Heirloom Textile Quilt 1
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Heirloom Textile Quilt

$1,500

As an artist, I create quilts with many patterns and images. These quilts were all made to incorporate family heirloom textiles. Most of them were tablecloths. Then, I used additional fabrics to create a composition, and hand quilted the piece together. I love to work with fabrics that have personal meanings behind them, other examples include, sheets, clothes, and flags. These quilts are 5x5', but I can work with you to find the right size as a wall hanging, throw, or bedding. The quilt featured here is titled, "Beginners." It was made with my mother's tablecloth, wrapping around the outer edge, and in the center.

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Heidi Parkes

Heidi Parkes

Heidi Parkes

Chicago, IL
Member since: 2014
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I am an artist, trained at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. I inherited a family tradition of quilt making from my maternal grandmother.

I specialize in using found fabrics, and transform them into a quilt rich with memories. Your family heirloom textiles can be incorporated with my fabric collection to create a one of a kind work of art for your home, office, or creative space. I use a sashiko inspired hand quilting technique that employs thicker thread for a highly visible quilted line.

I look forward to collaborating with you to create a unique work of art!

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