Elizabeth Hartman is an artist. But unlike most artists, she doesn’t use pen and paper to create her gorgeous art – she uses fabric, threads, and scissors. Elizabeth is a quilter.
Quilting has been around for centuries, and those of us who are familiar with the craft probably think of it as something Grandma likes to do in her spare time. But Hartman has a whole new take on this traditional craft, which brings it straight into the 21st century.
Hartman creates her own designs and makes quilts that depict the natural world. Each design focuses on a different part of that world: one quilt is about forest animals, another is about sea creatures. The animals are made of bright, colorful fabrics that give each a unique personality. Together they create a beautiful, happy quilt that can decorate a bed or hang on a wall, bringing a splash of color to any room.
Hartman doesn’t just make those blankets for herself – she’s a quilt designer, and sells her designs online, so that everybody can buy and make their own version of her quilts.
Scroll down to take a look at Hartman’s colorful creation – maybe you’ll get inspired to pick up a needle and thread yourself!
