Bling Tree – Day 8
by lsmith | Dec 8, 2023 | Quilting Tips
On Day 8 of the Bling Tree, I decided to add a little more variety. The start was basically the same with a large button. A metallic bead filigree and pearl bead were added to hide the button threads. Then, I took a little piece of metallic ribbon and created a ring...
Bling Tree – Day 7
by lsmith | Dec 7, 2023 | Quilting Tips
On Day 7 of the Bling Tree, it was time to kick things up a notch. A large button was added. I created a five spoked wheel by bringing threads up the middle and down the outside of the button. Think of a skinny star. I knotted a piece of organza ribbon around one of...
Bling Tree – Day 6
by lsmith | Dec 6, 2023 | Quilting Tips
On Day 6 of the Bling Tree, I decided to add a little more dimension to the bling. I used two buttons – a large ivory one and a smaller pink one. Off white thread was used to secure the button at the same time. To hide the securing threads, a gold bead filigree...
Bling Tree – Day 5
by lsmith | Dec 5, 2023 | Quilting Tips
On Day 5 of the Bling Tree, I continued my trend of slightly larger buttons and more complicated embellishment. As you gain confidence, you get more adventurous. I started with a slightly larger four-holed button using matching thread and secured the button. Then,...