Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Gwen Marston - A True Inspiration


This is just a teaser and another invitation to join our “Gwennie Inspired Medallion Quilt-a-long”. When Cynthia (Wabi-Sabi Quilts) and Lori (Humble Quilts) asked me to be a part of this I immediately thought back to all of the wonderful quilts Gwen has made over the years. I have never had the good fortune to meet Gwen in person, but I know we are kindred spirits. I have followed her since the early 1980’s when she wrote a monthly article in Lady’s Circle Patchwork Quilt (oh, how I miss that magazine!).

I have almost all of Gwen’s books. I think she is best known for her “Liberated Quilts”.



But, one of my favorites is not as well known. I was so enamored of her little fabric books, that I made dozens for all my little (and a few big ones too) friends. I have only 3 left. Hmmm, maybe it is time to make a few more!







I have finished my basket block (I think). So, stay tuned for the big “reveal”. 
And why not join in the fun!


17 comments:

  1. I have finished my block, too -- it is oversize and rather plain but I'm waiting to see what comes next! (I need to go look for that little book you shared)

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  2. Oh oh..at this time, you already made potholders !!
    I have finished too my block and I can't wait to admire yours and the others !

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    1. I'm so glad you are joining in. I can't wait to see yours!

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  3. "Quilting it your way" really says it all doesn't it. I love the little quiet books!!

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  4. Gwen came to Maine probably 20 years ago and I think the class was in Bath! She taught liberated houses and log cabin blocks....could have sworn you were there! Maybe it was Nena?

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  5. I have never met Gwen, nor do I have her books, but I certainly have learned a lot about her from other bloggers like yourself.

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  6. It's interesting how many different prominent quilters have influenced each of us along our journey and made an impact in the quilting world.

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  7. Gwen has been such a great inspiration to so many! Can't wait to see your Basket block :)

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  8. i have a few lady's circle mags and saw her articles...plus i have her and joe cunningham's book on little quilts...

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  9. What beautiful little books! I can't wait to see your revealed basket block :0)

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  10. Many moons ago, I purchased a bunch of used copies of the Lady's Circle magazine and while recuperating from surgery, read them all a couple times. I remember enjoying reading her columns.

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  11. I wish I had the old magazine articles!

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  12. Today I'm wishing you safe travels to Hartford; it appears that you already are enjoying pretty perfect weather!

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  13. So sad you never met her in person. she is such a warm and generous teacher. I always give her all the credit for setting me on my quilting path of original work.
    She told me she has quilts on exhibit at vermont this year - I'm so glad to be going so I can see them (even though I probably already have) Me and my buddies in Illinois made some of those fabric books. I wonder where they are now? must look around for them :)

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  14. The fabric books are adorable!

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  15. Your fabric books are so inspiring. I have most books too. But not this one. Need to find a copy. Looks fun!

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