Jamie Fingal Featured in Quilting Arts Holiday

By Seasonal Stitches Magazine

In November 2021, renowned quilt and mixed-media artist Jamie Fingal celebrated a festive milestone: her work was featured in the coveted Quilting Arts Holiday issue. Known for her bold use of color and playful designs, Fingal contributed a series of handmade wool felt ornaments that brought warmth and creativity to the pages of this seasonal publication.

A Celebration of Textile Whimsy

The featured ornaments reflect Fingal’s signature aesthetic — charming, imaginative, and layered with personality. Crafted from richly colored wool felt and embellished with hand stitching and appliqué, the ornaments capture the joyful spirit of the holidays while remaining rooted in Fingal’s deeply personal artistic voice.

Each ornament tells a story, balancing simplicity with intricacy — a hallmark of Fingal’s larger quilted works.

From Studio to Print

Fingal’s inclusion in Quilting Arts Holiday is not just a seasonal highlight, but a testament to her influence in the textile art community. Her ability to adapt her expressive style into small-format, functional designs such as ornaments illustrates her versatility and imaginative range.

Whether working on large art quilts or hand-held pieces, Fingal brings the same sense of joy and storytelling to every creation.

Inspiring Holiday Makers

The article in Quilting Arts Holiday invited readers to try their hand at similar projects, making Fingal’s techniques accessible and inviting to both seasoned quilters and beginners alike. Through her feature, she offered more than inspiration — she extended an invitation to play.

Explore More

To learn more about Jamie Fingal’s feature and see images of her wool felt ornaments, visit:
Jamie Fingal Designs