HARLEQUIN BLOCKS
Though Harlequin today is known by its distinct diamondinspired
pattern, Harlequin’s roots started in Italian Renaissance!
Known as jesters, and witty tricksters, the Harlequin costumes
were made from fabric scraps that featured the quintessential
pattern. In the mid-twentieth century, the pattern was revived
by the fashion industry, and of course remains popular today
in quilting.
The harlequin pattern of this collection may be the most eyecatching
part of this quilt, but the trapunto is the main event!
Each block features simple patterns, lifted with extra layers
of batting and highlighted by the ornate echo stitches. In this
tutorial, even if you have never even heard of trapunto, we will
guide you every step of the way making it quick and easy for
everyone from novice to advanced embroiderers.
Steph Centeno
Anita Goodesign, Inc.
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