This quilt was an experiment in reverse applique. I put the orange for the butterflies down first, then I put black over the top. I appliqued around the outside of the black, capturing the orange inside. Then I cut slits and opened up the wings. I know it's hard to see, but the white spots are seed beads that I added after the quilt was finished. The little things in the middle are the cocoons. I call this quilt "Metamorphosis".

wow. That's just amazing! I think you should send it to my house for a closer inspection and it might just get lost in the mail on the way back *wink* lol

Wow. That is beautiful.

This is a very beautiful quilt. The colors are vibrant and make the butterflies appear like they could fly off the cloth. Great workmanship. Thank you for sharing.

Beautiful job.

beautiful!

i like this - beautiful

Really beautiful...don't let my DD see it!

Oh I love it!!

That is beautiful. It makes me think of lovely summer afternoons.

That is absolutely gorgeous. How in the world did you do that ? I have never done reverse applique - did you follow a pattern or is this your own design ? Can you recommend a tutorial on the tecnique ?

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

wow that is beautiful.....

Wow, this is spectacular!

This is beautiful and I can visualise the beads... I love beading on quilts, just a little adds so much. And the name is great - I'm working on a Metamorphosis of my own at the moment in a One Block Wonder!

you are unbelievably tallented AND FAST :shock:

Normally I am not "into" butterfly quilts, but this is AWESOME! The seed beads make them look so real, and the cocoons are really cool. Your creativity amazes me!! :thumbup:

Thank you - I'll check it out.

Very very pretty!

Beautiful!!

Beautiful, wonderful work!

Stunning quilt! I love monarchs...they come through here on their migration and just cover the trees.

Oh beautful.....love the colors!!!

WOW! I am speechless. Wonderful job and so inspiring.

cool!

Absolutely beautiful

That is just sooooo pretty...I could sit at my desk and look at it all day long.

Darcy--this is beautiful! The handwork extras are nice touches!

Simply stunning - WOW!

That's a very special piece--wonderful work.

Beautiful!

Beautiful - would like to see a closer pic of the butterflies.

Wow! Beautiful. My late Mom loved butterflies and so do I.

Thanks for sharing.

oh my....gorgeous!!! You make me want to try reverse applique......maybe......well..maybe not...but I'm impressed with yours!! Beautiful!

Enchanting. Now I have another technique to learn! Love the beads.

That is very pretty. So much motion going on.

Absolutely Beautiful! I love that it isn't just a pretty quilt, it's a story as well... just perfect!

WOW That is one Beautiful Quilt
Ada

This is gorgeous!!! I must try my hand at reverse applique someday.

Beautiful work. I love it so cheery.