Quilting is a journey, presenting many
opportunities to explore creativity. This present path has me exploring
thread – of all fiber and weight -and the delightful work that comes
from letting go and seeing what comes next. The endless possibilities
are exciting.
Teaching machine quilting is one of my
very favorite experiences. As the students begin to get the process and
understand how all of the components come together the excitement
builds. I work toward an understanding of how each component from
tension & needles to batting and fabric choices all effect machine
quilting and how minor adjustment will allow the machine quilting process
to flow more smoothly. ”You can do this!” is often spoken in class
with the gentle reminder that the process will take a little time and
that’s fine.
Writing and designing patters is an
exciting part of my Quilt Life that I’m honored to take part in. These
opportunities to share and teach and grow as a quilter.
I am Teri Lucas a…
wife married 19 years to the love of my life!
quilter for 18 years and can hardly wait to see what comes next!
machine quilting teacher currently teaching at Hartsdale Fabrics in Hartsdale, NY
Artists Statement:
Spontaneous serendipity describes my path of quilting in my two most recent series of quilts. The City series and the Serendipity series push the traditional boundaries of whole cloth quilt making. These unique quilts explore how thread, color and fiber affects the overall design of the quilt. This approach flows into my teaching as I encourage students to venture beyond their initial impressions and see where that may lead them in their quilting adventures.
Award Winning Quilts
2009 “Twilight in the Bronx” 2nd place Dutchess Heritage Quilt Show,
Honorable Mention A Quilters Gathering
2008 “When Alex & Jinny met in NY, Beauty Happened” 2nd place Maine Quilts
Pattern Designer
Marcus Brothers
Provence Flannel
Wild Style
Floralane
RitDye
Shibori Valance
Shibori Squared Pillow
Shibori Pot Holder
Shibori Grocery Tote
Shibori Twist Quilt
Pattern Tester
Benartex
Publications
2011 Quilting Arts article Feb/Mar 2011 Effective Practice for Free-Motion Quilting
2011 The Quilt Life April Be Our Guest Finding Your Quilterly Voice
2010 Fons & Porter Love of Quilting Nov/Dec Jazzy Stars with Sarah Vedeler
2010 Machine Quilting Unlimited “Moon Over Manhattan”
2010 The Quilt Life August Be Our Guest What do you do when…
2009 International Quilt Festival November Quilt Scene article Machine Quilting: Starting Right
Television
2011 Fons & Porter Episode 1705 Jazzy Stars with Sarah Vedeler
2009 Quilting Arts TV Episode 503 Machine Quilting tips & Hints
