@derstinedesigns.bsky.social
Art quilter, fiber landscape collage artist, Philly architecture. I also love teaching art quilting.
https://www.rachelderstinedesigns.com
https://www.rachelderstinedesigns.com
New work: “Cerulean and Amber”, 31” x 36”. I learned to make cyanotype prints from a friend. This work feels like a celebration of summer!
July 2, 2025 at 12:16 PM
New work: “Cerulean and Amber”, 31” x 36”. I learned to make cyanotype prints from a friend. This work feels like a celebration of summer!
I was recently interviewed by Matteo Iadonisi from 6ABC Philadelphia about the art quilts I make based on photos Rod and I take of local scenes. 6abc.com/post/philly-...
April 13, 2025 at 2:32 PM
I was recently interviewed by Matteo Iadonisi from 6ABC Philadelphia about the art quilts I make based on photos Rod and I take of local scenes. 6abc.com/post/philly-...
Teal Tango - 26” x 36”. Hand dyed cotton, silk, hand wovens and metallic prints. All appliquéd and couched with metallic thread.
www.rachelderstinedesigns.com/originals-wa...
www.rachelderstinedesigns.com/originals-wa...
March 24, 2025 at 2:07 AM
Teal Tango - 26” x 36”. Hand dyed cotton, silk, hand wovens and metallic prints. All appliquéd and couched with metallic thread.
www.rachelderstinedesigns.com/originals-wa...
www.rachelderstinedesigns.com/originals-wa...
“Winter Berries on the Schuylkill”, 20” x 16”. Keeping the lines sleek and simple on this one.
March 19, 2025 at 9:33 AM
“Winter Berries on the Schuylkill”, 20” x 16”. Keeping the lines sleek and simple on this one.
Going for spare and simplified - work in progress.
March 5, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Going for spare and simplified - work in progress.
I also won a blue ribbon for best Longarm Quilting in the wall quilt category. Happy surprise!
March 3, 2025 at 7:19 PM
I also won a blue ribbon for best Longarm Quilting in the wall quilt category. Happy surprise!
I enjoyed presenting my “Keep It Simple, but Pack a Punch” lecture at Mid Atlantic Quilt Festival this week.
March 3, 2025 at 7:17 PM
I enjoyed presenting my “Keep It Simple, but Pack a Punch” lecture at Mid Atlantic Quilt Festival this week.
Work in progress. The long lines are pieced and the rest are constructed separately and just pinned on for now. Still tweaking…
February 18, 2025 at 9:46 AM
Work in progress. The long lines are pieced and the rest are constructed separately and just pinned on for now. Still tweaking…
“Philadelphia Hospital” - 16” x 20”, all framed and listed. This is the view from Pine Street with the high rises of Liberty Place in the distance. www.rachelderstinedesigns.com/originals-wa...
February 14, 2025 at 7:50 PM
“Philadelphia Hospital” - 16” x 20”, all framed and listed. This is the view from Pine Street with the high rises of Liberty Place in the distance. www.rachelderstinedesigns.com/originals-wa...
Work in progress…
February 8, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Work in progress…
Send a little love and write your own unique message in a greeting card. My Art Everywhere Sale has been extended through Sunday. 20% off with code EVERYWHERE. Free shipping.
February 8, 2025 at 11:21 AM
Send a little love and write your own unique message in a greeting card. My Art Everywhere Sale has been extended through Sunday. 20% off with code EVERYWHERE. Free shipping.
Pennsylvania Hospital in the works…
February 3, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Pennsylvania Hospital in the works…
I’ll be teaching my “Keep it Simple, but Pack a Punch” class at Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival on Thursday, Feb. 27. The fabrics you choose combined with a simple design can result in a very compelling quilt. Often, “less is more”. www.quiltfest.com/register/mid...
January 28, 2025 at 11:07 AM
I’ll be teaching my “Keep it Simple, but Pack a Punch” class at Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival on Thursday, Feb. 27. The fabrics you choose combined with a simple design can result in a very compelling quilt. Often, “less is more”. www.quiltfest.com/register/mid...
All done! “Spring is in the Air” - 20” x 20”. This was inspired by a photo Rod took on an early morning bike ride along the Schuylkill River last spring. I know it’s only January but we’re dreaming of warmer weather…
January 27, 2025 at 10:56 AM
All done! “Spring is in the Air” - 20” x 20”. This was inspired by a photo Rod took on an early morning bike ride along the Schuylkill River last spring. I know it’s only January but we’re dreaming of warmer weather…
Nearly done with this spring scene along Kelly drive.
