Cassandra Ellis is quite the crafter. She makes contemporary quilts, beautiful handmade pieces patching individual segments of fabric together, like in the old days. Cassandra says the point of a quilt is to represent something that is ‘practical, precious and personal – an heirloom that would be passed down for generations.’
Plus, every quilt is completely individual and bespoke. Cassandra teaches at the Papered Parlour, where I had a sewing class, but she also holds her own quilting sessions which you can read up about on her website too.
I love the idea of making something with your own hands that will last not just your lifetime, but your future family’s too. Cassandra’s photos (above) show that patchwork quilts work wonderfully in a contemporary home, without looking too predictably shabby chic (a look I’m tiring of) – and they remind me of this photo of Hoxton Hotel. See, quilting got cool.
*Waves* I know – long time no comment!
These are so beautiful. I have been wanting to do one of her courses at the Papered Parlour for a little while and seeing these pics makes me want to do it all the more!!!
Meg xx
meg gets crafty is back! where have you been?!
Very good question! I have no idea where the time went but I am definitely back.
Those quilts are incredible! It's the quilting patterns that inspire me. I can only do very basic straight lines! Thank you for showing us these!
Oh, this quilts crafts ara spectacular!
Love the first one. The colours are beautiful together.
These quilts have a striking similarity to Pip Studio bed linen which i have recently purchased from Amara.co.uk.
I am a big fan of the patchwork, it's a gorgeous focal point!
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