Down on the Farm: Theme Swap - OMG! SEE PG. 74
01-03-2010, 03:15 PM
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Originally Posted by susiequilt
I love the cow picture but aren't we supposed to do an off white/cream background so all the blocks would go together nicely?
01-03-2010, 03:36 PM
#572
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I Just thought we were supposed to use muted tones rather than true "white" or jewel tones?? I guess I will see what BRT says?? I have already done most of my blocks now?? If they don't qualify ....I will cry?? LOL! I didn't use bright red I used a dark red??
01-03-2010, 03:43 PM
#573
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Charisma -
This is what BlueRibbonToes said in her instructions:
*If appliquéing something that needs a background, and you found that "perfect fabric," use it. FOR EXAMPLE, A fish pond appliqued on a grass background for a more realistic feel. Creativity is GOOD!
* However, if you are making something and you don't wish to provide a colored background, please just use a creme or off white color. (like a Muslin.)
* When creating a pieced block, please use creme/off white rather than a "true" white.
I take this to mean that IF you are considering using white, please use creme/off white instead. IF you are using colors other than creme/off white, than any color is fine as long as it is "earth tone" friendly.
So, Charisma, I think your cows blocks are just fine (and darn cute!).
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This is what BlueRibbonToes said in her instructions:
*If appliquéing something that needs a background, and you found that "perfect fabric," use it. FOR EXAMPLE, A fish pond appliqued on a grass background for a more realistic feel. Creativity is GOOD!
* However, if you are making something and you don't wish to provide a colored background, please just use a creme or off white color. (like a Muslin.)
* When creating a pieced block, please use creme/off white rather than a "true" white.
I take this to mean that IF you are considering using white, please use creme/off white instead. IF you are using colors other than creme/off white, than any color is fine as long as it is "earth tone" friendly.
So, Charisma, I think your cows blocks are just fine (and darn cute!).
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01-03-2010, 05:33 PM
#576
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Wow, you both have adorable herds!
Sandpat - is that all hand appliqued?? That's ALOT of stitches (I'm sure you know that!!). They are wonderful! I am still working on my chicken blocks but have made the background similar to yours with a sky and pasture.
Your helper is a beauty, too.
"Great job" to the both of you!
Sandpat - is that all hand appliqued?? That's ALOT of stitches (I'm sure you know that!!). They are wonderful! I am still working on my chicken blocks but have made the background similar to yours with a sky and pasture.
Your helper is a beauty, too.
"Great job" to the both of you!
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