Still quilting over here

I have a couple of small finishes to share, 

starting with this silk infinity scarf for a friend

who purchased a dress made from Liberty Art Fabrics on sale

but didn't wear it because it needed some alterations.

I used the sleeves, the front and the skirt panels to make 

a soft, drapey scarf which she loves.

Not sure what to do with the leftover polyester lining though.

I've also been on the road, and one recent stop was Toronto for Quilt Canada 2017,

where I saw M-R Charbonneau's Canada 150 display.

I saw her work on it via her blog and IG feed,

and I was pleased to see it in person.

I purchased a patchwork-y green knitted wool poncho/scarf

from Henrietta Park while visiting London last month

and saw a quilt or two at Dover Castle in England.

I know it's a recent make, but I love the strong colours

and improvisational piecing.

I also made some VW van pouches using a novelty print

sent by Heidi from Germany and fabric from the ripped canvas tent 

from our own VW camper van.

And another set of small finishes: seven luggage tags in bright colours

for the last trip and any future identification needs.

I'm linking up to other Friday finishers here and here.

All zipped up

  I've been upcycling upholstery samples into zipper bags lately, adding zippers from my stock of 10 cent zippers and using up metres of twill tape from a factory sized roll, all in the name of charity.

These 38 bags go up for sale this weekend at the Mennonite Central Committee quilt show and sale.  All proceeds go to MCC's international relief and development work. 

I've had fun playing with these colours and I hope potential buyers find one or two they can love and take home. 

I've got several quilts hanging in the show and after I help to hang the show tomorrow I'll get some pix to share here.