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11-03-2010, 08:05 PM

#61

JCL in FL

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The panel is beautiful and the bargello is also but may not together. I feel the fabric used to frame a print shouldn't detract from it and the bargello is so striking you want to look at it.

11-03-2010, 08:07 PM

#62

Annaquilts

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I like it and with the points down. Very nice!

11-03-2010, 09:02 PM

#63

bonniebusybee

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bearisgray

I think the colors you used in the bargello panel go wonderfully with the pheasant print.

I think the bargello detracts from the pheasant panels because it seems really big and busy in comparison. The pheasant panel is overwhelmed.

The bargello would be an awesome backing for the pheasants, though.

I have to agree. A solid around the beautiful pheasant print would make it stand out more; then use your bargello in the corners! Just one person's opinion. Beautiful work!

11-04-2010, 03:53 AM

#64

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Quote:

Originally Posted by PurplePassion

I am making another pheasant quilt. I have a large panel for the middle and 4 small panels. I am trying to find something for the inbetween areas. Does this partial bargello -which would be on both sides of the large panel- take away from the beauty of the panel? Thanks for your honest opinion. Elaine

Just a few thoughts:
1. A bargello is busy enough to stand on its own.
2. I would suggest that your next Bargello you add fabric with print to give your Bargello movement. I wish I knew how to attach files (I'm working on it!). I've just completed an Around the World Bargello and there are prints in it that make the finished product come alive. Remember, the prints will be cut into small pieces, so what's on the bolt will transform into something beautiful. If you're a little nervous, begin by selecting prints that "read as solid," and see the difference!

11-04-2010, 03:58 AM

#65

jitkaau

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Quote:

Originally Posted by PurplePassion

Thank you , I liked the points down too, but do you think it is too much color and takes away from the panel itself?

I think you have answered your own question - in my opinion it is too intense and is fighting with the centre panel. If you like the bargello sort of look, I would suggest a simpler Seminole pattern to go on the panels, using some of the colours. I think I would try excluding the blue first, so that the viewer's eye is not distracted from the centre.

11-04-2010, 04:12 AM

#66

Rainy Day

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Maybe a braided surround in browns, soft greens, creams,a frame, then a bargello? Or try it on point, with a braid or a bargello, then flying geese around the edges. Relax and it will come to you.
Hi Elaine!
Rain

11-04-2010, 05:11 AM

#67

Peggi

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I have to agree, I think the bargello (altho' it is beautiful) distracts from the panel. Too much competition.

11-04-2010, 05:29 AM

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Gerbie

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Kitsapquilter

Quote:

Originally Posted by bearisgray

Ditto on this post. The colors are great with the panel but the bargello is a little too busy! Maybe use the bargello for the back unless it is a wall-hanging.

Double ditto on this, I saw the bargello first and I think it takes away from the pheasants. Beautiful panel. I think the bargello would be beautiful on the back. The colors are o.k. with the panel, but not in a bargelo pattern next to the panel. maybe use a couple of the colors as borders to the panel., but not bargelo pattern right there. Just my opinion. I love the panel.

11-04-2010, 06:50 AM

#69

Yankee in Texas

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bearisgray

Beautiful color choices, and I agree that the bargello takes away from the panel. I'd use some of the colors to frame the panel, and save the bargello for the backing or as another quilt or wall hanging.