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    Old 02-09-2014, 09:24 AM
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    I'm partial to the disappearing 9 patch. Use the light background in the corners, the dark on the sides, and maybe a fabric with the same color as the light background for the center. Or even a coral - would give it more southwestern. Ann
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    Old 02-09-2014, 10:10 AM
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    Originally Posted by Lynneander
    Almost two years ago I bought this fabric as the local quilt store was going out of business. I have gone through pages and pages of patterns, but just can't seem to find one I like. I would like to keep the pieces rather large so as to not lose too much of the design. I would really appreciate any suggestions!
    How about this one? http://quilterscache.com/A/Anvil2Block.html

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    Old 02-09-2014, 07:05 PM
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    Thanks so much for all your suggestions. Just when I think I've seen everything possible, more ideas are right around the corner! Now to make a decision and get cutting!
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    Old 02-10-2014, 04:33 AM
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    10 minute block uses 10 inch squares and pieces up FAST. You would only need one more fabric for the center. Look it up on u-tube.
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    Old 02-10-2014, 04:34 AM
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    You could make a template the size of the designs in your fabric and fussy cut the motifs. Then add strip borders to achieve the block size you would like to have. There are patterns that give an attic windows effect or a shadowbox effect that would enhance your motifs. The motifs are really cute and southwest.
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    Old 02-10-2014, 05:50 AM
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    I did this one for my niece a few years ago - I can not remember the name but it was VERY easy and showcased the fabrics. All it was - was a rectangle of the focus fabric with two strips of the background fabric added to the long edges to make it a square.
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    Old 02-10-2014, 07:30 AM
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    OMG that fabric is gorgeous....Moda did a line several years back with this kind of design, kind of southwestern, but not batiks....I have the whole collection put away to make a quilt for me. I was going to use a variation of Yellow Brick Road
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    Old 02-10-2014, 07:36 AM
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    They'd look great in a D9P done with large (6 to 8 inch) squares, with maybe a solid turquoise or brown for the center square.
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    Old 02-10-2014, 07:40 AM
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    When I saw your fabric, I immediately thought American Indian Tribal. Ditto what Otis said. also.
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    Old 02-10-2014, 07:44 AM
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    I second the Warm Wishes with the focus fabric changing row by row.
    http://www.quiltmaker.com/patterns/d....html?idx=5185_
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