Neatest hint for selecting Bargello fabric

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03-20-2015, 02:41 AM

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Sharonquilts

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Battle Axe, "Congratulations"!!! I retired last May and I have loved it! That's when I started quilting (primarily for charity) as a way to "give back". Working on my first bargello which will be for me. My DH was worried I would be bored ... instead, I've become obsessed with quilting. Ha!

03-20-2015, 03:38 AM

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jitkaau

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I don't like wasting material on samples. It is too expensive here. I have nice results with my combinations. However I think it is a good idea for those who have difficulty with colour.

03-20-2015, 04:34 AM

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Dina

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Quote:

Originally Posted by jitkaau

I don't like wasting material on samples. It is too expensive here. I have nice results with my combinations. However I think it is a good idea for those who have difficulty with colour.

I don't mind wasting a one inch strip of each fabric. Not if it "sets my mind at rest," and I am one who has difficulty with color.

Dina

03-20-2015, 05:03 AM

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mgause

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I also retire at the end of the month. A Bargello is on my bucket list.

03-20-2015, 06:36 AM

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annette1952

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Great tips. Thanks for sharing

03-20-2015, 07:07 AM

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PurplePassion

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Originally Posted by GingerK

What a great idea! Thanks so much, for sharing this hint with us. I have also been held back by the daunting task of fabric selection.

Me too! Thank you for this idea.

03-20-2015, 10:09 AM

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MargeD

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That is a fabulous idea. I have done something similar when making quilt tops with scrap blocks, mostly for family reunion quilts, where I glued a small scrap of fabric in a square to make the quilt top, lots easier than a design wall, for which I do not have the room. If you make the quilt, it will be beautiful.