January 25, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Nearly done with this spring scene along Kelly drive.
I’ll be teaching my Architecture Quilt class at Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival on Friday, February 28. Register now to ensure a spot at www.quiltfest.com/register/mid...
January 25, 2025 at 11:18 AM
I’ll be teaching my Architecture Quilt class at Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival on Friday, February 28. Register now to ensure a spot at www.quiltfest.com/register/mid...
🎶 Can walls have rhythm?
When you think of "rhythm," music might come to mind—but did you know it also applies to art and how you arrange it in your space?
In design, rhythm means the repetition of visual elements to create a sense of consistency, guiding your eye through your art and home.
When you think of "rhythm," music might come to mind—but did you know it also applies to art and how you arrange it in your space?
In design, rhythm means the repetition of visual elements to create a sense of consistency, guiding your eye through your art and home.
January 24, 2025 at 11:37 AM
🎶 Can walls have rhythm?
When you think of "rhythm," music might come to mind—but did you know it also applies to art and how you arrange it in your space?
In design, rhythm means the repetition of visual elements to create a sense of consistency, guiding your eye through your art and home.
When you think of "rhythm," music might come to mind—but did you know it also applies to art and how you arrange it in your space?
In design, rhythm means the repetition of visual elements to create a sense of consistency, guiding your eye through your art and home.
Stay in touch with that which brings you joy.
January 21, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Stay in touch with that which brings you joy.
Bold and Bronze - 35” x 44”
I was inspired by this gorgeous hand dyed fabric from @elementalhu.bsky.social I pulled lots of silk from my stash which played well with these colors, added some screen printed skeleton leaves and couched some yarn for definition. What a joy this was to create!
I was inspired by this gorgeous hand dyed fabric from @elementalhu.bsky.social I pulled lots of silk from my stash which played well with these colors, added some screen printed skeleton leaves and couched some yarn for definition. What a joy this was to create!
January 20, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Bold and Bronze - 35” x 44”
I was inspired by this gorgeous hand dyed fabric from @elementalhu.bsky.social I pulled lots of silk from my stash which played well with these colors, added some screen printed skeleton leaves and couched some yarn for definition. What a joy this was to create!
I was inspired by this gorgeous hand dyed fabric from @elementalhu.bsky.social I pulled lots of silk from my stash which played well with these colors, added some screen printed skeleton leaves and couched some yarn for definition. What a joy this was to create!
“Rittenhouse Lion” and “Rittenhouse Winter” - two of my works based on scenes in center city Philadelphia. I love the vibrancy of this city with its walkable and unique neighborhoods.
January 19, 2025 at 11:08 AM
“Rittenhouse Lion” and “Rittenhouse Winter” - two of my works based on scenes in center city Philadelphia. I love the vibrancy of this city with its walkable and unique neighborhoods.
“Fantasy Forest” - 8” x 10”. I just picked up some of my pieces from a gallery which is closing. They are newly listed on my website. This one was a little study I did at a workshop with Sue Benner on Madeline Island this past summer.
January 19, 2025 at 12:28 AM
“Fantasy Forest” - 8” x 10”. I just picked up some of my pieces from a gallery which is closing. They are newly listed on my website. This one was a little study I did at a workshop with Sue Benner on Madeline Island this past summer.
"Winter Reflection" 15" x 30"
This hand dyed sky/water silk fabric was gifted to me by my friend.
I am often inspired, simply by looking at a particular piece of hand dyed fabric.
This piece captures a moment where nature's colors converge, inviting a pause to reflect on the beauty around us.
This hand dyed sky/water silk fabric was gifted to me by my friend.
I am often inspired, simply by looking at a particular piece of hand dyed fabric.
This piece captures a moment where nature's colors converge, inviting a pause to reflect on the beauty around us.
January 17, 2025 at 12:40 PM
"Winter Reflection" 15" x 30"
This hand dyed sky/water silk fabric was gifted to me by my friend.
I am often inspired, simply by looking at a particular piece of hand dyed fabric.
This piece captures a moment where nature's colors converge, inviting a pause to reflect on the beauty around us.
This hand dyed sky/water silk fabric was gifted to me by my friend.
I am often inspired, simply by looking at a particular piece of hand dyed fabric.
This piece captures a moment where nature's colors converge, inviting a pause to reflect on the beauty around us.