Marcia Dionne
Fabrics
I have been quilting for around 35 years - it started as a dare from my husband. I read that there was a 6-week quilting class offered at a local high school through an adult education program. I had no sewing background and thought it would be fun and get me out of the house at bedtime! Gary rolled his eyes and asked, “ Was I serious?” Well, I was then!
I found a new challenge, and a new chapter began. We were making a 4-square wall hanging, and I bought purple, inexpensive fabric. It was finished in six weeks and was better than I thought possible! (It still hangs in my house.)
And I was hooked! I made quilts for everyone, initially they were pieced and tied ,and then I learned the art of long arm quilting. I learned about quality fabrics and became obsessed with colors, books, and more fabric.
I love making a large quilt and seeing it on someone's bed. Making fun things to add to your home has become a part of my daily routine. Baby quilts are a joy to create, along with cloth children's books are a new creation.
Colorful quilt with chicken designs, bordered by yellow and polka dot fabric, draped over a black surface.
Several fabric pouches with colorful patterns, including cherry print and a floral design, resting on a wooden surface with a purple and blue gradient background.
A colorful quilt with a diamond lattice pattern featuring various shades of blue, green, yellow, and cream fabric pieces, laid out on a dark patterned carpet.
A colorful quilted tote bag hanging on a hook against a white door.
Colorful quilt with fabric strips in various bright colors and patterns, laid out on a table.
Quilt with winter sports themed patterns and text, featuring snowflakes, skis, snowboards, and the words 'SKI,' 'SNOW,' 'ICE,' and 'FROST' in blue, black, and red colors.
Red Sox themed quilt with a matching pillow on a living room couch.
A quilt with a geometric pattern of purple, blue, and cream-colored squares.

