How can I make this more "Christmasy"?
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How can I make this more "Christmasy"?
I made Darlene Zimmerman's Stars All Around tree skirt. Here is a link to the free pattern: http://www.simplicity.com/t-free-qui...ree-Skirt.aspx
Just the top is done so far and I haven't taken a picture, but it is exactly like the pattern. I used Bella Solid Christmas Tree red and a Kona white. I really like it. Problem is, everyone I show it to says it doesn't look like Christmas. Any ideas how I can make it more Christmas-like? Some kind of simple embellishments? What do you all think? Thanks!
Just the top is done so far and I haven't taken a picture, but it is exactly like the pattern. I used Bella Solid Christmas Tree red and a Kona white. I really like it. Problem is, everyone I show it to says it doesn't look like Christmas. Any ideas how I can make it more Christmas-like? Some kind of simple embellishments? What do you all think? Thanks!
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I agree with applique in the white spaces. Also consider using a good quality gold metallic thread for quilting.
p.s. I have to agree with QuiltE in that it already looks Christmas to me, plus the tree and presents will enhance that feeling.
p.s. I have to agree with QuiltE in that it already looks Christmas to me, plus the tree and presents will enhance that feeling.
Last edited by Prism99; 11-06-2013 at 12:00 PM.
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Since when is red and white not Christmas-y?
Think ... Candy Canes ... and Santa's Suit?!
By itself, yes, it may not look Christmas in some people's eyes
... put it under the tree with presents
... no doubt about it, it's Christmas-y!!
Keep in mind it is YOURS ... and you already said that YOU like it ... that's ALL that matters!!!
Finish it off and enjoy it!
Think ... Candy Canes ... and Santa's Suit?!
By itself, yes, it may not look Christmas in some people's eyes
... put it under the tree with presents
... no doubt about it, it's Christmas-y!!
Keep in mind it is YOURS ... and you already said that YOU like it ... that's ALL that matters!!!
Finish it off and enjoy it!
Last edited by QuiltE; 11-06-2013 at 12:06 PM.
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