I put the new blocks into the layout and the orange one isn't working at all. There isn't enough contrast between the 2 fabrics.
I put one of the pulled blocks back into the layout and moved a couple blocks but I'm just not happy with this. I think maybe I should make 2 quilts out of the blocks, both small quilts. One will have all of the lightest blocks and the other the darker blocks. I could make one 40" x 56" and put in the extra 7 blocks into the other one for a quilt 48" x 64" with 4 blocks leftover. Another option is to add in a large print fabric as additional blocks like I have done several times before. I will try one more layout with darker and lighter blocks alternated all through the quilt.
Did you try a gradation of lighter to darker across the width or down the length?
ReplyDeleteGood ideas for two quilts as well as putting a central fabric in the center--that takes a lot of "putting up and taking down" doesn't it? :))) You get your stretching exercises done for sure, hugs, Julierose
ReplyDeleteBecause the values are more subtle, they are harder to tame. Just gorgeous fabric.
ReplyDeleteTwo quilts seems like a good idea, though your last picture almost looks like it's trying to have the watercolor gradation effect. A quilt with all the pale colors would be lovely.
ReplyDeleteWhatever you decide, I know you’ll be happy. You’ve out done yourself creating so many lovely blocks.
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I don't know Wanda...I think this is pretty amazing as it is!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!! Reminds ne of the tubs of sorbet in the older ice cream stores from way back.
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