Update 5 – In Jest 2015

Working this week on a method to construct pleated fans.

Pleating

Here are experiments in pleating fabrics for “In Jest.” The three in center and lower right have been sewn together to help set the pleats. The two on left, held together with binder clips, are small versions of what I hope the fans will look like when set into the quilt edge.

Pointed Edging Basted with Pins and Binder Clips

I’m also using small binder clips to set the points along the quilt edges. This is after attaching the backing and batting with a pillowcase edge.

Points in Pillowcase Edge

Next step: the quilting.

Update 4 – In Jest 2015

Here are some updates on my current art quilt project, In Jest.

In Jest – Sashing Complete on Background

The area of dark, solid diamonds in the lower left will be covered by the inverted star of the harlequin face and cap. Work is progressing on it as well.

In Jest – Embroidery Begun on Face

Sandwiching the top with batting and backing is next. The finished size will be approximately 36 x 60.

Update 3 – In Jest – 2015

In Jest – Face Draft 5

I’ve decided on this version of the face. Here’s why I’m using a 72 degree rather than a 60 degree diamond.

Update 2 – In Jest – 2015

I’ve chosen a different black for narrow sashing. This will help define the diamond blocks.

In Jest – Beginning to Add Sashing

Still undecided about how to finish the edges. Should they be squared off or should I keep the serrated edges? Sides different from top/bottom?
And another draft of the face – working on idea of an open-mouthed smile. Too goofy now.

In Jest – Face Draft 4

Update – In Jest – 2015

The experiment with 72 degree diamonds continues. The name has been changed from “Harlequin” to “In Jest.”

In Jest January Update on Design Board

Still experimenting with the diamond for that empty space. The personality could be that of harlequin, jester, joker, maybe green man.  So far . . .

In Jest Face Idea 1

In Jest Face Idea 2

In Jest Face Idea 3

Still not right. More to come.