Lisa Watson Blog
‘It’s always a hard decision what to do with the clothes of a loved one after they have passed away, especially shirts which have been worn for many years, and which become part of a person’s persona, are hard to simply recycle. My decision to ask Lisa Watson to turn my husband Steve’s shirts and ties into a memory quilt is one of the best solutions I have found to solve this dilemma. It’s wonderfulness to fall asleep and wake up underneath a quilt full of lovely memories.’
Read Marijke’s full review on my website, plus find lots more bespoke project info, on my commission pages
Onward with our new week (and month!)
Bring on the sunshine too 🤩
On the hottest days of the year so far
I’m off course stitching new
Harris Tweed Patchwork Cushion stock
For all my forthcoming autumn & winter fairs
❤️ my job
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Sunday 16th June is Father’s Day and here at By Lisa Watson (that’s me!) there are lots of Made in the UK unique gift ideas for your favourite older man from Bespoke Patchwork Quilts to one of a kind Harris Tweed Patchwork Cushions or delicious British Made Heirloom Wool Blankets.
My on-line shop is always open, so you can browse and shop via the links x
P.S Free GB P&P!
Read MoreOne of a kind bespoke quilt commissions are always welcome.
I am truly thankful to have had another busy year in 2023 stitching bespoke quilt commissions. Here are just some of the quilts (& cushions) I stitched last year:
If you wish me to make you a quilt from cherished old clothes, or from your own special stash of fabric, I can work with you to design a quilt to the size&style that fits you&your home. I can also stitch a quilt (-floor cushion-tent-laptop cover-you decide) as a special gift to celebrate a significant event, or I can make a personalised quilt just for you or for a loved one.
Click the page links to view unique quilt commissions including Memory quilts, Baby quilts, Wedding quilts and Harris Tweed patchwork quilts
Onward…& do get in touch to discuss your quilt commission ideas further.
Read MoreThree Patchwork Quilts stitched from quality shirting fabrics, all made in the UK
I like to use strip patchwork, which originated in NE England, as it has a utilitarian vibe
Lightweight one of a kind double to king sized quilts that will keep any night time chills at bay (if the great British summer weather does throw us a curve ball…) and will brighten up your bed, sofa, swing, balcony or veranda!
Three truly unique strip patchwork quilts, stitched with traditional shirting fabrics:
The first strip quilt is stitched with muted colours, in finely woven cotton and wools, with a soft grey brushed cotton backing and edging fabric. This quilt has been quilted using ‘stitch in the ditch’ tramline machine stitch.
The second strip quilt uses bright striped cotton shirting fabric to create a summery vibe. This quilt is backed and edged with a traditional oxford shirting blue fabric and is quilted using hand tied embroidery threads.
The third strip quilt uses similar joyful stripy fabrics as the second quilt, but is distinctly different due to a smaller width of strips, is backed and edged in more shirting fabrics and has been quilted using ‘stitch in the ditch’ tramline machine stitch.
These quilts are made from *deadstock fabrics from Acorn fabrics which were made in the UK, so they are better for the environment as well as being the best handmade quilt price for you.
*deadstock fabrics are leftover materials from previous productions or unsold stock from textile mills and apparel manufacturers. They are usually high quality materials that would otherwise be wasted and end up in landfills or incinerated.
Interested? Find your new summer quilt here
Or, if you wish me to stitch your own unique patchwork quilt? See my one of a kind bespoke commissions page for more information.
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I’m thrilled to be part of the Spring Market for the fun&friendly Pop-Up In The Palm House from Friday 12th through to Sunday 14th April. Click the link to catch up with you there x
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All my lighter weight, handmade, one of a kind double bed sized Cotton Quilts
Stitched in my signature strip patchwork
As seen here
Plus, all of my Quilted Quilts
These Quilts will still keep any night time chills at bay
While also brightening up your bed, sofa, swing, balcony or veranda!
Not long now though until European Summer Time begins on Sunday, 31st March, (it’s also Easter Day!)
I hope you have an enjoyable and restful holiday weekend x
P.S I’m popping up at Pop Up In The Palm House Spring Market in Sefton Park, Liverpool from Friday 12th through to Sunday 14th April
Then, on Friday 7th June, I am excited to be booked in for The Night Market in Edinburgh
Maybe, see you there?
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For the last couple of weeks
The 🌞 has (mostly?) been out
And it feels as if
Spring has Sprung
I’m ever the optimist 😏
The sunny outlook
Reminded me of this fav image of my original Tana Lawn Liberty Print patchwork quilts
Nothing like these joyful prints
To lift the spirits no end
Not long now though until European Summer Time begins on Sunday, 31st March, (it’s also Easter Day!) and if you fancy treating your ma for Mothering Sunday (on 10th March), or are in need of some colour therapy yourself, By Lisa Watson (that’s me!) made in GB textiles for the home will brighten up your interiors, as well as keep you warm & cosy.
P.S This month I am taking part in the enjoyable @joannehawker#marchmeetthemaker challenge on Instagram, so if you have a moment do check out @lisawatso for my daily updates…
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Still a bit chilly out there though…Hope you have been taking care in any wintry conditions and keeping warm?
If an excuse were needed to treat yourself my British Made Wool blankets are the perfect gift for the other half – pal – pet – or yourself – on the 14th February, or on special calendar days, even high days and holidays x
Cosy up and keep warm with By Lisa Watson quilts, blankets and more for your home