Originally Posted by hopetoquilt
(Post 5445024)
The pattern should list quantities needed. I always overbuy a bit.
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i'm a little worried about that. i don't have a huge stash of batiks (or anything else...) and so i wonder just how many fat quarters this quilt is going to eat up! should be fun though :)
thanks guys! aileen |
Originally Posted by SouthPStitches
(Post 5444920)
Check out Connecting Threads. They have charms, fat quarters and layer cakes at enormous savings. Also, they will cut as small as a 1/4 linear yard too. Nice selection of batiks, solids, prints and what they refer to as "mirage" which has a dimension to i t.
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You could also go with a FQ collection based on a large blender line. That would give you many colors, and enough fabric to do quite a few projects. And you would always have a stash of a wide range of colors for applique'.
Here's one example: http://www.quilt-kits-online.com/pro...prod=FF-PAL-FQ |
I have been collecting fat quarters for a quilt I am planning that is appliqué and requires many colors. At first I just picked up some FQ in any color, but now that I have a lot I am filling in the missing colors (blue) so I have a variety. Paper piecing does take more fabric, but not a lot, and FQ go farther than you think. If you plan to vary the colors from block to block--pink or green for example you will do fine with FQ. They are a great way to get a variety for not a lot of money. Good luck with your quilt and your hunt for fabrics.
Sue |
Check out the nice Batiks at www.connectingthreads.com. They have great prices.
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