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broinn.bsky.social
Michy
@broinn.bsky.social
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Sewist, anti consumerist, disgusted with the idea that money makes you worth listening to, deep sea rover dive video lover because cuttlefish were my gateway drug.

She/her/it , honestly it fucking helps if you are unsure and aren't an asshole.
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Day 57 - of free motion quilting... a little bit of the back of a feeding mat I'm making for the dog - I had to stop after the allergies made me sneeze off course too many times.

#freemotionquilting #quilting #quiltsky
A close-up of a quilted fabric with an intricate quilted floral pattern. The color palette is dominated by shades of blue and green, creating a textured and visually rich surface. The quilting pattern features a central floral motif with stylized petals or leaves radiating outwards in a symmetrical arrangement. The background fabric appears to have a subtle geometric or mosaic-like pattern, adding depth and complexity to the design.
April 25, 2025 at 1:54 AM
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Day 56... A doodle block. Busy ripping out tiny little stitches in my salty quilt because I decided I didn't like the pebbles. So many f'ing pebbles.

#freemotionquilting #quilting #threaddoodle
April 24, 2025 at 2:10 AM
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Day 55, recycled a previous practice block by filling in some negative space. I should probably prep some blocks because it's so much easier to get going when I don't have to cut anything.

#freemotionquilting #quilting #day55
The image shows a close-up of a quilted fabric, featuring a central floral or abstract design with intricate stitching. The design consists of three main sections radiating from a central point, each with a different pattern within its outlined shape. The stitching is done in a dark thread, contrasting with the light yellow colored fabric.
April 22, 2025 at 3:10 AM
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Sunday quilting with the BFB.

#sewingwithcats #quilting #quiltsky #cats #theBFB
The image shows a Bernina sewing machine with a tortoiseshell cat resting behind it in front of a window. The sewing machine is positioned on a table with a colorful quilt project visible under the needle. The cat is looking directly at the camera with a relaxed expression. The sewing machine's display screen is visible, showing settings and icons. The setting is indoors, with natural light coming from a window behind the cat
April 20, 2025 at 9:51 PM
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Days 53 and 54 - fmq'd this and another piece that I misplaced in my never ending quest for organization. Put together a few scrap blocks, hung some cabinets and took the dog for a walk.
#fmq #freemotionquilting #quilting #dogs #scrappyquilt #marimekko
The image shows a square piece of white fabric with a complex quilted design. The design appears to be a symmetrical pattern, inspired by a floral or geometric motif. It features repeating shapes that resemble feathers or leaves, arranged around a central point. The quilting is done in a gray thread, which contrasts subtly against the white background. The fabric piece is pinned to a larger piece of fabric with a colorful, retro-style pattern of orange, green, and blue shape (Marimekko Albatross). The image shows six quilt blocks, each featuring a diagonal teal stripe across a patchwork of various patterned fabrics. The blocks are arranged on a forest green fleece background. Each block has a unique arrangement of fabrics, showcasing a variety of colors and patterns, including floral, geometric, and abstract designs. The teal stripe provides a consistent element across all the blocks, unifying the disparate patterns The image shows a black mixed breed long haired dog sitting outdoors, in a garden setting. The dog is wearing a grey harness and leash. It is positioned in front of a bush with bright yellow flowers, maybe forsythia, and some white daffodils are visible nearby. The ground is covered with wood chip mulch. The dog is looking to the left, with its mouth slightly open and black and pink tongue sticking out.
April 20, 2025 at 1:34 AM
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Day 52, sketched and a little bit stitched. It's never 15 minutes anymore, I don't miss the 6 pm news.
The image shows a practice quilt block. The design is drawn on white fabric, with blue lines indicating quilting paths and black stitch lines on an ombre orange background
April 18, 2025 at 4:00 AM
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More treasures from the Great Sewing Room Clean Out/Reorganization of 2025.

#vintagesewing #quilting #feedsack #quiltsky #sewing
The image shows the cover of a vintage booklet titled "How to Sew and Save with Cotton Bags." The cover features a black and white illustration of a woman holding up a checkered cotton bag, likely demonstrating how to repurpose it. The booklet also includes smaller illustrations depicting various sewing projects that can be made using cotton bags, such as aprons, pot holders, and other household items. It is surrounded by small patchwork squares of feedback material in floral and geometric patterns on a white background.
April 17, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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Day 51. I had some time today to sketch this out before quilting, good for muscle memory and better results.
Still working on straight lines and will probably change the foot next time I attempt echoing a design, the open toe is doing me no favors.
#freemotionquilting #quilting #quiltsky
A white diamond quilt block with pinked edges rests on a fuschia and black Marimmeko fabric (pattern name Fandango) with a busy floral and scroll pattern The block is free motion quilted with black thread. A petal design is centrally placed ensconced by 4 interlocking circles with feathers stitched on the outer edges. There are 3 large quilted half circles on each edge of the block
April 17, 2025 at 12:15 AM
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Day 50 of fnq practice is another quickie. I spent the afternoon cleaning and lubricating a new old Bernina before realizing I did not have the correct foot pedal...bummer.

