Due to lack of knowledge when I want curved blocks (not pieces of blocks) I have to default to appliques on top of square blocks. Is there basic knowledge for making curved blocks, curved lines in a somewhat traditional looking quilt? I would like to know the why of things - why are seams 1/4"? why are quilts built along grid lines? why do most people like sharp contrast of color and distain low contrast unless they are watercolor quilts? Why are hodgepodge color selections of scrappy quilts considered by some preferable to careful color schemes that are more harmonious with color theory?
Why is texture in a quilt not a good thing usually? Why do LQS often offer a beginning class that just teaches a person how to make someone else's quilt pattern?Why are bindings almost always just a flat piece of fabric along the edge, seldom a ruffle or a ruche a pleat or anything else?
Last edited by TanyaL; 02-25-2012 at 12:14 PM.