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Sneaking Stripes Into Modern Quilts

5/7/12 4:55pm by PippaPatchwork
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A couple of years ago or so, I realized that I loved to work with solids, that they emphasized the simple geometry of a quilt top in a way that really suited my aesthetic. But apparently somewhere along the line, this preference became a rule– something I realized as I continued to dive into my shot cotton fabric stash, avoiding all those beautiful striped patterns that I once coveted.  Read more >

My Second Stash - Shot Cottons Revisited

5/1/12 6:42pm by PippaPatchwork
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Just when I thought I’d spend the rest of my quilting days creating Kona cotton mini quilts and table runners….  Read more >

Table Decor - Oh the Possibilities

4/19/12 4:02pm by PippaPatchwork
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 Spring fever can make it difficult to really buckle down for hours on end in the sewing room. So I'm taking great pleasure in quick, cheery quilting projects that fit my restless warm weather mood-- and my fondness for table decor.I resurected an old favorite-- diagonal intersecting stripes-- and whipped it up into this little guy.  Read more >

Spliced and Stitched-- Another Little Wall Quilt

2/24/12 6:11pm by PippaPatchwork
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My latest mini quilt was such a pleasure to create. If you look closely, you can see that it's composed of 16 squares. Basically, I sliced up solid gray squares at random, re-stitched them with colorful bands between, and trimmed them to the 5 1/2".Easy! And the result is a whimsical, random design. Finished off with some curly cue quilting.  Read more >

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Full Name
Pippa Eccles Armbrester
Member Since
February 2012
About Me: 

I'm a quilt designer and creator living in Boston, MA. All of my patterns are original, and based on my passion for color, geometry, and a touch of whimsy. I love exploring the tradition of quilting with a fresh, contemporary spin, and believe in the importance of filling your home with beautiful, joyful items. 

I sell my quilts and quilted items on Etsy at http://www.etsy.com/shop/pippapatchwork

Profession: 
Quilter
Location: 
Boston, MA
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