Bargello makers and others--will these colors work? More Choices on Page 2

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12-08-2010, 08:55 AM

#51

christinetindell

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I would move the one with the gold leaves to #12. Because of the large print, it reads a little lighter. I have that pattern!! Just did my first Bargello about a year ago.

12-08-2010, 09:04 AM

#52

DonnaB

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I'll let you color coordinate all my future quilts. Beautiful colors.

12-08-2010, 09:07 AM

#53

Quilter2B

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Quote:

Originally Posted by 0tis

I think you did a great job picking colors. Sometimes its best to stick to your first instincts - I know I drive myself crazy when I can't make up my mind. 20 fabrics would make me completely loopy. Good job - cannot wait to see the completed quilt top.

I agree. I just finished a small bargello, my first attempt at it - I was going to make two placemats but realized I didn't take into account all that would get eaten up in the vertical seam allowances so I just stitched it all together and made a small wall hanging. Not going to post it here though 'cause I don't want it to look like I'm trying to "hijack" your thread. I love your second layout of fabrics and think it will be stunning. Sometimes things just don't look right until you get it all put together then it is like a "TaDa" moment.

12-08-2010, 09:42 AM

#54

butterflywing

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i love the way you keep rolling along. how large do you plan this to be?

the colors are gorgeous. i always enjoy your color sense. must be the result of living in the country near a lake.

12-08-2010, 10:23 AM

#55

dixiechunk

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Gets my go ahead vote!

12-08-2010, 12:09 PM

#56

Shemjo

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Can't wait to see the finished bagello. Love all the colors.

12-08-2010, 01:06 PM

#57

Nancy11442

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Quote:

Originally Posted by barnbum

First photo is the pattern. The suggestion is to go with 6 creams to yellow, then 9 autumn colors, to 5 greens...
Some of the creams are not batiks, all the rest are. That's fine with me. I don't want to buy anything! :-D I'll just be making a wall hanging or two... so no big deal if it doesn't work well. I want to try a small one to get the hang of Bargellos.

See anything glaring I should switch?

I made this Twisted Bargello. I was so afraid cause it looked so hard but I did it and loved it. It now hangs in my LR. I used batiks in S/W colors ranging from very lite pinks running into some burgundy into black. I only wish I had used white where I put the black. I should have used white for #1. Just try different colors in that spot before you decide. It does make a difference. White punches it up (the twist) more. Post a pic when you're finished!! You'll love it.

12-08-2010, 02:14 PM

#58

Rocky's Mom

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Originally Posted by barnbum

I'm with Katie. She and I will share, just send them our way!!!

12-08-2010, 02:31 PM

#59

hikingquilter

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It's going to be beautiful. Can't wait to see it!

12-08-2010, 03:03 PM

#60

Jean OK

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As a decorator, this is the way I have always told my customers to make their decisions on paint, fabric and wallpaper. Most of the time after three days you have pretty much chosen what works for you and family. The first day all look great,,,,,,,Second day, not sure about a couple, Third Day the fav jumps out at you and that is what you will enjoy living with.