Eye of the Beholder

original applique patterns inspired by the world around us

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International Quilt Market!

At International Quilt Market, Co-authors Nan Baker of Purrfect Spots Designsand Margaret Brewster Willingham of Eye of the Beholder Quilt Design introduce their new book, "Christmas RAPPing, Christmas Quilts featuring Reverse Appliqué and Paper Piecing" sponsored by Island BatikAurifil and June Tailor, Inc. Books available through Margaret or Nan. #iqm #nanbaker #purrfectspotsdesigns#margaretbrewsterwillingham #eyeofthebeholderquiltdesign #islandbatik #aurifil#junetailorinc #christmasrapping #christmasprojects #starofwonder #staroflight

Red & White Explosion: From the thrill of Victory....

Red & White Explosion: From the Thrill of Victory....

The story behind the story of Red & White Explosion.  For 3 years I poured my time and creativity into designing and hand stitching Red & White Explosion (66" x 66").  It was juried into Road to California 2018 and is a semi-finalist in AQS Paducah this spring.  But after disaster struck I thought I would just have to throw it out.  Find out what happened, and what I learned along the way that can help you.

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