Doubletree Fiber Arts was created in response to my fascination with various fiber arts for decades, since the 1980’s, which began with learning to spin yarns from wool, cotton, and a multitude of fibers for knitting and weaving. I then advanced into weaving, knitting and crocheting numerous wearable items and home décor. I began learning the art of quilting in 2008 and have since acquired an Innova 22” long arm quilting machine with 12 ft. frame, in 2014 and in 2021 I added a 26”, 12 ft. long computerized long arm quilting machine. I have experienced the adventure of creating my own quilts as well as providing a quilting service to numerous customers, completing their quilt tops into usable quilts, in a multitude of styles that includes traditional quilts, modern quilts, baby blankets, T - Shirt quilts, memory quilts, etc. I am also experienced in repairing and restoring aged quilts to new found uses as cozy quilts and/or wall hangings for display. Some of my work can be found in the gallery pictures displayed on this website. Doubletree Fiber Arts is located on the Doubletree Ranch, which raises organic hay for sale and for feeding to the dozen Haflinger draft horses on site.
Yoga Mats:
I have created a line of cotton yoga mats. These mats come as whole cloth front and back with three layers of batting between them in numerous free motion quilting designs used that highlight the aspects of the materials used. Many have corduroy or heavy cloth backings and are rugged and well built. These yoga mats also include rubber mesh corners on the backside to help keep them from slipping if used on smooth surfaces. No foam or polyurethane materials are used in their production. These whole cloth yoga mats are priced at $140 each. Each mat is different in colors and materials used. There are three sizes, Short (70” long for persons 4-5’ tall), standard ( 80” long for persons 5-6 ft. tall). For persons greater than 6 ft. tall, custom made mats can be ordered directly. Be sure and get one that fits your body size. I like to see a yoga mat be at least 10 inches longer than your body height so that your body does not extend beyond the confines of the mat. All mats are 30” wide, which gives ample room to stretch from side to side without rolling off the mat and compact enough to be rolled up and secured with the elastic band that holds the mat in a roll. I can also produce a custom yoga mat specific to your favorites colors or designs and/or mats using organic cotton cloth/designs, just call with your specs and a price will be quoted to you. Each mat is unique and can be individualized to your own color preferences and/or design specifications. I will be posting these unique designs on the website and updating the blog when they become available. I am also creating a line of yoga mats using organic cloth and organic batting for an even more specialized feature.
Baby Blankets:
Doubletree Fiber Arts is also producing a variety of Infant/baby crib quilts and blankets, which will be constantly changing as to styles and designs available. You will need to watch the site or blog for the newest creations offered for sale and their price. There will be many styles, designs and sizes represented. Some of these will also be produced using organic fabrics and batting. We can also make custom crib sheets to match the quilts/blankets.
Memory Quilts/T-shirt Quilts/Wall Hangings
Memory quilts, Tee shirt quilts or wall hangings to commemorate your life or the life of a loved one, using tee shirts, clothing items, cloth keepsakes, photos (that can be printed on cloth), all put together into one completed item. These can commemorate the passing of a friend, family member, the celebration of a lifetime (sporting events, music interests, etc. ), or a variety of family events. You would provide me with the clean clothing items you wish to be used in your quilts. They will be cut and sewn together in a random design based on the logo’s and/or materials provided. I will use a fusible stabilizer for items that are thin or very stretchable for stability. The completed quilt top will be custom quilted based on the blocks design that fits it best with backing fabric and batting added. Binding will then be added to complete it. Please look at the information on my Quilting Service for additional services you may need to complete your quilt, as to backings, binding, batting, special threads and quilting costs. You may provide me with the batting and backing when you provide the Tee shirts and/or cloth items you want in the quilt. I made several memory quilts and pillows last year from clothing of persons that had passed away that were very lovingly received. The memory quilts can be made in all sizes from lap quilts to king size quilts. Call for a quote, which would include cutting, piecing and sewing together the quilted top, quilting the finished top and binding it. I can add material for sashing between the Tee shirts or for borders if requested or needed to make the quilt larger or to highlight/complement the materials provided. Additional materials used will be charged at cost for sashings, borders and bindings. Labels with names or sayings or anything of personal nature can be added as well. You can call and/or email and we can discuss your ideas and needs.