I finally have the design marked for this wholecloth. For the background, would you use a stipple pattern or 1/2'' grid? It will be hand quilted.
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I finally have the design marked for this wholecloth. For the background, would you use a stipple pattern or 1/2'' grid? It will be hand quilted.
Last edited by dog mama; 12-12-2014 at 12:36 PM.
I would use a grid.
My advice would be to quilt the feathers first and then see if it needs any filling in with any background stitching.
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It's still spray basted to my original pattern and would be so much easier to mark now. I already know I need background stitching to get the effect I envision, just not sure which I should use. I want the feathers to stand out against the background.
I'm not at all understanding why you want any more stitching. You are just going to hide the feathers.Originally Posted by dog mama
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Agree with above...all those feathers is more than enough......
I would mark the grid, do the other quilting and then make the call whether you really want to add it. I do agree that I am not sure you actually need it.
No,really she won't hide the feathers.She will inhance them.Because when she puts something behind the feathers it will visually push them forward.I'm a longarmer and putting a tight design behind those feathers will give you more bang for your buck.I think the grid would be best.JMHO
My thoughts exactly!
I think a straight line grid would look best to contrast with the curves of the feathers. Would love to see the finished quilt!!!
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