Sarah Fielke

We were delighted to be able to welcome well known Australian quilter, Sarah Fielke, in November. She was on a European tour, with just three destinations on her British leg, those of Shaftesbury, Halifax and Lutterworth!  It's thanks to Ann that we had this treat, as she organised dates, venues and everything else!  

Here is Sarah with her favourite quilt.  Her designs are original and innovative and her use of colour is masterful.  She has written several books, the first two, 'Material Obsession 1' and 'Material Obsession 2' with Kathy Doughty.  Since then she has written more books on her own and then designed BOMs which were released digitally.  Several Piecemakers' members have completed these BOMs and have thoroughly enjoyed them.  

Sarah gave a trunk show on Friday evening, and was generous at letting people examine her quilts.  You can see the bright colours she loves to use. 

She prefers to hand quilt her quilts, and we all enjoyed examining her tiny stitches. 

Sarah held two classes while she was in Lutterworth.  She particularly enjoys needle turned appliqué and has her own simple method of doing this. 

This is what the class participants were making, a lovely Garden Pouch.  I don't think everyone completed it on the day, but all had a good time. 

There was another workshop the next day, working with these improvised letters.  Unfortunately I couldn't get any photos of this, but I'm sure it was great fun. 

We wish Sarah (and her husband and quilt holder) a good journey and safe return home.