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| MODERN STRIPES 14" X 46" |
I choose to use woven stripes for no other reason than I'm trying to work through my stash. The background is where I was focusing on the most. I wanted to create more interest but not in an over the top way.
I used two neutrals, Putty and Tan for the dual effect. I like the subtle difference between the two shades, and especially like how they work together to create motion. It isn't mind blowing, but I think is effective!
I've got some other ideas that doesn't involve woven stripes! I love the colors in each stripe, but if you've worked with woven fabric you know there is almost always a slight distortion that happens when quilting. I use starch every time I venture into the world of woven fabric. It helps but it isn't a cure all!
I kept the quilting simple by adding 1/2" lines in the stripes and three rows of 1/4" lines in the center of the neutral fabric.
All in all, it was a fun distraction! I'm anxious to try some other ideas and designs along these lines. There may be a quilt in the future or another runner at the very least!
I also want to remind everyone that it's time for 'MAD FOR SOLIDS', the March Madness extravaganza!
Voting Starts March 18 - 25
Eight designers have curated fat quarter bundles featuring Painter's Palette Solids. Each day two bundles will go head to head and the one with the most fan votes advances to the next round.
You can vote each day for your favorite on Instagram, Facebook or Inspired by Fabrics blog (one vote per site per day), and at the end of the tournament...four lucky people will win a bundle of the winning palette!
I've been lucky enough to participate as one of the curated designers for a few years and it's always a challenge, yet so much fun coming up with a special combination! Hopefully you'll like what you see...and perhaps throw a vote my way!
Here are the eight designers:
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