The quilts are an expression of my heart’s pull towards water, towards adventures, and my desire to feel comforted and warm in the coziness of a soft blanket. Most quilts feature places near and dear to my heart where I’ve got fond memories, while others are places I hope to explore some day. While I wouldn’t suggest these being the only map you bring on an adventure, they are pretty accurate representations of each area.
All quilts in this series are made using applique and the quilting to feature the topographical and bathymetic lines of the area. Most are entirely made by hand, a labor of love in and of itself.
Rock Harbor, Isle Royale Quilt
Double gauze cotton fabric, bamboo batting, cotton pearl 8 weight thread. 46” x 72”. Needle-turn appliqué with hand quilting. 2024
This quilt is of the northern end of Isle Royale, an island in Lake Superior.
Received a “Show Faculty Award” from Karlee Porter during the 2024 MN Quilt Show in Duluth, MN!
Included with the ribbon, Karlee included the following note:
“Shea, your quilt “Rock Harbor, Isle Royale” is so incredible and you should be so proud. I love your incredible use of handiwork and non-traditional materials. The fact that you made a quilt that is functional yet totally gorgeous enough to hand on a wall and adorn a room, provide beauty and conversation…is an incredible talent. Seeing your quilt moved me, and I felt even more of your passion after reading your statement. Well done!”
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Porcupine Lake Quilt
Double gauze cotton fabric, bamboo batting, cotton pearl 8 weight thread. 46” x 72”. Needle-turn appliqué with hand quilting. 2024.
This quilt is inspired by the Porcupine Lake Wilderness Area in northern Wisconsin, one of my favorite places to spend time.
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Apostle Islands Quilt
Double gauze cotton fabric, bamboo batting, cotton pearl 8 weight thread. 46” x 72”. Needle-turn appliqué with hand quilting. 2025.
This quilt shows the Apostle Islands on Lake Superior.
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Madeline Island Quilt
Double gauze cotton fabric, bamboo batting, cotton pearl 8 weight thread. 46” x 72”. Needle-turn appliqué with hand quilting. 2024.
This quilt features Madeline Island on Lake Superior.
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Little Souix River Quilt
Double gauze cotton fabric, bamboo batting, cotton pearl 8 weight thread. 46” x 72”. Needle-turn appliqué with hand quilting. 2023.
This quilt features a friend’s land which has the Little Souix River running through it.
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Kickapoo River Quilt
Double gauze cotton fabric, bamboo batting, cotton pearl 8 weight thread. 46” x 72”. Needle-turn appliqué with hand quilting. 2024.
This quilt features the Kickapoo River in the driftless area of southwestern Wisconsin.