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    Old 10-15-2010, 01:24 PM
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    So, I bought this fabric on a trip in San Francisco, in Haight-Ashbury, at a craft store with a nice fabric section. At the time, I loved it, but my family hates it. I was going to use it decoratively, to wrap around a canvas and hang it on the wall, or make a quilted chair rail. But, it is still sitting unused.
    I still think I like it, but I am at a loss as to what I can do with it.

    Any suggestions? Do you like it? What would you do with it? (And no Halloween suggestions, please:-) - thanks.)
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    Old 10-15-2010, 01:26 PM
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    Can you cut out a nice size piece- use batting and a backing -- quilt around the pictures/faces/ etc -- make a wall hanging
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    Old 10-15-2010, 01:29 PM
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    How big are the faces in this print?
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    Old 10-15-2010, 01:30 PM
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    .... hmm so the wall hanging is out huh????? darn... oh well.... how about.... some nice big plump floor pillows?
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    Old 10-15-2010, 01:31 PM
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    I'm sorry but I have to side with your family. I don't like it at all, even my DD cringed at it and she has weird taste.
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    Old 10-15-2010, 01:38 PM
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    I like the fabric. It is something that I would buy without a plan for it.
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    Old 10-15-2010, 01:46 PM
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    I love it but have no idea what to do with it sorry.
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    Old 10-15-2010, 01:54 PM
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    I don't care for it either. Sorry. I would probably cut it up in 2-1/2 widths and use it for a binding. That was my first thought.
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    Old 10-15-2010, 02:01 PM
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    Maybe do a one block wonder? The ones I've seen don't reveal much of the original pattern, just pieces.
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    Old 10-15-2010, 02:05 PM
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    I love it, but I'm into modern abstract decor. Putting it on a canvas is a great idea.
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