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Old 05-22-2011, 04:27 AM
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I am looking for a pattern that makes an overall curve look to the quilt, but it's made with straight seams.
Anyone have the name of a pattern they will share
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Old 05-22-2011, 04:30 AM
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Are you talking about Bargello?

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Old 05-22-2011, 04:33 AM
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Perhaps it is Storm at Sea? Do a search at the top of this page....lots of photos come up:)
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Old 05-22-2011, 04:39 AM
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Maybe kaleidoscope?

http://www.google.com/search?q=kalei...=com.microsoft:en-us:IE-SearchBox&rlz=1I7TSNA_enUS412US412&nfpr=1&prmd=ivns&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&ei=1QPZTbzaB4S3twe8lfHoDg&ved=0CGIQsAQ&biw=1345&bih=485
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Old 05-22-2011, 04:44 AM
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I think something like kaleidoscope is what i'm looking for.
I want to really show off one fabric.
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The responses so far are good choices for straight line curves. All great patterns. Good luck in your search!
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Thanks for all your ideas
Anymore are still welcome
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Old 05-22-2011, 06:54 AM
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Tennessee Waltz, Amethyst, Golden Wedding Ring.
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Old 05-22-2011, 09:46 AM
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those look good too
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Old 05-22-2011, 10:22 AM
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There's also log cabin that makes the illusion of curves. Off sides. One side is fat logs and the other skinner. done it several times..really fun.
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