How can I make this more "Christmasy"?
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I made Darlene Zimmerman's Stars All Around tree skirt. Here is a link to the free pattern: http://www.simplicity.com/t-free-qui...ree-Skirt.aspx
Just the top is done so far and I haven't taken a picture, but it is exactly like the pattern. I used Bella Solid Christmas Tree red and a Kona white. I really like it. Problem is, everyone I show it to says it doesn't look like Christmas. Any ideas how I can make it more Christmas-like? Some kind of simple embellishments? What do you all think? Thanks!
Just the top is done so far and I haven't taken a picture, but it is exactly like the pattern. I used Bella Solid Christmas Tree red and a Kona white. I really like it. Problem is, everyone I show it to says it doesn't look like Christmas. Any ideas how I can make it more Christmas-like? Some kind of simple embellishments? What do you all think? Thanks!
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I agree with applique in the white spaces. Also consider using a good quality gold metallic thread for quilting.
p.s. I have to agree with QuiltE in that it already looks Christmas to me, plus the tree and presents will enhance that feeling.
p.s. I have to agree with QuiltE in that it already looks Christmas to me, plus the tree and presents will enhance that feeling.
Last edited by Prism99; 11-06-2013 at 12:00 PM.
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Since when is red and white not Christmas-y?
Think ... Candy Canes ... and Santa's Suit?!![Big Grin](https://cdn.quiltingboard.com/images/smilies/biggrin.png)
By itself, yes, it may not look Christmas in some people's eyes
... put it under the tree with presents
... no doubt about it, it's Christmas-y!!
Keep in mind it is YOURS ... and you already said that YOU like it ... that's ALL that matters!!!![Smile](https://cdn.quiltingboard.com/images/smilies/smile.png)
Finish it off and enjoy it!
Think ... Candy Canes ... and Santa's Suit?!
![Big Grin](https://cdn.quiltingboard.com/images/smilies/biggrin.png)
By itself, yes, it may not look Christmas in some people's eyes
... put it under the tree with presents
... no doubt about it, it's Christmas-y!!
Keep in mind it is YOURS ... and you already said that YOU like it ... that's ALL that matters!!!
![Smile](https://cdn.quiltingboard.com/images/smilies/smile.png)
Finish it off and enjoy it!
Last edited by QuiltE; 11-06-2013 at 12:06 PM.
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