I have decided that the next 2 triangle quilts will be charm quilts, which means that each fabric is used only once. I cut triangles from 27 more Kaffe fabrics and I have more to do. I hadn't previously cut from any of my pieces that were 1/4 yard of less. Right now I have about 150 different fabrics cut. I cut each print/style number in all of the different colorways that I have so the print is repeated but not in the same color.
I started collecting Kaffe fabrics about 15 years ago. About 6 years ago several online stores started discontinuing the older lines and I was able to get them at great prices so I could afford every color of every print. When they got down to $4 or less I would buy enough of some of them for backings. I have 4" or less left of some of them so I am using them, not just collecting them.
Wanda, The colors look so well together. Your eye is constantly busy with the combinations you have out together. I am envious. I don't have the time to get things done at my house. Chris
ReplyDeleteWhat a great stash to have, and great to use up! I love Kaffe Fasset fabrics, but they go with each other better than with they go with other fabrics.
ReplyDeleteIt is looking fantastic!! What a terrific way to purchase Kaffe's fabrics. I think I would have done the same thing. Boy, did that ever add to your stash.
ReplyDeleteYou are almost there! It looks great - I like the dark center.
ReplyDeletel love your color choices, Wanda. And I adore Kaffe-Anything! You've given me the courage to use what I have of his line! My quilter friends and I have decided that we love his patterns, but that the quality of his cotton could be much improved. What do you think?
ReplyDeleteThis newest piece is a delight - absolutely wonderful.
It is looking great! I agree the dark center adds more visual punch than the light center did.
ReplyDeleteClearance is a great way to collect fabrics.
I like the dark center so much better. The rearrangement looks great!
ReplyDeleteHere's hoping March is better than February - if it comes in like a lion, how about out like a lamb?
This looks very nice. It is fun to watch the progress on your quilts.
ReplyDeleteThis is fast becoming a favorite "Wanda" creation. I really like what you are doing and the fabrics too!
ReplyDeleteI like the dark centre better, too. It makes the colours ripple more. Thanks for sharing about how you collected so much Kaffe. Your charm quilt of his fabric will be glorious - and exuberant:)!
ReplyDeleteLooking really lovely.
ReplyDeleteJust checked out a few of yur other posts, Love the wavy quilting on yesterdays post.
Also thank you for sharing re how to sew triangles.
Wow - amazing!!!
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Sarah
This is going to be a "block buster" ! It has been so enjoyable watching this one grow.
ReplyDeleteMy arm aches just thinking about all those pieces you cut non stop.
J~MT
This triangle quilt is beautiful - enjoying all of the colors and movement in it.
ReplyDeleteI reread (for probably the 3rd time) your posts on organizing and realize how much I have fallen behind on my precutting of strips.
My pile of fabrics waiting for me to cut keeps growing.
You are such an inspiration!
well get to it girl!!! What's the hold up...HA! That's how Mr. Brown Dirt talks to me when he comes in and I am 'just sitting' at my machine!!!
ReplyDeleteHi Wanda, just found your blog. Your quilts are gorgeous! Being a color gal myself, I see lots to like. Crooked Cobblestones gets my vote as favorite too!
ReplyDeleteWOW! This is looking great!
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