Lisa Watson Blog
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Quilts by Lisa Watson is now online with
http://makethemostof.co.uk/sellers/shop-by-brand/quilts-by-lisa-watson
Quilts by Lisa Watson is an artisan based quilt making business, creating unique and beautiful 100% British made patterned quilts. Lisa Watson’s handmade unique quilt collection all feature Harris Tweed, Velvet and vintage or retro inspired designer cotton fabrics. Lisa’s handmade ‘strip’ quilts make fabulous heirlooms for generations to come.
These luxurious quilts all have a contemporary twist and can be used in a number of ways within the home. Every quilt, whether it is a vintage or retro style you favour, are ideal as a quilted throw, bedspread or as an item of luxury bedding. These quilts make great home accessory gifts and are excellent thoughtful wedding presents.
Lisa uses fabrics and trimmings supplied by British firms and all her quilts are stitched in Manchester. Quilts by Lisa Watson are individually priced at £410 including mainland UK delivery, to reflect the quality of fabrics she uses and the time, love and care she takes to make each one of her beautiful individual quilts.
Quilts by Lisa Watson have five zinging colour-ways to brighten up your home, as well as keep you cosy and warm. Stitched in the finest Harris Tweed, backed with velvet from British Velvets Limited, these patterned quilts are then, also edged in British fabrics by traditional Colefax and Fowler, retro Angie Lewin, contemporary Tinsmiths and rising star Annabel Perrin. These quilted throws are heritage quilts that are made to last.
Lisa Watson says of her designer quilts; “My quilts will warm your body and comfort your soul”.
Here are some of the recent Make the Most of blog posts that include Quilts by Lisa Watson
http://makethemostof.co.uk/blog/new-season-buys-youll-love-forever/
http://makethemostof.co.uk/blog/make-home-colourful-cosy/
http://makethemostof.co.uk/blog/new-year-new-website-lovely-new-finds-indulge/
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issue twenty-three dec14/jan15 of oh comely magazine is on the newstands NOW.
Find oh comely in WHSmith, Paperchase and many more reputable newsagents..
This is the Great Indoors issue and one of my fabulous Harris Tweed patchwork cushion is included in a patchwork of patterns…lovely things made of many pieces.
For a chance to win something you’ll want to keep for forever, (perhaps a one of a kind Harris Tweed patchwork cushion?) write to free@ohcomely.co.uk and tell us about your best loved and most tattered possession. N.B Harris Tweed, when made into cushions, gets better with age and can no way be described as tattered unless really really old and much loved and used over generations x
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Last week Quilts by Lisa Watson were in Harrogate, showing at The Country Living Christmas Fair. We were situated close to the Country Living stand, nestled beside the VIP lounge, and the craft theatre. It was busy and bustling throughout. Thanks to everyone who stopped by for a chat, as that’s what makes these events for me.
You can stay in touch with Fair developments, including competitions and exhibitor news, by visiting The Country Living website; http://www.countrylivingfair.com/harrogate/
Read MoreKeep warm and stylish this winter like Rosa the dog and Rufus the cat by wrapping up in a Quilt By Lisa Watson. Join our mailing list before 31st Dec 2014 to win our festive giveaway.
The winner will be notified at the beginning of 2015 and will be sent not one but two One of a kind colourful Harris Tweed cushions to brighten up their home. Good Luck!
Quilts by Lisa Watson are now stocked in Things British 
– independent shops with British handcrafted gifts.
Things British shops are at two impressive London locations; St Pancras train station on The Grand Terrace & in Greenwich on Turpin Lane.
Recently I had an opportunity to visit the Things British shop at St Pancras and see my quilts in situ.
Here are some more details, so you can go and have a look see as well https://www.thingsbritish.co.uk/index.php/retail-shop-info
Read MoreHere is a small snapshot of just some of the exhibitors at last Saturdays Home Is In The North, including Quilts by Lisa Watson
Here’s all of the Home Is In The North2 exhibitors http://www.eventsbythesocialbutterfly.com/events/home-north-2/
Home Is In The North is a unique collective of independent designer-makers and boutique Homeware brands from across the north, devised and co-ordinated by the delightful Rachael from http://www.eventsbythesocialbutterfly.com/
Read MoreTravelling independent interiors event, Home Is In The North is returning to
Halle St Peters, visit Ancoats, Manchester on Saturday 15th November, 11am – 4pm.
http://www.eventsbythesocialbutterfly.com/events/home-north-2/
Following the huge success of our Spring launch event, we look forward to inspiring Manchester’s interior enthusiasts by showcasing our previous exhibitors latest works as well as introducing a whole host of fresh and exciting talent from the Northern design scene.
Working with a unique collective of designers and artists, nesting between the Midlands and Scottish boarder, we look forward to showcasing a handpicked curation of modernized traditional crafts and art forms. Expect to see intricate wirework, typography, up-cycled furniture, illustration, bespoke lighting, ceramics and more!
Home Is In The North is proud to once again partner with Manchester Craft and Design Centre , Ministry of Craft and The Skinny Magazine who all share our ethos in supporting emerging artists and designer-makers.
In addition to being an exclusive, one-off shopping event, visitors will have the exciting opportunity to take part in complimentary creative workshops, master classes and talks. Information regarding online bookings coming soon.
And if, as if, you need any more Home is In the North info, have a look see at my previous blog; https://www.quiltsbylisawatson.co.uk/2014/04/
Read MoreThank you to James Rippon on Homify for featuring Quilts by Lisa Watson in his Cosy Textiles post https://www.homify.co.uk/ideabooks/9801/cosy-textiles
With winter on our doorstep, slowly making an unwelcome appearance into our lives once again, we gradually stop venturing outside as much, choosing to curl up inside, avoiding at all costs, that initial smack of cold that winter likes to give us the moment we open the front door. Sometimes, no matter how much we turn the heating up, frost still builds up on the windows, and the cool air creeps inside without an invitation. The best remedy for this is undoubtedly warm and soft textiles, in the forms of blankets, rugs, linens, and pillows, that help warm our bodies and our minds, and give a warm visual feeling to the interior.
Not all fabrics are suited for colder days. Winter textiles need to be soft to touch, as we will be holding them close to our bodies! They must also be able to retain heat; wool being the perfect example. After all, this is how sheep stay warm during the cool months in the highlands! Colour also plays a large factor, whether we are conscious of it or not. Soft whites, tones of beige, and pale colour tones are naturally inviting to touch and wrap up in. Winter textiles also call for intricate patterns, and different weaving methods, for added texture and comfort...
Patchwork is a form of needlework that involves sewing together smaller pieces of fabric, to come together in one larger design. Patchwork quilts, for example, have a special presence about them, one that is hard to define or explain. Either way, if the cat thinks they are comfortable, then there must be something snug about them.
If the cat thinks they’re soft…
It was all slightly twisted last weekend, but in a good way…Halloween was the hottest day since records began and Selvedge Winter Fair was on at Chelsea Old Town Hall. Thankfully there was a cool breeze in the ante room, where Quilts by Lisa Watson was situated, with plenty of traffic to and from the refreshments. (Gin o’clock was particularly appreciated on Friday evening.) Quite a delicious mix too of exhibitors too http://www.selvedge.org/events/fairs/exhibitors/?event-id=296