Still organizing and discovering the stash treasures I had forgotten about.

#quilting #fmq #harwoodsteiger
The image shows a yellow fabric piece with black stitching, featuring an abstract design resembling a volcano with flowing lava on the left side and swirling patterns on the right. This piece is placed on top of a larger fabric with a black and white patterned design. A portion of a label or packaging for "Harwood Steiger HAND PRINTED Fabrics" is visible in the lower right corner, suggesting the fabric's origin or designer. The overall composition highlights the contrast between the yellow stitched piece and the patterned background fabric.
April 16, 2025 at 1:58 AM
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Day 48 - super quick because making meatballs takes forever.

#freemotionquilting #quilting #practice #feathers
The image shows a quilting project in progress, featuring a square of off-white fabric with an intricate black-stitched design, possibly a feather or leaf motif, placed on a larger piece of red fabric. Next to it, there's a roll of white batting and a pair of small, red-handled scissors. In the background, a vintage Bernina 1031 sewing machine is visible next to a patchwork quilt, suggesting that the project is being worked on in a sewing or crafting environment. The design on the fabric square appears to be complex and detailed, indicating careful and skilled work.
April 14, 2025 at 12:20 AM
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Day 47, finally made a dent in my sewing room of chaos. A tiny fender bender, but I was able to get a bit of practice done after a week of trying to organize. Something small and not my best work, free advice - it really does help when you do it daily.

#freemotionquilting #quilting #it'sbeenaweek
The image shows a long, rectangular piece of fabric with a detailed, swirling feather design stitched onto it. The design is primarily in black thread on a light gray and off-white swirl patterned background, creating a striking contrast. The feather pattern is intricate, with many small, overlapping curves and lines that give it a textured and dynamic appearance. The fabric appears to be part of a larger quilting project, as evidenced by the pins along the edges, which are likely holding layers of fabric together. The stitching is dense and precise, indicating it was likely done by machine
April 12, 2025 at 1:59 AM
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Day 46, still organizing. My sewing room is in too much disarray for me to quilt currently.

Meanwhile here is a hand pieced quilt top I rescued at the thrift store today, along with a bag full of feed sack squares for $5. That blue diamond is killing me.

#quiltsky #quilting #rescuequilt
The image shows a Philadelphia Pavement Patchwork Quilt, characterized by its geometric pattern of squares and diamonds. This type of quilt is made by sewing together small pieces of fabric, often in contrasting colors and patterns, to create a larger design. The quilt in the image features a central diamond shape in yellow and red, surrounded by concentric borders of alternating colors and patterns, including blue, gray, and a mix of red and white polka dots. The overall effect is a visually striking and intricate design, showcasing the craftsmanship and artistry of quilt-making.
April 10, 2025 at 1:06 AM
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Day 45, still sidetracked. 90% of my quilting fabric has been ironed, folded and organized. Still have the closet of shame full of fashion fabrics to deal with and I need to let go of a few sewing machines (I do not need 6) but I'm getting there. No sewing today.

#sewingroom #orginization
The image shows a white IKEA Kallax shelf unit used to organize fabric and sewing supplies. The shelf contains: Fabric: Neatly folded stacks of fabric in various colors and patterns are arranged in several compartments, some folded around comic book boards to maintain shape. Sewing Books and Patterns: Sewing-related books and patterns are visible, including one with the title "HATS." Storage Baskets and Boxes: Woven baskets and clear plastic boxes hold smaller fabric pieces and notions. Sewing Machine and Supplies: A sewing machine and a roll of pattern paper are placed on a table to the left of the shelf. Overall Arrangement: The items are arranged in a way that maximizes space and allows for easy access. The color coordination of the fabrics adds to the visual appeal of the storage system.
April 8, 2025 at 1:41 AM
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Day 43, I got sidetracked after losing my seam ripper for the tenth time. I am absolute shit at organizing or keeping track of things. So I started folding and ironing fabric. Eventually found my seam ripper ( and two more). No sewing was accomplished.

