrap #scrappy #textilewaste #postagestampquilt #fourpatchquilt #textilelove #leadersandenders #tinypieces #reducetextilewaste

Whilst making dinner last night, I wondered what I

Whilst making dinner last night, I wondered what I could grab in the kitchen to make a #quiltfromthings! Always multi tasking here…

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This comes in response to @stitchandyarn’s #quiltfromabrief series. Thanks to the @theelectricquiltcompany Tara has a giveaway for their brilliant EQ8 software. You’ve got till 15th March to share your entry. More details on her blog.

Thanks Tara for the opportunity to play a little, this was fun! I like how my “quilt” uses a little ombré and text to create colour and movement... Just like my real quilts 💫

#tessellation
#quiltdesign
#playmatters
#patterndesign
#createeveryday
#imaginativeplay

That was me willing the sun to shine just a little

That was me willing the sun to shine just a little bit brighter this morning… seems I have a knack for finishing quilt tops just as the weather turns!

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This quick quilt is pieced, now to quilt it. And are you thinking what I’m thinking? Autumn is coming, Winter will soon follow… It would make an excellent quilt coat!

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Want to come and make one with me?
Here’s a list of my quilt coat workshops for this year. You can cut up an old quilt, make up the panels or make an entirely new quilt for the express purpose of cutting it up 🤣Book your spot directly with the organisers!

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20/ 21 MAY @mysewingsupplies (Sylvania)
24 JUNE/ 1 JULY @usefulbox (Marrickville)
22/ 23 JULY @60stitches_ (Warriewood)
2/3 SEPTEMBER @berryquiltandco (Berry)

#flimsy
#quilttop
#quickquilt
#quartercircles
#fromquilttocoat
#isewmyownclothes
#letthefabricdothework
#victoriafindlaywolfefabric

Day 11 of #igquiltfest - QUILT BACK ➖➖➖ Ha

Day 11 of #igquiltfest - QUILT BACK

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Hand made stitches are like fingerprints. They are unique and depend as much on your dexterity as they do on your needle, thread and even the thickness of the quilt you’re stitching through. Steady, regular stitches on the front and back are my goal. I love the texture and rhythm of them so much that I like to feature them by using a high contrast quilt back on my kawandi.

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I have a number of local-ish kawandi workshops coming up if you’re interested in learning this traditional technique that I’ve adapted to work with my own patchwork scraps.

25 March @themakersstudio (East Gosford)
1 April @60stitches_ (Warriewood)
12 April @fabricgarden (Neutral Bay)
22-23 April @berryquiltandco (Berry)
29 April @a_fine_line_quiltery (Mittagong)

I provide a complete kit so you have exactly what you need and can focus on technique. Contact the organisers directly to book your spot or if you have any queries.

#kawandi
#quiltback
#aurifil12wt
#handmade
#handquilting
#madebyhand
#slowstitching
#igquiltfest2023

Quick quarter circle blocks made with my @victoria

Quick quarter circle blocks made with my @victoriafindlaywolfe stash. With a little bit of extra patchwork, I managed to squeeze a 60” quilt out of the last bits of that B&W Manor Stripe. Any chance of a reprint Victoria? Those stripes rock 😎

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Now to sew the blocks together and decide how to quilt it. A quick palette cleanser whilst I keep busy and wait for news from the hospital…

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#quickquilt
#12inchblock
#modernquilt
#quartercircles
#curvedpiecing
#machinepieced
#victoriafindlaywolfe

Quilts are wonderful teachers! No other quilt has

Quilts are wonderful teachers! No other quilt has taught me more than the ones I’ve made using the little black and white drawings in Chuck Nohara’s 2001 New Patchwork Patterns! Some lessons are about friendship, personal growth and my professional development. Others are more tangible…

1️⃣ Anything goes, if you cut it small enough

2️⃣ Sashing and cornerstones bring everything together

3️⃣ There’s more than one way…

4️⃣ Do a little everyday and eventually you will finish it

5️⃣ People will do amazing things if you reward them with cake!

Day 7 #igquiltfest2023 is about the LESSON LEARNED

#quilt
#skills
#quiltlove
#scrapquilt
#samplerquilt
#chucknohara
#kitchensinkquilt
#learntmylessons

Oooh, look what the postman just delivered? The pa

Oooh, look what the postman just delivered? The parcel is still hot from sitting in his van on this scorcher of a day here in Sydney.

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It’s Next Door Garden, the latest beautiful fabric range from @victoriafindlaywolfe for Free Spirit!

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I 💚 the bright, clear colours and eclectic, and occasionally retro, mix of textures. Thanks for the extra bits of fabric too Victoria. I know exactly what to do with these. I’m excited to finish a quilt I started years ago 💫

#mailday
#treatyoself
#squishymail
#freespiritfabrics
#victoriafindlaywolfe

I’ve always been incapable of sitting for long p

I’ve always been incapable of sitting for long periods of time with idle hands. It’s one of my flaws. I reckon it’s why I don’t enjoy going to concerts or movies. My hands get bored. I was always the one doodling during lectures…

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I sew whilst “watching” something on my phone. I sew on airplanes, on the train, in the car, at the hospital, waiting to hear news…

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Sewing focuses my thoughts and calms my busy mind. Whether it’s machine or hand piecing, hands keep the rhythm, fabric is the tune.

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I’ve always had strong hands, they are hard workers too. Mixing cocktails till the wee hours, chopping tub fulls of vegetables in sleek steel kitchens. And these days they love wielding a rotary cutter with a nice new sharp blade. Cutting is still my favourite step in quilt making!

DAY 4 prompt for #igquiltfest2023 is all about CREATIVE HANDS

#mytools
#stitching
#igquiltfest
#creativehands
#lookafteryourtools
#makersgonnamake

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