Category Archives: Portrait quilts

On my design wall – 2014.08.02

Posted on August 2, 2014 by TerryAske

I have a new commission for a dog portrait (and another one waiting in the wings!).  This is Kodiak – he’s a malamute. His coloring is similar to two other dogs I’ve made portraits of,  so I started with some … Continue reading →

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Off my design wall – 2014.07.30

Posted on July 30, 2014 by TerryAske

The portrait quilt of Thomas and Kalina is finished, and has been presented to the happy newly-wedded couple.  Now it can be revealed in full glorious surrealistic color. This is the first time I tried the faux piped binding technique … Continue reading →

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On my design wall – 2014.07.16

Posted on July 16, 2014 by TerryAske

Last week, I showed my progress on the Kalina part of the fabric portrait of Thomas and Kalina.  I mentioned that I thought the lightest fabric might be too light – and many of you agreed.   So while I worked … Continue reading →

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On my design wall – 2014.07.10

Posted on July 10, 2014 by TerryAske

I’m working on a new portrait quilt. Tom and Kalina are getting married later in July, and I’m making a quilt portrait for them.  The quilt will be based on one of their engagement photos.  Kalina said she liked the … Continue reading →

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A cat named “Baby”

Posted on May 20, 2014 by TerryAske

Welcome to everyone visiting from Amy’s Blogger’s Quilt Festival!  Many thanks to Amy for hosting and organizing this fun event.  I’m linking up to Amy’s site and submitting this entry to the festival.  Make sure that you pop over to Amy’s … Continue reading →

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2013 Year in review

Posted on December 31, 2013 by TerryAske

I just reviewed my accomplishments in 2012 and the goals I set for 2013.  I’m very happy with my productivity. In 2013, I made more than 20 quilts, had 15 art quilts accepted into quilt shows, and was published 7 … Continue reading →

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Sunday morning finish – 2013.12.29

Posted on December 29, 2013 by TerryAske

After a few days off to celebrate Christmas with family and friends, I got back into my studio on Friday. The portrait quilt is finished, and on its way to my client.  I’m very happy with how it looks.  The … Continue reading →

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On my design wall – 2013.12.18

Posted on December 18, 2013 by TerryAske

The portrait quilt is progressing well.   Last week, I finalized the face fabrics, and constructed one eye. I wasn’t entirely happy with the fabric I used for the shadow around the eye – it seemed a little too light when … Continue reading →

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On my design wall – 2013.12.12

Posted on December 12, 2013 by TerryAske

There’s a new portrait quilt taking shape on my design wall.  As usual, I ‘posterized’ the original photo to get the value differences.  (Here’s a tutorial about the process I use.) I wanted 5 values of skin-tone fabric for this … Continue reading →

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Pet portrait workshop for FVQG

Posted on November 18, 2013 by TerryAske

Last week, I did two trunk show presentations for the Fraser Valley Quilters’ Guild.  They were a warm, welcoming group.  I love showing my work to other quilters! Then on Saturday, I did a Pet Portrait Workshop for them.  Several … Continue reading →

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