DogHouseMom

I'm going to throw a monkey wrench into the works and tell you that there is a 3rd option ... continue in a straight line. Either for the remainder of the quilt, or just for a while then throw some more curves in.

Just saying you don't have to limit yourself to only up OR down ... sometimes sideways is the right answer.

I don't have it, nor do I have a pic ... but I did one (a small wall hanging) that had a few up's and downs on the left side then I carried on straight across and had one final very sharp blip up at the right side end. I called it "sign of life" and gave it to a anesthesiologist friend.

ManiacQuilter2

What did you have in mind? Just a simple Bargello pattern??? This is my quilt that was published on the back cover of a book. Took First place ribbon at the California State fair. It is just the traditional Bargello with the peaks and curves. There are names for those part of the bargello pattern but having a senior moment I can't remember them right now. I always prefer even number of fabrics since I press my seams down and the next one up. That way, the seams always butt nicely up next to each other.

Dina

Beautiful quilt!!!! Wow! I am not sure what I have in mind, but deeper "valleys" I think. Yes, I now understand why even number of fabrics are preferred. That is sure what I will do from now on.

Dina

Marsh

This is what I would like to make for my son, but the pattern scares me to death. These are his favorite colors along with a little blue and sometimes black- his words.

Dina

It really isn't that hard. It is just a matter of following the instructions very carefully, labeling the different strips, ironing seams the right way, and sewing a straight line. I made my first one in November, starting with a place mat sized one just to learn the technique. I promise, if I can do it, anyone can. Selecting the fabric is actually the hardest part.

I really made this one a challenge though since I am not following a pattern. Google Bargello patterns or buy a book for good instructions and you will do fine. AND ask questions every step of the way, like I did. There is a lot of help on this board.

Give it a try. You can do it.

Dina

gigigray032447

I would continue down some more. If you start your "ups" now, your peaks won't be very "peaky" and in a large quilt, you will have what I think might be too many reversals.

SHELTIE'SMAMA

My kind of girl -- feel the urge and jump right in. First jump and color choices = superb start. Googling and a visit to pinterest might snag you some more design options. Do keeps us posted because this is really worth watching and whatever your choice, its guaranteed to be a success.

maviskw

I think this is good advice. Then you would know where you are going before you got there. Less frog sewing!

callen

I agree with this too. That's going to be one gorgeous quilt - love it, love it.

linda faye

Beautiful quilt!

This is what I would suggest you do in finishing the quilt you have started. The scalloped effect is perfect.