Blank Canvas: Working with Negative Space
Think of negative space as the “supporting character” to the star roles of piecing or applique. Intricate patchwork and/or detailed applique tends to draw the eye first. The ... Read More
I’m an atypical quilter as I am originally from India but I’m obsessed with the lovely American tradition of quilt-making! I grew up in Canada from babyhood onward and loved to do crafts and sew by hand as a child. The game-changer was learning to use a sewing machine when I was 12, falling in love with creating with fabric.
I made my first quilt at age 19 from a pattern in a craft magazine and I was hooked! After moving to Phoenix, AZ when I got married, I’ve enjoyed exploring various piecing methods, applique styles, embroidery and more, both by hand and by machine, specializing in free-motion quilting!
By day, I’m a 6th grade science teacher at a busy middle school in Phoenix. My sewing time in the evening each day is simultaneously energizing and creative while also allowing me to relax and experience the joy of working with fabric!
Please visit my website at www.quiltedrhino.com for quilting ideas, reflections, tips, projects, newsletters and more! I’m also on Instagram, @quiltedrhino (www.instagram.com/quiltedrhino/).
Think of negative space as the “supporting character” to the star roles of piecing or applique. Intricate patchwork and/or detailed applique tends to draw the eye first. The ... Read More
Settle in on chilly winter nights with a mug of hot cocoa, your favorite comfort show and these cheerful holiday mug rugs. These designs from Sujata Ryan will be the ... Read More
Quilt As You Go (QAYG) methods enable a quiltmaker to perform every aspect of making the quilt by working in smaller sections and joining the sections nearly invisibly. Here are two ... Read More
A rush of satisfaction comes from completing a quilt, sewing that last stitch, snipping those last threads. But take a few more minutes to make your masterpiece complete by creating ... Read More
Create a scene of the setting summer sun against the evening sky while blue waves wash upon a sandy shore with this quilt pattern from Sujata Ryan. This throw quilt ... Read More
Celebrate the 4th of July in style with this festive table runner pattern from Sujata Ryan. Measuring at 20 1/2” x 47”, this patriotic table runner is made using only ... Read More
Create your own floral fantasy with delicate applique butterflies and flowers. Designed by Sujata Ryan, this gorgeous spring wall hanging pattern features butterflies fluttering around a ring of blossoms, as ... Read More
Say “Happy Valentine’s Day!” to your mom, sister, or bestie with a pretty and playful quilted apron. Designed by Sujata Ryan, this apron sewing pattern features a quilted bib and ... Read More