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05-21-2012, 03:20 PM

#21

kbishburg

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Thanks all for kind thoughts and words of wisdom. I just made up the pattern and am not even sure what quilt category it would fall into. I am quilt-pattern challenged and have problems visualizing the design so I usually just make it up as I go along unless I can find a Jenny Doan U-Tube

Fabric is Timeless treasures Plume series. It is cotton and is such beautiful fabric, it's a pleasure to work with. They also make Tonga Treats.
As far as costly appreciating it. Maybe in another 10 years!!!!

05-21-2012, 04:03 PM

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leggz48

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Love it!!! I am going to copy your design.

05-21-2012, 05:21 PM

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nannyrick

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That is beautiful!!!!!

05-21-2012, 05:39 PM

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saperry

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Absolutely gorgeous!

05-21-2012, 06:18 PM

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Msbaby

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Absolutely beautiful! I love the colors.

05-22-2012, 02:54 AM

#26

auntiem

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Am a newbie, but was an artist for years, and appreciate beautiful colors, this is gorgeous!!!

05-22-2012, 02:57 AM

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WMUTeach

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I might try a deep royal purple or even black. It may also depend on the backing.

05-22-2012, 04:21 AM

#28

callen

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WOW, that is one fabulously gorgeous quilt. The colours are stunning !!! She is going to be one lucky gal to be gifted this fantastic quilt.

05-22-2012, 04:26 AM

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coopah

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Quote:

Originally Posted by QuiltE

Sure would like to see the whole quilt .... looks lovely from the blocks.

What about a variegated thread?

The colors are tremendous! I agree with the variegated thread!

05-22-2012, 04:40 AM

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happyquiltmom

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As a rule, if you don't want stitching to show, use a shade darker than the fabric. For some reason, lighter thread tends to jump off the surface of the fabric, while darker shades hide in the shadows...