Working with pastels
#21
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A Labyrinth in Northcutt's Stonehenge fabrics is the first thing that came to mind. You could use softer colors than the pattern shows. The soft cream/green/light rust in the Stonehenge is lovely.
http://www.anniescatalog.com/image.h...8&mode=gallery
http://www.anniescatalog.com/image.h...8&mode=gallery
#22
I would steer away from the pastels and do a beautiful neutrals quilt. Just about any pattern can be awesome done in taupes or neutrals with a bit of lovely green. Mmmmmm!
peace
EDIT: Or, how about a wholecloth quilt!
peace
EDIT: Or, how about a wholecloth quilt!
Last edited by ube quilting; 04-04-2013 at 02:20 PM.
#23
I wonder if this book by Alex Anderson would help you? I own it..check it out....
http://alexandersonquilts.com/joomla...mart&Itemid=29
Last edited by nygal; 04-04-2013 at 02:26 PM.
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https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&...ml%3B692%3B922
Also the newest Connecting Threads catalog has a couple of interesting neutral color quilts. http://www.connectingthreads.com/ima...ineCatalog.pdf
Check page 14.
Jan in VA
Also the newest Connecting Threads catalog has a couple of interesting neutral color quilts. http://www.connectingthreads.com/ima...ineCatalog.pdf
Check page 14.
Jan in VA
Last edited by Jan in VA; 04-04-2013 at 04:17 PM.
#25
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You might try googling "low volume quilts" to get some ideas for neutral/pastel color palettes. Here's one very pretty one:
http://www.freshlemonsquilts.com/?tag=low-volume-quilt
Though I am biased -- I love pastels. I think you can get some contrast/interest in varying the shades used and using contrasting colors, even if they're in softer tones.
http://www.freshlemonsquilts.com/?tag=low-volume-quilt
Though I am biased -- I love pastels. I think you can get some contrast/interest in varying the shades used and using contrasting colors, even if they're in softer tones.
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Ummm... the point of this quilt - a wedding gift - is to show your regard for the couple, right? In which case, this quilt's importance is the love that's sewn into it. Perhaps the *next* quilt you can do in colors that you find pleasing, but this one should be done with the bridal couple in mind. If the quilt is done in *their* colors, they will cherish it. And that's what makes most quilters happy... the thought that our creations will be enjoyed!
And who knows, if you give this pale color combination your best shot, you may find that you appreciate the delicate beauty of the colors when all is done. Think positive!
And who knows, if you give this pale color combination your best shot, you may find that you appreciate the delicate beauty of the colors when all is done. Think positive!
#27
I'm not a big fan of neutrals either, but I've seen some really gorgeous quilts that were done in neutrals.
I recently did a fancy half log cabin pillow in shades of cream and tan with just that single 1/2" square of a dark red in the center (upper corner) of each block. I love it! Not in a hurry to do another one, but that is more because it was 1" strips than because it was neutrals.
I recently did a fancy half log cabin pillow in shades of cream and tan with just that single 1/2" square of a dark red in the center (upper corner) of each block. I love it! Not in a hurry to do another one, but that is more because it was 1" strips than because it was neutrals.
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I just posted this super-easy quilt photo on another thread. Simple Logs from www.quiltedtreasures.net .[ATTACH=CONFIG]406276[/ATTACH]
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