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| GEOMETRY LESSON 50" X 65" |
While I was playing with designing my Mondrian blocks, my mind kept wandering. That's not unusual...it seems to do that a lot these days! I can't say that it bothers me too much, as it generally leads to new designs and ideas.
My idea was to modernize Mondrian and come up with something that in a loose way represents the art, but is totally unique. I played with ideas and even in piecing the design together I continued to make changes along the way.
Mondrian art usually uses squares and rectangles, but I wanted to add different shapes. Drunkards path, half square triangles and half rectangle triangles seemed to be the best options. I randomly added the shapes throughout the quilt design and hopefully created the perfect balance.
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| PROSECCO & CREAM BY THE SEA |
I'm not afraid to admit that I'll hoard a bundle of fabric until the perfect project comes along. Since that hadn't happened for my March Madness 'Prosecco & Cream by the Sea' bundle, I designed this quilt to showcase those gorgeous colors!
Colors from left to right:
121-121 Linen, 121-049 Coral, 121-068 Rosebud, 121-028 Fuchsia, 121-066 Lipstick, 121-146 Dare Devil, 121-127 Burnt Sienna and 121-077 Moss
The only color in the bundle I didn't use was Linen. I instead went with a Moda Light Grey, which doesn't look grey at all! But it worked!
I really love these colors! And I'm so happy I finally got the chance to showcase each color in this quilt!
I do have some other exciting news that I can't share right now...secret sewing...it involves this exact color palette. I'm excited to share that bit of new in October.
Throughout the quilt I also tried to distribute all the colors evenly. I needed to control myself!
I think I ended up with a good balance of color, shapes and negative space. You know what I'm going to say next, don't you?!
How the heck should I quilt it?! That is always the million dollar question for me! I'm not opposed to having you quilt it for me though!! I'm sure something will come to mind and one day I'll take that deep breath and get started!
I'm including the design I made in EQ8 so you can see the changes I made during construction. You never know how something will turn out until you are in the middle of it, at least that's been my experience!
Since I like the design so much, I designed a baby quilt size that I'd like to try one day. It's similar to this one, but not exact! Ideas...too many...not enough time!
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This is very cool. I love seeing all the exciting design work you are playing around with and I love the colour palette.
ReplyDeleteThis one may be my favorite yet! The color palette is so refreshing.
ReplyDeleteI was in love with the color palette when I picked it and even more so when I saw it in person! And, I think the design showcases the colors just as I had hoped it would do!
DeleteOh. My. Goodness! It’s amazing! You are so gifted and talented!
ReplyDeleteyou are on a roll lately! I love this.... the colors are amazing
ReplyDeleteOMG I think it is awesome and it will be so fun to quilt! You should follow Jodi Robinson on FB, I see some of her designs working in this.
ReplyDeleteI’m kind of excited about quilting it, but I certainly don’t want to mess it up! I think I’ll let it sit for a while longer. I follow Jodi on Instagram and did purchase one of her rulers recently. I’ve even saved many of her quilting pictures for reference…I’ll have to revisit those before I take the quilting leap!
DeleteAh, Jayne, this is lovely! I can see that you had so much fun in the design process. Just keep 'em coming! And have fun quilting it.
ReplyDeleteI really like how the double lines divide up and define the space, Jayne. Lovely!
ReplyDeleteThis is such an intriguing design!
ReplyDeleteI had forgotten about this color bundle. It was definitely just waiting for this design! I like Mondrian, but this is just so, I don’t know, festive.
ReplyDeleteThe colors are fresh and really complement the design Jayne. It looks great!
ReplyDeletegreat job...I love it
ReplyDeletegorgeous! I love the colours and the pattern that manages to look random and organised at the same time.
ReplyDeleteWell done!! It's a great piece. The quilting will eventually come to you.
ReplyDeleteThis looks so good! Can't wait to see how you finish it. It seems as though you are just bursting with ideas..is there anything you can point to that feeds your imagination/inspiration? As someone who too often struggles to come up with ideas, I'd love to hear how you keep the proverbial light bulb turned on. Maybe a blog post?
ReplyDeleteIt seems I have more ideas than time these days! I’m not sure where or how I get inspiration. I wish I could explain it or pin point how it happens. It wasn’t until later in life that I realized I had a passion for quilting and an artistic bone in my body, so I’m going to chalk it up to ‘making up for lost time’! Many times my ideas come from something I’m already working on. It’s almost like a snowball effect!
DeleteWow, that is fabulous! Maybe a tiny bit of Picasso thrown in there?
ReplyDeleteVery interesting design! The colors are not something I would have pulled but you always make them work. Have fun with the quilting!
ReplyDeleteThis is a work of art - I love the colors and the design.
ReplyDeleteLook forward to seeing the quilting...
I think it's a fantastic design Jayne! Right up my alley at the moment. And I absolutely love the palette!
ReplyDeleteAh, so perfect for the end of summer! Like savoring the very last visit by the ice cream truck. These are colors to look at again in the dark of winter for hope and inspiration :)
ReplyDeletethat is one stunning quilt! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous little gem of a quilt. Beautiful colors and a sharp design!!!
ReplyDeleteI seriously love everything you've been up to lately! Keep letting your mind wander! :)
ReplyDeleteI love your quilt!!!
ReplyDeleteI love this quilt! I love the idea of drawing inspiration from the great painters. That is a beautiful palette too! Fabulous!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful quilt and fabrics. I love the art-influenced design.
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun idea, executed beautifully. Love your color palette!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful result. Really like the design.
ReplyDeleteWow! What a design, and in such a bright array of colors - but it all works! Well done!
ReplyDeleteAnother beautiful design! You have an amazing talent to combine different elements of shapes and sizes into one cohesive piece. I love it!
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