The above card was used by Dorothee to illustrate her editorial at the beginning of the issue (02/2011) and my German was just about good enough for me to translate her very entertaining comments. She suggested an alternative ending to the Red Riding Hood fairytale along the lines of: And if they hadn't died, they would still be quilting today. She also gave it as her opinion that many world problems would be solved if only the parties concerned came together for a quilting bee. Even if they couldn't reach a solution, at least they would have a wonderful quilt at the end! Couldn't agree more!
By the way, the question on this fabric card reads: "Never mind your nose, grandmother, how did you make that quilt?", which is the question I get asked most often whenever I give talks, workshops or as now at the exhibition (minus the nose bit, needless to say).
I also did a project for the Patchwork Professional magazine, more about that tomorrow! You can order a copy from the website of the magazine or if you live in either Germany or The Netherlands from book/magazine shops.
5 comments:
This is ever so exciting! Glad I got a chance to see pictures of it at least!!!!! You are awesome :D :D :D
congratulations!!!
However, it does not surprise me!
Enjoy your day!
Congratulations Frieda! Wow! I am so impressed with your artistry (as you know!).
What a fab idea to sit down an negotiate peace over a quilt! Wouldn't that be something! Somehow, just doing something creative helps ones mind settle down and focus more on beauty rather than discord.
Hugs,
Terri
Again, congratulations!!! How thrilling and it looks like they included a number of your wonderful pieces. : )) I am so happy for you!
How lovely to be so recognised.
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