#quilting #sewing #disorganized #adhdsucks
The image shows a collection of folded fabric pieces in various colors, neatly arranged on a shelf. The fabric pieces are predominantly solid-colored, ranging from warm tones like orange, brown, and yellow to cooler shades of purple, pink, and blue. The fabric appears to be of different materials and textures, with some pieces looking like felt or wool and others resembling cotton or linen. In the foreground, a stack of bright orange fabric is placed horizontally, with a small, vintage-looking box resting on top of it. The box has an illustration of people on it and the word "Traveler" is visible. The fabric pieces are stacked vertically behind the orange stack, creating a colorful backdrop. The overall composition is well-organized and visually appealing, suggesting a fabric store or a crafter's storage space. The lighting is even and bright, highlighting the colors and textures of the fabrics.
April 6, 2025 at 1:46 AM
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Day 44. Plan was to finish quilting the back of the bomber jacket but after 2 hours of playing with different designs, none of which I was happy with, I gave up and did a few practice squares instead.

Maybe tomorrow I will have better luck.

#freemotionquilting #quilting #tryagaintomorrow
The image shows a close-up of a white fabric with four quilt blocks stitched onto it using blue thread. The blocks are arranged in a square, with three blocks forming an L-shape and the fourth block placed on top of the corner where the L meets. The stitching patterns within each block vary: Top-right block: Features a feather-like design. Left block: Contains a larger, more elaborate feather pattern. Bottom-center block: Displays a diagonal arrangement of feather patterns. Bottom-right block: Shows a meandering, wavy pattern. The stitching is dense and detailed, creating a textured appearance on the fabric.
April 5, 2025 at 1:25 AM
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Day 43 - They can't all be winners. Sometimes you need to have a few drinks and drive fast with no particular destination in mind - while listening to songs of your youth. Under the Big Black Sun by X tonight.

#freemotionquilting #quilting #theycan'tallbebeautiful #Underthebigblacksun
The image shows a pair of Gingher G-8 knife edge chrome sewing scissors placed on a piece of fabric with a complex, swirling stitched design. The scissors are positioned on the left side of the frame, lying diagonally with the blades pointing upwards and slightly to the right. The fabric design, occupying the right side and extending partially behind the scissors, features dense, meandering lines in dark thread, creating a textured, almost topographical effect. The fabric is a light, off-white color, providing a neutral backdrop that highlights the contrast of the stitching and the metallic sheen of the scissors. The overall composition suggests a focus on the tools and techniques of textile art, with the scissors serving as a prominent element against the backdrop of the stitched design.
April 4, 2025 at 1:37 AM
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Day 41, no sewing only ripping. Which is fine, I enjoy a bit of destruction when I'm cranky about abuses of power.

#sewing #quilting #ragequilting
The image shows a blue-handled seam ripper placed on a dark gray quilted fabric. The fabric features a pattern of stitched feathers in the corners and circular quilting in the center. The seam ripper is positioned horizontally across the fabric, with the metal blade end pointing slightly upwards. The handle is a bright, solid blue, and the end cap is off-white. The quilting stitches are white, contrasting with the dark fabric. The lighting is even, suggesting a well-lit environment, and the focus is sharp, highlighting the textures of the fabric and the details of the seam ripper.
April 2, 2025 at 2:26 AM
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Day 41. Started quilting the back of the bomber jacket then spilled my beer all over it. I'm done for today.

#sewing #McCall's7637 #quilting #holdmybeer
March 30, 2025 at 12:26 AM
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Day 38 of free motion quilting. Working on a miscut of the front of McCalls 7637 bomber jacket as a practice run.

It's a little much.

#sewing #quilting #freemotionquilting #mccalls7637 #quiltsky
The image shows a piece of mustard yellow fabric with intricate quilting. The quilting pattern features rows of scalloped lines forming a central design resembling stylized feathers or leaves, surrounded by triangular sections filled with swirling and floral patterns. The fabric is cut for the left front of McCalls 7637 bomber jacket. The overall aesthetic is detailed and textured, suggesting careful craftsmanship.
March 27, 2025 at 12:50 AM
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Day 37 - time for the quilted bomber jacket. Front jacket quilting audition part 1. Not sure if I love it and that's okay because I cut this piece incorrectly. I may go with something more simple, ah no I'm not going to do that - I know who I am.

