Linda Zizzo
Templates were created and hand-drawn for all appliques. A combination of machine and hand stitching was used. All emboidery was done by hand using pearl cotton. All appliques are raw edge with the exception of the bird and dragonflies. The bird and dragonfly appliques are turn edge. Each of these appliques were hand drawn andContinue reading “Spring Dance
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Linda Zizzo
Machine stitched. Hand embroidered using pearl cotton and beads. Raw edge applique. Additional embellishment: hand-drawn ink. Machine quilted. 100% Made in USA. The entire mini-quilt was made using cotton that is entirely sourced and manufactured in the United States. Inspired by 18th century botanical art. A whimsical portrayal of Maria Sibylla Merian’s work “Erucarum ortus”Continue reading “Magical
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Linda Zizzo
Hand embroidered using pearl cotton and metallic threads, silk ribbon, fussy cut inlays, beads and other embellishments. Machine quilted and stitched. A striking example of beauty and function. I wanted to create something functional as well as beautiful. Something that could be enjoyed and viewed daily. Art work that would also serve as a tableContinue reading “Art in the Garden
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Elizabeth Zwiener
Machine pieced, machine quilted. There’s always a little thrill when I spot a tiny gem of color on the beach. This quilt celebrates my finds! Machine quilted by Maureen Tinley. Design Source – Pattern variation.
Elizabeth Zwiener
Hand applique and embroidery on wool. Hand applique and embroidery on wool. Machine quilted by Marlene Williams. Design Source – Sue Spargo pattern.
Liz Zwiener
Hand painted batik on cotton. Created in a batik workshop led by Rosi Robinson.
Elizabeth Zwiener
Hand batik, machine stitching, beading. The silhouette of plants at the edge of the Garden’s Great Basin stand tall and inspire me to keep striving. Design Source – Original.
Liz Zwiener
Fused, collaged & quilted from my scrap bag. I created this piece while attending Sue Benner’s “Sewing the Land” workshop.
Elizabeth Zwiener
Machine embroidery on canvas. Made in a Carol Naylor workshop. Driving through the heartland of Illinois, I marvel at the beauty of the prairie and the fields of color and texture. Design Source – Original.
