Nordic Wings Pattern

Name: Nordic Wings Pattern
Brand: Primitive Gatherings
SKU: PRI-2090
Price: 15.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$15.00

By Primitive Gatherings

Soar into something spectacular with Nordic Wings, one of Lisa Bongean’s most stunning wool appliqué patterns from Primitive Gatherings. Lisa is a true master of primitive-style wool work, and Nordic Wings showcases her signature beauty — bold, graphic shapes, a rich and elegant colorway, and the deeply satisfying slow-stitch experience that wool appliqué lovers cherish.

At just $15, this is an exceptional value for a wall hanging or home décor piece that will look like a million dollars. A wonderful addition to any handmade home.

What’s included:

Complete wool appliqué pattern with full-size templates
Step-by-step instructions with color placement guide
Fabric and wool requirements

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Nordic Wings Pattern

My Story

I grew up in Hawaii, where I was always captivated by the bold, two‑color Hawaiian quilts. My mother insisted that all her daughters take sewing classes the summer after sixth grade — a skill that served us well through high school. Money was tight, but sewing allowed me to make my own prom dresses and school clothes, and that sense of creativity and independence never left me.

In the 1990s, I discovered a picture of a Grandmother’s Flower Garden quilt in a library book, and that moment sparked my lifelong love of quilting. I began collecting books and fabric, though I didn’t complete my first quilt until around 2010 — a special one for my dad.

Between raising my children and working full‑time, quilting often had to wait. But when my sons left for college and the world slowed down during Covid, I returned to my decades‑old Grandmother’s Flower Garden project. As I stitched, I noticed my seams were uneven, which inspired me to design a notched template — now called the Plexi‑Hexi™. That simple idea led to my Etsy shop and eventually to this new chapter: QuiltingJoyPDX.

I still consider myself a confident beginner, always learning new techniques (thank goodness for YouTube!). My shop continues to evolve, and I’m focusing on beginner‑friendly quilts and tools that make quilting approachable and fun.

In a couple of years, I’ll retire from my “day job” and spend my days surrounded by fabric, color, and creativity — something I’m truly looking forward to.
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