#freemotionquilting #quilting #mccalls7636 #sewing
A close-up of a piece of mustard-yellow fabric, an incompleted jacket front, with a pair of silver scissors resting on top. The fabric features a complex, repeating stitched pattern of curved lines and geometric shapes, suggesting a quilted or embroidered design. The scissors are positioned with their blades open, indicating they were recently used to cut the fabric. The background is slightly blurred, with a workspace with other materials and tools nearby. The lighting is soft and even, highlighting the texture of the fabric and the details of the stitching.
March 26, 2025 at 3:02 AM
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Day 35 & 36. Finished the pillow, apparently I have forgotten how to install a zipper and am too stubborn to read a book or watch a tutorial because I know how to put a zipper in.

#quilting #quiltsky #freemotionquilting #marimekko #throwpillow
A rectangular throw pillow featuring the "Retro Quilter's Funkadelic Pattern". The pillow's design consists of overlapping, stylized floral shapes in shades of orange, pink, and purple, set against a darker purple background. The central motif is a large orange shape with a yellow circle at its core, surrounded by layers of pink and dark pink scalloped shapes. The stitching pattern is visible, adding texture and detail to the design. The pillow is placed on a white surface, and the background is a Marimekko fabric Roti with a gradient of orange, yellow and pink stripes. The overall aesthetic is retro and colorful,
March 23, 2025 at 12:20 AM
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Day 34 - finally feel confident enough to work on something I was worried about ruining. I'm out of black thread so I had to put the salty quilt aside for a moment. It's a pillowcase (or it will be someday), to match some old Marimekko.

#freemotionquilting #quiltsky #quilting #funkadelicquilt
A handmade quilt block featuring a geometric design with three yellow circles arranged vertically down the center against a background of orange and pink fabric. The orange sections surrounding the yellow circles are quilted with a dense, repeating pattern of curved lines, resembling feathers or leaves. The pink fabric forms the outer edges of the quilt. The overall design has a modern, abstract aesthetic, and the quilting technique adds texture and visual interest. The quilt appears to be well-crafted, suggesting it could be a decorative piece or part of a larger textile work. A handmade cotton quilt pillowcase featuring a geometric design with circles and rectangles in shades of purple, pink, orange, and yellow. The quilt is placed on top of another quilt with a black and white semi-circle pattern. The central design of the quilt consists of a vertical column of three yellow circles, each surrounded by an orange scalloped shape, set against a pink rectangular background. This central element is flanked by alternating blocks of purple and varying shades of pink, creating a symmetrical pattern. The edges of the quilt are trimmed with a thin yellow border, and the raw edges of the fabric are visible in some areas, suggesting it is a work in progress or has a rustic finish. The quilting stitches are visible, adding texture and detail to the piece. The overall aesthetic of the quilt is modern and vibrant, reminiscent of mid-century design
March 21, 2025 at 1:09 AM
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Day 33. Plodding away at the salty practice quilt. As I made it to practice I am really trying not to get bogged down in my mistakes.

My son saw it, laughed delightedly and immediately asked if he could have it, so that was high praise.

#freemotionquilting #quilting #quiltsky #saltyquilt
A black and white quilt featuring a repeating pattern of curved in the drunkard's path block spelling Fuck horizontally in alternating colors in three rows. The pattern is made up of alternating black and white blocks, each containing a semi-circular shape that extends to the edge of the block. The semi-circles are arranged in a way that creates a sense of movement and flow across the quilt. The quilting stitches add texture and detail, with different patterns used in the black and white areas. The overall design is modern and geometric, with a strong contrast between the black and white elements.
March 20, 2025 at 1:45 AM
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Day 32 I think.

Recovering from food poisoning, fresh spinach if you're curious. Or at least that's my best guess. Small project because yuck, that was unpleasant and exhausting.

#freemotionquilting #quilting #backtobed
A close-up of a quilting project in progress, featuring a Bernina sewing machine stitching intricate patterns onto a light yellow fabric. The design includes a large, stylized floral or fan-shaped motif in the center-right, a square frame filled with feather-like swirls on the left, and other partial designs around the edges. The stitching is done in blue thread, contrasting gently with the fabric. The lighting is bright, highlighting the texture of the fabric and the precision of the stitching.
March 19, 2025 at 12:20 AM
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Day 32. Low effort day, but I made something. I may finish the edges and make it a cat distraction square for when they are all over the fabric I am trying to cut. Applique attempt 2, used the wrong fusible webbing, lesson learned.
#feeemotionquilting #quiltsky #caturday #quilting
Blue mottled fabric cat silhouette applique on yellow fabric quilted with squiggly lines radiating outward from the cat.
March 16, 2025 at 1:37 AM