Originally Posted by cjomomma
Originally Posted by SharonAnne
Originally Posted by cjomomma
SharonAnne I think both quilts are wonderful. I love the idea of turning the book into a quilt. it will be loved.
The Abe quilt is wonderful. I think the white just makes the pictures of Abe pop. Makes it easier to focus on the pic's. Just a thought remember if you do decide to dye the quilt in a tea bath that it may change all the colors of the quilt.
Good to know about the tea bath and all of the colors. I will probably leave it as is and experiment another time with the tea. Can you also address my question about waves/ripples and spray basting vs pinning? I responded to another's comments (I already forgot her name, but you will see it posted on this topic). You have given me good info previously, so I am grateful that you continue to offer me constructive comments.
To be honest I don't know what to do about the ripples and waves. I like the waves when I quilt, sort of gives that not so new look. I don't get them on purpose tho. From my understanding when the quilt is being sandwiched it has to be perfectly smooth on top and bottom and I haven't figured out how to do that plus I don't have the proper place to sandwich my quilts and I only pin bast.
Sorry I know I wasn't much help.
Not to worry - you were more help than you know. lol. I just have to change my attitude about ripples, so now I'm happier about them. Thanks for the adjustment to my thinking. I don't have the room either - I used the floor the last time with a flannel tablecloth for carpet protection when spraying the basting spray. BUT, I am sooo happy about one of our dinky bedrooms. It was a catch all for me and had a huge ugly sofa in it when I moved in with DH. FINALLY after 15 years, I got it out of there a few days ago and bought a 6 foot folding table instead. As a side board, I use a wooden folding snack table. Sewing my quilt top (and cutting area is also a bonus) was easy as pie today!!! I'm a happy camper no matter how you look at it.