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Posted by Louise in Iowa on September 28, 2009, 2:07 pm
I'm in the process of quilting my top from that swap right now! I think of
my block swap quilts as practice pieces for my quilting. On this particular
quilt top, I'm incorporating feathers into each block. And right now, I
don't plan on giving it to anyone - I will keep it for us to use as a
cover-up on a chilly Saturday afternoon. Would it help you to think of your
top as a showcase for your quilting and something you will keep and treasure
instead of something that was created with a particular person in mind?
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Louise in Iowa
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> Usually, I try to make quilts that either somewhat match the decor of the
> intended recipient or are composed of the recipient's favorite colors.
> However, I've got a black, red, and white top from one of Terbear's swap,
> that is just stunning (everyone did a wonderful job), and yet, I can't
> seem to move forward on the quilting because it doesn't fit either of my
> criteria. I think I'm being too rigid in my ideas. I need a new
> philosophy. Anyone else run into this?
> Best regards,
> Michelle in Nevada
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Posted by Michelle C. on September 28, 2009, 2:52 pm
Louise in Iowa wrote:
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> I'm in the process of quilting my top from that swap right now! I think of
> my block swap quilts as practice pieces for my quilting. On this particular
> quilt top, I'm incorporating feathers into each block. And right now, I
> don't plan on giving it to anyone - I will keep it for us to use as a
> cover-up on a chilly Saturday afternoon. Would it help you to think of your
> top as a showcase for your quilting and something you will keep and treasure
> instead of something that was created with a particular person in mind?
Hi Louise,
Well yes. It is work of art, is it not? :-)
You will put up a picture when yours is done, won't you? I can't wait
to see those blocks full of feathers.
Thanks!
Michelle in Nevada
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Posted by Leslie& The Furbabies in MO. on September 28, 2009, 2:08 pm
hmmmmm.... what a delightful dilemma! I planned this house for that
eventuality. My bedroom has cream walls and I painted my vintage furniture
black. The floors are hardwood. As long as I do something for the windows
that will match the quilt, I can use any colors in there.
So, you could send it to me- I'll make some red curtains! When the lights
shine thru the red curtains at night the neighbors can think I'm a naughty
girl! ;-) At my age that might be a compliment! LOL
Leslie & The Furbabies in MO.
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> Usually, I try to make quilts that either somewhat match the decor of the
> intended recipient or are composed of the recipient's favorite colors.
> However, I've got a black, red, and white top from one of Terbear's swap,
> that is just stunning (everyone did a wonderful job), and yet, I can't
> seem to move forward on the quilting because it doesn't fit either of my
> criteria. I think I'm being too rigid in my ideas. I need a new
> philosophy. Anyone else run into this?
> Best regards,
> Michelle in Nevada
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Posted by Michelle C. on September 28, 2009, 2:58 pm
LOL! Very good beg! Leslie, you're too late. Rusty, Sandy, and Louise
already straightened me out on my thinking. Nope, this work of art
doesn't have to match a darn thing.
However, if you do want to make red curtains and curl the neighbors
toes, I can tell you the mix of black, white, and red in a quilt is
uniquely stunning. Being such a talented lady, I know you would enjoy
making one of your own. :-) Your house sounds well-suited to these
colors--along with most colors. Terrific planning! Me? I just had to
have a deep mauve accent wall in my bedroom, which I love. I've found
as long as I put a smidge of purple in quilts, most colors go. However,
the red in this quilt clashes. You know what? I don't care! LOL!
Best regards,
Michelle in Nevada
Leslie& The Furbabies in MO. wrote:
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> hmmmmm.... what a delightful dilemma! I planned this house for that
> eventuality. My bedroom has cream walls and I painted my vintage
> furniture black. The floors are hardwood. As long as I do something
> for the windows that will match the quilt, I can use any colors in there.
>
> So, you could send it to me- I'll make some red curtains! When the
> lights shine thru the red curtains at night the neighbors can think I'm
> a naughty girl! ;-) At my age that might be a compliment! LOL
>
> Leslie & The Furbabies in MO.
>
>> Usually, I try to make quilts that either somewhat match the decor of
>> the intended recipient or are composed of the recipient's favorite
>> colors. However, I've got a black, red, and white top from one of
>> Terbear's swap, that is just stunning (everyone did a wonderful job),
>> and yet, I can't seem to move forward on the quilting because it
>> doesn't fit either of my criteria. I think I'm being too rigid in my
>> ideas. I need a new philosophy. Anyone else run into this?
>> Best regards,
>> Michelle in Nevada
>
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Posted by Edna Pearl on September 28, 2009, 2:58 pm
I find that whenever I buy something big that I really love, the room
arranges itself around it. I am sure it will be the same with the quilts I
make for myself. Change is good :-)
But quilting for others will take into account their tastes and decor.
Sometimes my lap blankets and full-size blankets only come out when needed.
In these cases, matching doesn't matter one bit. A non-matching quilt can
be the center of attention when you're snuggling in it on the couch or
armchair.
ep
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> Usually, I try to make quilts that either somewhat match the decor of the
> intended recipient or are composed of the recipient's favorite colors.
> However, I've got a black, red, and white top from one of Terbear's swap,
> that is just stunning (everyone did a wonderful job), and yet, I can't
> seem to move forward on the quilting because it doesn't fit either of my
> criteria. I think I'm being too rigid in my ideas. I need a new
> philosophy. Anyone else run into this?
> Best regards,
> Michelle in Nevada
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> intended recipient or are composed of the recipient's favorite colors.
> However, I've got a black, red, and white top from one of Terbear's swap,
> that is just stunning (everyone did a wonderful job), and yet, I can't
> seem to move forward on the quilting because it doesn't fit either of my
> criteria. I think I'm being too rigid in my ideas. I need a new
> philosophy. Anyone else run into this?
> Best regards,
> Michelle in Nevada