I want my quilt revival to have the save effect as the original. In the first version I see lots of dark values: black, navy, charcoal gray. There are also a few bright colors: raspberry, turquoise and jade. Each row of spunky blocks contrasts light and dark fabrics.
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When you’re inspired to start a new project, what comes first? Is it the fabric that catches your imagination or the project that simply must be made? It can go either way for me, but this time the fabric definitely came first. Enter the Darlings!
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In her many years as a Moda designer, Brigitte has created lots of beautiful fabrics that have appeared in my quilts and probably in yours as well. Learn how Brigitte and I have connected and are working together from Europe!
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Since we committed to our plan to move to Europe, I’ve been a bit more liberal with my fabric purchases. I’m usually a pretty conservative shopper, but it sounds like the price of quilting cottons in Europe is seriously steep.
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Earlier this month I ordered fabrics from for fall garment sewing projects. And, I may have happened on some quilting cottons too
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One thing I love about patchwork is the way that fabric choices change everything. There’s so much momentum in that one facet of quilt-making.
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Satisfaction is not entirely my reaction to this quilt so far. More like apprehension. Amy I getting the concept right? Are the fabrics spot on? And, really, where am I going next? Haha.
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On a sunny day the sun's rays pass through a skylight to illuminate this part of my design wall with an abundance of glorious light. My stash of helpful fabrics makes it easy to gather up rainbows.
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You know what I love? A day that includes a chunk of "in the flow" sewing. You know what I love even more? A day that I get to start a new project. Lucky me, that day was yesterday!
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What works best as backing for your big bed quilt? Here are some important considerations: substrate, fabric width, color and print.
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We have many choices when shopping for quilting cotton solids. The best brand for you will depend upon your needs and priorities. Here is a comparison of solid fabric lines
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I do keep a stash of quilting cottons on hand. It's not grown much because I moderate my purchases, but also because I use it. I love to combine fabrics to create unique mash ups.
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Today I want to unpack the question of where our fabrics are made and the ethical ramifications for the hobbyist quilter. I will be focusing on designer quilting cottons
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I've been thinking about political/economic issues a lot this year, more than usual. About Climate change. Sustainability. Unfair labor practices. And from where I stand they're all tied together.
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And we're off! Around the world fabric lovers are diving into their stash and discovering new connections. It's such fun to see ideas igniting, inspired by the same simple sparks
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Have you ever imagined working in a modern fabric shop? What could be more fun than buying, bundling and folding fabric for a living?
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Have you ever made your own fabric? Maybe you've experimented with block printing, dying or digital design? Lots of us who develop a fabric affection become interested
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