Hello and welcome to Sew Cute Tuesday. I’m Wendy from Wendy’s Quilts and More and it’s my pleasure to host Sew Cute Tuesday today.
I only started blogging 18 months ago, but I’ve been sewing and quilting for much longer than that.
Work-wise I studied Commerce at Auckland University and became an accountant, but I ended up in software development in the finance industry. I sat at a computer all day for work, so the thought of writing blog posts in the weekends didn’t appeal. Something really good happened in 2010 though – the company I worked for decided to close their New Zealand office due to the global financial crisis, and I no longer had a job to go to.
It was at that point that my quilting and embroidery really took off. Both my boys were at school all day, and I managed to fit in a lot of sewing. I took courses to further my embroidery skills, and enjoyed working on a variety of quilts. I have another job now with the New Zealand Institute of Patent Attorneys, but it is part time so I still have time for sewing.
I love to use colour in my sewing, and I’m also drawn to complex patterns. I love a challenge, and would much rather choose something that will take months to make over something that can be made in a weekend. That explains why I have embarked on the English paper pieced la passacaglia quilt – my major project for 2015.
My preferred quilting style is hand quilting with bright Perle 8 threads, although I’m starting to experiment with my walking foot. There are photos of my finished quilts and embroidery on my blog – Wendy’s Quilts and More and I’m also on Instagram @wendysquiltsandmore.
Now it’s time to share with us your latest projects – stitching, sewing, finished or progress – and don’t forget you can link directly to an Instagram pic instead if you like, using #sewcutetuesday and @blossomheartquilts and @wendysquiltsandmore to help us all find you over there too. Link ups like Sew Cute Tuesday are a great way to meet other bloggers and explore other styles of quilting. I’ve met some wonderful online friends through link ups like this. After you’ve linked up your post this week, how about clicking on another post, and visiting a blog you’ve never visited before. Leave them a comment to let them know you’ve visited – you never know what might develop.
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Serena @ Sewgiving says
Always lovely to see your bright and beautiful creations Wendy!
Wendy says
Thank you so much Serena
Jenny says
Wow! Love love love your use of colour Wendy! Stunning applique/pieced table runner. Way too gorgeous to leave on a table. And the indigo/brights quilt is fabulous!
Wendy says
Thank you Jenny. Yes, the table runner is better on the wall than on the table. Especially with teenage boys in the house. Thanks
Lori says
Do you have a pattern for this table runner wall hanging ?
Amanda@TheCozyPumpkin says
Such lovely, vibrant work Wendy! Thanks for hosting.
Wendy says
Thank you Amanda – my pleasure because I get to meet a lot more quilters.
Jayne says
Gorgeous quilts! The colors are amazing!
Wendy says
Thank you Jane. I’ve always loved the bright colours. Lime green and hot pink were my favourite felt tip pens when I was growing up.
Karen Goad says
love Wendy’s work the color is bright and great looking.
Wendy says
Thank you so much Karen.
Jane Evans says
Your blue and green quilt is stunning! Thanks for sharing, is there a pattern anywhere for this?
Wendy says
Thank you Jane. If you’re referring to the mini quilt shown above, the pattern is here: http://www.cloverandviolet.com/2014/11/mini-medallion-series-border-5.html
I hope you enjoy making it.
Rachel @ Quiltineering says
I’ve always loved your quilts and your amazing sense of color placement. Everything is just so cheerful and fun!
Wendy says
Thank you so much Rachel. I was just cutting some fabrics today and I thought “why does everything take me so long?” and I thought “because I spend so long trying to get it just right”. I’m happy when people say my fabrics work well together. Thank you.