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I really like this ugly fabric, but what to do with it.

I really like this ugly fabric, but what to do with it.

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Old 05-29-2009, 10:12 AM
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jbsstrawberry - I think you're right. It does look like two people
embracing. It's not ugly - it's beautiful! Kinda puts a whole new
light on it.

Thank you for reminding me to look at things from a different angle.
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Old 05-29-2009, 10:16 AM
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Originally Posted by kwhite
it has a cream background with taupe designs and just a touch of sage.
I found you, and sure it does! <g>
However, I am thinking ... why couldn't you cut it into those 2 1/2 inch squares or even strips ... use it for binding?
put it with an accent color and make half square triangles.
The trick to make it a better accent than distraction is to cut it small enough that the original form is obliterated.
what does it look like if you cut it in strips across what you have pictured, rather than parallel with the design?
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Old 05-29-2009, 04:37 PM
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Originally Posted by pal
jbsstrawberry - I think you're right. It does look like two people
embracing. It's not ugly - it's beautiful! Kinda puts a whole new
light on it.

Thank you for reminding me to look at things from a different angle.

:wink: :-)
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Old 06-04-2009, 08:11 AM
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I hate to be negative but the fabric looks like it is covered by testicles.
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Old 06-04-2009, 08:22 AM
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Originally Posted by quiltator
I hate to be negative but the fabric looks like it is covered by testicles.


:lol: :lol: :lol:


Just when strawberry pulls me out, you pull me right back in!!


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Old 06-04-2009, 09:13 AM
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Hi, I can't quite tell the color...black and white? or the size of the print. But I think I would incorporate it into a quilt using blacks, whites and a touch of red.

IMHO

warm quilt hugs, sue
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Old 06-04-2009, 09:19 AM
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I hate to be negative but the fabric looks like it is covered by testicles.
Let's not go there again.
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Old 06-04-2009, 09:52 AM
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Oh she went there!!!!. I still have 3/4 of a yard if you want it.
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Old 06-04-2009, 10:06 AM
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I agree with strawberry, if you turn it around, it looks like two people embracing. It would make an awesome totebag or purse and if you have some left over, put a large square in a quilt. The totebag would be a great conversation starter. People will ask what it is and you can ask what they see. A variety of answers have been given already. Have fun with it. Now, I want some.
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Old 06-04-2009, 10:10 AM
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hereca622 you can have the last 1/2 yard if you would like it.
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