A manly sort of quilt that I made for myself
07-18-2009, 01:05 PM
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Nice work. Definitely a man-quilt!
I have to say, guys, that I'm surprised you don't feel you can use lighter colors in your quilts. Not pinks, not flowery prints, but there's nothing unmanly about light blue, spring green, yellow, cream, tan. Or using any color as an accent color.
Actually, you're inspiring me to come upwith a bunch of designs for man-quilts that aren't all dark or solid. I'm a new quilter, so it'll be some time before I get to them, but ideas I got!
I have to say, guys, that I'm surprised you don't feel you can use lighter colors in your quilts. Not pinks, not flowery prints, but there's nothing unmanly about light blue, spring green, yellow, cream, tan. Or using any color as an accent color.
Actually, you're inspiring me to come upwith a bunch of designs for man-quilts that aren't all dark or solid. I'm a new quilter, so it'll be some time before I get to them, but ideas I got!
07-18-2009, 01:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Gary
you say that your stash is very different from your wife's I think there may be something to it.
[IMG]http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b45/E-G-L/Stash_2.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b45/E-G-L/Stash_1.jpg[/IMG]
07-18-2009, 01:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Lisanne
Nice work. Definitely a man-quilt!
I have to say, guys, that I'm surprised you don't feel you can use lighter colors in your quilts. Not pinks, not flowery prints, but there's nothing unmanly about light blue, spring green, yellow, cream, tan. Or using any color as an accent color.
Actually, you're inspiring me to come upwith a bunch of designs for man-quilts that aren't all dark or solid. I'm a new quilter, so it'll be some time before I get to them, but ideas I got!
I have to say, guys, that I'm surprised you don't feel you can use lighter colors in your quilts. Not pinks, not flowery prints, but there's nothing unmanly about light blue, spring green, yellow, cream, tan. Or using any color as an accent color.
Actually, you're inspiring me to come upwith a bunch of designs for man-quilts that aren't all dark or solid. I'm a new quilter, so it'll be some time before I get to them, but ideas I got!
07-18-2009, 02:05 PM
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Eddie, I am woman, but I guess I like the manly fabric you have! I am just learning to like brights, but have always loved everyone's brighter quilts.
And I love your manly quilt. Do you order your fabric on line or get it at a LQS? Do you have a quilt in mind when you but your fabric?
And I love your manly quilt. Do you order your fabric on line or get it at a LQS? Do you have a quilt in mind when you but your fabric?
07-18-2009, 03:50 PM
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I just showed JB your "manly sort of quilt" He really likes it...he said "No man would be ashamed of being under THAT quilt!!" LOL Which translates to he reeeeaallllly likes it, and a hint for me to get busy. Guess I may have to go shopping for some manly type fabrics of my own LOL. I'm not complaining a bit...any excuse to go fabric shopping will do in my book :twisted: :twisted:
07-18-2009, 04:10 PM
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Originally Posted by beachlady
Do you order your fabric on line or get it at a LQS? Do you have a quilt in mind when you but your fabric?
07-18-2009, 05:00 PM
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Pure artistry! I am not just speaking of your quilt (which is fabulous). Even your respective "stashes" are beautifully arranged and displayed. Look forward to seeing more quilts created by men....It truly adds a different dimension and makes us look at colour and design in an alternate way. Viva la difference!
Keep quilting guys!!!
Keep quilting guys!!!
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