Repurposed.... Angel # 2

Angel #2
The tree topper idea continues with a second angel. It also begins as a flat half circle. There are 4 layers stacked: crepe, 2 layers of batting, and muslin. It is quilted and shaped into a cone base to form the angel. This tree topper features asymmetrical designs both front and back. The seam of the cone is hidden first with a 3-demensional rose ribbon trim that follows the seam diagonally from the front to the back. On the lower cone front a fabric folded origami flower, studded centrally with beads is placed slightly off center and balanced with two rose ribbon flowers on its lower left side. A silver leaf trim also runs at a slight angle off to the right side of the cone front. On the back of the angel, beaded bridal lace salvaged from sleeves of a wedding dress is placed in pieces starting at the lower left side and wrapped around to just beyond the cone’s center back meeting the rose ribbon flower trim. The wings are constructed in one piece, quilted in free motion style and edged with fur. The wing attaches to the upper cone back and is blended with a small piece of beaded bridal lace. Wings are secured to each side of the angel. A 3 dimension curve in the wings is attained by a subtle gathering stitch along the side edge, hidden by the fur trim and basted in place. Fur trim also edges the bottom of the cone and an heirloom spoon represents the angel’s material form.