Hustle and bustle of an African market

Hustle and bustle of an African market is the idea behind this quilt. When they say it's so busy, I reply: it's an African market. All movement is from left to right and back again, so I have added the beads to echo the movement.

I included some strips of Chinese silk fabric to represent the influence that China has in Africa. The machine stitching reflects African design and motifs.

The top visual shows a close-up detail of the quilt, the bottom visual is a full image of the quilt on a purple background.

Vibrant African square

I would like to believe I am going to make all the Christmas presents and not gift any store bought items, so this is the start. A little square quilted cushion. I would love to keep it but will give it away or I won't have gifts to give.