LadyLake Posted November 11, 2011 Report Share Posted November 11, 2011 I just finished one of my OWN projects!!! Yeah! I think it might be done, because I felt no pressure because it is going in our bathroom wall above the towel racks. This is a Louisa Smith technique from her book, Strips 'n Curves. You start with a large print, then pick a small coordinating print and 18 solid-like contrasting fabrics for the stripping. It didn't turn out at all like I expected, but it was fun. We did it as a group project, and everyone had different results. Thanks for looking! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadyLake Posted November 11, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2011 I stitched in the ditch on the striping and cuved patches (okay, I SID everything), then outlined the floral design elements, hoping to pop them out more. You were supposed to applique' some flowers on top, but I did not think it would add to this piece (I'm also getting more realistic about getting projects done.). Then, I did simple water waves and bubbles in the backgrounds. The border fabric was about a 5" border with fantastic fabric, but when I quilted over the chevron design to bring it out, it totally conflicted with the stripes in the center. So, I cut off most of it, to keep the focus on the center and just turned the border fabric to the back, to create a rolled type of binding. It worked out, but I'm not going to show you the back! :cool: This is the first time I used Quilters Dream Puff. Great definition, but not sure I would recommend it for a wallhanging, as it doesn't hang straight without blocking, unless you quilt it very densely all over. JMHO Rainbows and Bottom Line thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o2b Quilting Posted November 11, 2011 Report Share Posted November 11, 2011 Joan: I love Dream Puff for definition also. I have used it for a wall hanging but put 80/20 with scrim underneath it. Worked great. I raised the hopping foot just a bit. It hangs nicely. Your piecing design with the curves and strips is so creative. I love it! It would be interesting to see what it looks like with different fabrics. Isn't it fun to try new things! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachside Quilter Posted November 11, 2011 Report Share Posted November 11, 2011 Wonderful, Joan! Your fabrics and colors are fabulous and love the curved piecing. Great to make something for yourself!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted November 11, 2011 Report Share Posted November 11, 2011 Hi Joan, Love your quilt. I do love curves, I have yet to try Louisa's techniques, I am an Elisa Wilsons circle fan so far. Corey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustSewSimple Posted November 11, 2011 Report Share Posted November 11, 2011 I like it...It looks very hard to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Borderline Quilter Posted November 11, 2011 Report Share Posted November 11, 2011 Wonderful Joan, I have that book, I have many books...lol.....guess I should read some of them and maybe make one or two of the designs.....I love how yours turned out....mind you....if I hung that above the towel rail in my bathroom.....guess where the first place to look for a clean towel would be :o:o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anniquilter Posted November 11, 2011 Report Share Posted November 11, 2011 I love it Joan! Well done. I too have had that book for years and really mean to do something from it at some point! This is inspiration. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meg_marsh Posted November 11, 2011 Report Share Posted November 11, 2011 Joan - I have used QD for several wall hangings but always back them with a firm batting - cotton or poly - for stability. Do the same thing when I use wool. I love your quilt!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bekah Posted November 11, 2011 Report Share Posted November 11, 2011 Love your quilt Joan. Thank you for sharing. I may have to look for that book as I will have more free time (probably not) after the first of the year when I am no longer working. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibbyG Posted November 11, 2011 Report Share Posted November 11, 2011 I love those colors. The quilting really suits the design. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtnBarb Posted November 11, 2011 Report Share Posted November 11, 2011 I REALLY love your wall hanging...colors, design and techique! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted November 11, 2011 Report Share Posted November 11, 2011 Joan that looks great and I really commend you on the SID! IMHO I think that SID makes all the difference in the definition of a quilt. I love dream puff but if I were using it for a wallhanging I would use another more solid batting like 80/20 or dream poly (fav choice) on the bottom. That gives you the stability. I do the same when I use wool. Nice job. Looks like a piece of art. Love your colors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quilted charm Posted November 11, 2011 Report Share Posted November 11, 2011 way cool design! I don't know if I could get my lines to match up with the curved piecing. Love the color choices, and I think you're right about the applique. It would probably be too much. I love the dream puff, but I haven't done many wall hangings, so it's good to know it needs another layer for stability. I guess that would be true if you were doing a quilt for show? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delld Posted November 11, 2011 Report Share Posted November 11, 2011 Joan, that is wonderful!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindasewsit Posted November 12, 2011 Report Share Posted November 12, 2011 That is really pretty! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaB Posted November 12, 2011 Report Share Posted November 12, 2011 Absolutely stunning Joan ......LOVE IT..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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