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Photograph by Tierney Barden 2015

Photograph by Tierney Barden 2015

Stir, Steep, Stitch

Settle in, as this is a place to tell stories in stitch; to share new ideas and bodies of work as they unfold; to connect with fiber enthusiasts and needle-wielding friends every where. 

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All the photographs on this website are taken by Tierney Barden, unless otherwise credited. You may use Tierney's photos, but kindly link back to this website. Thank you very much! 

Click the image to download my FREE Striped Octagon EPP template, and share what you make #tierneybarden. We'd all love to see!

Click the image to download my FREE Striped Octagon EPP template, and share what you make #tierneybarden. We'd all love to see!

Click the image to download my charm-friendly FREE Gingham for Giants quilt pattern! Share what you make #tierneybarden. We'd all love to see!

Click the image to download my charm-friendly FREE Gingham for Giants quilt pattern! Share what you make #tierneybarden. We'd all love to see!

Click the image to download my FREE "Winter Wonderland" Hexagon page from your desktop computer! You'll get 28 - 1" hexis each with an inspiring word celebrating what we love most about winter! Read this blog post for more information about printing…

Click the image to download my FREE "Winter Wonderland" Hexagon page from your desktop computer! You'll get 28 - 1" hexis each with an inspiring word or two celebrating winter! Read this blog post for more information about printing this PDF. #tierneybarden

Click the image to download my FREE "Girl Power" Hexagon page from your desktop computer! You'll get 28 - 1" hexis each with an inspiring word celebrating girl power! Read this blog post for more information about printing this PDF. #tierneybarden

Click the image to download my FREE "Girl Power" Hexagon page from your desktop computer! You'll get 28 - 1" hexis each with an inspiring word celebrating girl power! Read this blog post for more information about printing this PDF. #tierneybarden

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Project Linus
Fabrics used are, from the center out, Golden Age, Journey and Garnet.

Fabrics used are, from the center out, Golden Age, Journey and Garnet.

A Breath of Fresh Air

April 21, 2016

For me, spring time brings a renewed sense of energy and creativity. Last week, I gave in to trying a technique I'd been putting off for some time, English Paper Piecing. I'm smitten! I knew that would happen, which is why I was putting it off - thinking of it as a distraction rather than what it is, a floodgate to beautiful new ideas. Hours spent stitching lovely shapes together to form new, more intricate shapes have given way to some exciting quilt ideas, which I can't wait to share with you as they blossom. 

Fabrics used for these EPP's are, left to right, Journey and Tobacco; Lagoon, Natural and Golden Age; and finally, Lagoon and Lake.

Fabrics used for these EPP's are, left to right, Journey and Tobacco; Lagoon, Natural and Golden Age; and finally, Lagoon and Lake.

I made this Pinterest board for our inspiration, yours and mine. In the photo above, the center EPP is one of eight diamonds that make up the Flying Swallows block. It's an old pattern that I've actually had in my collection for years, (all the while, completely unfamiliar with EPP!), so when I found it the other day, I immediately made templates, chose fabrics and glued up all the pieces for one block. Positively addictive. The two stars in the above photo don't have a specific used yet, but will likely make their way into a piece at some point. The jewel and hexi shapes are so relaxing to stitch, they effortlessly come together as stars in about an hour.

If you're feeling inspired to give EPP a try, or to expand your skills, many beautiful books are available today.  All Points Patchwork by Diane Gilleland gave me the confidence to start EPP, providing excellent instruction, helpful photos and templates. The sheen and hand of our gorgeous sateen fabrics beg for EPP. Our colors work well together, and the Fat Quarters and Charms would be an especially handy way to begin your next EPP or applique.

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