Modern Mini Swap #2
 

Modern Mini Quilt swap


Modern mini Quilt Swap
Size; 18" x 24"
1. 100% cotton fabrics
2. must be layered
3. sewing machine quilted
4. Label with your board name and 2012 Modern Mini Quilt Swap #2.
Sign up deadline September 17, 2012
Names assigned September 19, 2012
Mailing deadline October 15, 2012
To sign up send me the following:

Board Name______________________________
Real name___________________________________
Shipping Address________________________________
E mail address_________________________________________

Modern quilting is a new and rapidly growing movement in the quilting world. A group of quilters applied their current tastes and points of view to this traditional craft and shared their work online. Their fresh approach and new designs attracted sewers and quilters and the modern quilting movement was born.
Modern quilting, like all art,changes, grows and adapts from quilter to quilter as they find their own voice.A modern quilt reflect each quilter’s personality and personal style, and as the movement has grown, a modern quilt aesthetic, a set of principles that define and guide the movement, is beginning to emerge.
Modern quilts and quilters:

• Make primarily functional rather than decorative quilts
• Use asymmetry in quilt design
• Rely less on repetition and on the interaction of quilt block motifs
• Contain reinterpreted traditional blocks
• Embrace simplicity and minimalism
• Utilize alternative block structures or lack of visible block structure
• Incorporate increased use of negative space
• Are inspired by modern art and architecture
• Frequently use improvisational piecing
• Contain bold colors, on trend color combinations and graphic prints
• Often use gray and white as neutrals
• Reflect an increased use of solid fabrics
• Focus on finishing quilts on home sewing machines
  Modern quilting has its roots in rebellion, in our desire to do something different, but simultaneously its feet are firmly planted in the field of tradition. Modern quilting is our response to what has come before. We are quilter’s first, modern quilters second. There are however, characteristics that set modern quilters apart from our traditional and art quilting friends.
  Modern quilters are a diverse group of woman and men, young and old, experienced and novice, yet each of us feels the need to differentiate ourselves as modern quilters by how we work,the fabrics we choose, and the aesthetic of our quilts. We create in a way that supports our individual creative needs and our lifestyle preferences. Modern quilters resist the imposition of hard and fast rules for making a quilt. We pick and choose traditional techniques and methods that work for us and at the same time feel free to redefine or reinvent what is possible and allowable in making quilts.
  Modern quilters have embraced the new options available in textiles: bold colors, graphic prints, larger scale prints, and Japanese fabrics. Much like the Amish quilting tradition, many modern quilters are also exploring quilt designs made exclusively with solid fabrics or with just a hint of print.

"Modern quilting has its roots in rebellion, in our desire to do something different..."

I love it... that does define me somewhat :D I am still getting a feel for this newer form of quilting. And will follow this swap to learn more. Can't wait to see everyone's creations.

This sounds like fun!

This looks like a good project for my first swap!

I've been designing the quilt for this swap (Love my EQ7!) If I can get it made by the cutoff deadline, I'll submit my info to participate in the exchange.

Forgive me,lack of sleep maybe...but, whats the topic of this one, or is it do as we please.
Thanks,the last one was so much fun.

Functional, not decorative? Note #1? That can't be right. Many of the modern quilts are wall art.

This sounds interesting, do you have any examples or pictures you could post?

I went out the to Modern Quilt Guild link that was provided and looked at some of their quilts. I also googled Modern Quilt since I wasn't sure either! Today I picked up my fabric to do this one and one for myself. I designed my pattern yesterday and am raring to go!

Last month is was about sewing rooms, no topic so far.
i can do what i want

Theme is open to each person.

Hmm, thought I had posted a comment but it doesn't show. Missed the first swap so am joining this one for sure. Sending PM. (abd, did you get a PM I sent earlier or do I need to send another one)

I totally agree!

Got it!........................

I love it too, I am so glad to be able to do one again. Maybe monthly? sewbeadit

Yes they are, and they are wonderful. I also wondered about that.

This may have been answered but the modern minis are of modern "look". If you look at the one from a couple of months ago it can give you ideas. Also on the swap page it gives you a link to look at and information. Have fun.

Dotty are you joining us? sewbeadit

I'm in...OK? The last MMQS was a blast! Will PM you the info.

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Are we having fun yet? Where is everyone?

I am here! I just spent some time looking at lots of modern quilts and have ordered some fabric. There are Flicker groups on modern quilts and minis. Take a look!! I think it will be a blast to create a small quilt on this swap!

Working on our MMQ's! :)

Have decided what I am going to make and got some fabric ready, just need a couple of additional pieces to make it all come together. Can't wait to see who my partner is :)

I've got two combinations picked out....decisions, decisions...I guess I'll make one to send and one to keep!!!:)

I spent most of yesterday cutting, sewing and quilting my MM. All that is left is finishing the binding. I have enough that I may make one for me, too. This is so much fun! :)

Finished my MM tonight except for doing the label once I know who my swap partner is. Woo hoo! I really enjoyed making this and look forward to seeing what everyone has done.

Hi Sallysaidsew, I checked out your blog and loved the pics on there. I am from Montesano so I am familiar with a lot of the places you took pics of. I also enjoyed your sewing tips, etc.

You are all done with your MM, I haven't started. Will have to get too it. I am drawing a blank for ideas, but I am sure one will come to me here shortly!lol

I've been through Montesano twice and have eaten in a little burger joint in town. Can't remember the name though but it had good milkshakes!

Thanks for the comments on my blog. I need to get back to blogging. I've neglected it for a couple of weeks now.

Three more days to sign up, come join the fun!:)

Sorry, just don't have time right now but will watch for the next one.

I am having fun! Already signed up and contemplating my modern mini!! Can't wait for trading to begin!!!

I finished up my quilt and it's ready to send, went to get info on what I needed to do to sign up for this swap, notice the sizing and my quilt is to small 3" to small! So I'm gonna sit this one out and will catch up with you all the next time. I could kick myself in the rear!:eek:

Donna

Sent pm.....in for mmqs#2.

Lv2sew-did you check to see if the dimensions are a strict rule?........just a thought....always enjoy seeing your creations.

Is this swap still in full swing?..............waiting to hear.

We should find out who we send to today, I think!

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Sent PM, but my name is not on the list. Please advise.