Civil War GFG samples-What do you think?

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07-03-2012, 07:47 PM

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charhend

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I love the colors that you picked out. I started a GFG about 15 years ago! Someday I hope to complete it. I wish you the best of luck on getting your's done in a more timely manner than me.

07-03-2012, 08:20 PM

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rrhaigh

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Originally Posted by charhend

I love the colors that you picked out. I started a GFG about 15 years ago! Someday I hope to complete it. I wish you the best of luck on getting your's done in a more timely manner than me.

I worried about that prior to starting this project! I will work on it in the evenings when my husband is watching TV. I also plan to work on it when we take trips - I recently retired, so we take more trips than we used to. I know this project will take a long time, but I enjoy the hand work - at least I can be productive in the evenings while the TV is on (I am not much of a TV watcher, but want to spend time with hubby). I originally planned to do king size quilt, but got realistic and settled on a lap quilt!

07-03-2012, 08:40 PM

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rrhaigh

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Originally Posted by dottiequilts

I just got "English Paper Piecing" by Vicki Bellino. There is a quilt in there done with similar colors. It has a black outer fabric that has hints of gold in it. The quilt in the book is gorgeous, and yours will be too. I just started one in red, white and blue fabrics for my nephew.

I just went on-line and looked at the book you mentioned. I love it and I just ordered it from Amazon.com. I can't wait to get it and check out all the designs and background choices. Thank you for sharing about the book.

07-03-2012, 10:10 PM

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w7sue

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I love them - my vote would be to continue - but, I love Civil War prints and have several quilts made with them.

07-04-2012, 04:02 AM

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linmid

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It makes me think of a fall garden, so no I don't think it is too dull.

07-04-2012, 04:56 AM

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hairquilt

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I think they are beautiful!! Keep going!!

07-04-2012, 06:11 AM

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gollytwo

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Quote:

Originally Posted by charhend

I love the colors that you picked out. I started a GFG about 15 years ago! Someday I hope to complete it. I wish you the best of luck on getting your's done in a more timely manner than me.

I began one as a crib quilt for my first grandson using fabrics from family clothing.
Still in the works and he turned 20 last month

07-22-2012, 12:38 PM

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katydidkg

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Why not try some flowers with darker or medium print hexies around the outside and light for the center ? I've never done a GMF, but civil war or Kansas Troubles fabrics would be my choice.