I find it quite useful to do a monthly stock-check of the images that have been inspiring me on Flickr as it keeps me focused on the designs, colours and fabrics that I like. Low volume quilts are very much in evidence in this month's collection. I've been drawn to them because of the theme of the next round of the X-Factor pillow swap, but also because I'm now giving seriously consideration to using this palette on our (much delayed) master bed quilt.
Those who have followed this blog for a while will recall that I have made many sample squares for our bed quilt and always hated them. I'm starting to think low volume might be a great "safe' option with continued appeal over the years.
What's also worth noting is (on the whole) the simplicity of the designs I pick. I really do love repeated squares and triangles and yet I often don't make them because I consider them too easy. There's a lesson to be learned there...
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I am drawn over and over again to quilts featuring squares. I keep thinking I should make something else but they really do show off fabric nicely.
ReplyDeleteThat makes me feel a lot better! Also are you familiar with Red Pepper Quilts? She almost always does charms...
DeleteI think there can often be a disconnect between what interests us technically and what suits our tastes. Sometimes simple constructions can really allow colours and fabrics to shine.
ReplyDeleteI think you've hit the nail on the head Mary! :-0
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