Need Input, Please?
#151
Originally Posted by mimistutz
At first I thought the first one was a little busy too, but I still think it is the best color and I don't think red would work at all.
I have a question that I've been wondering about for quite a while. I'm just starting to quilt and am still on basic square patch things. But, I have a pillow my mother made using this pattern and would like to make a quilt sometime using it. I was never sure how to assemble it. Are the "plates" sewn onto squares or a full size backing? It didn't look pieced (other than the "plate").
I have a question that I've been wondering about for quite a while. I'm just starting to quilt and am still on basic square patch things. But, I have a pillow my mother made using this pattern and would like to make a quilt sometime using it. I was never sure how to assemble it. Are the "plates" sewn onto squares or a full size backing? It didn't look pieced (other than the "plate").
Well, I saw this method on Missour Star Quilt Company's tutorials and it's SO much easier than doing them by hand! The plates are attached to 14" squares although, depending upon the background I may make mine 16" squares and then sash the squares then border and backing. A friend of mine did hers in the QAYG style (quilt as you go) where you complete each block as a sandwich (top, batting, backing) then quilt it, then attach the sections together w/a 1.5" sash.
#152
Originally Posted by Susan P
I like the first one, but I might consider doing a different color center. Something that blends in with the plate, instead of the background, but still stands out. But as is, it looks good. Keep up the good work! I found doing my first and only, dresden Plate to be somewhat challenging. I did mine with rounded edges, but I really like what you did with the having it pointed. :thumbup:
#154
Originally Posted by skavanau
And by the way the dresdens are absolutley gorgeous. Beautiful job.....
#157
Originally Posted by gollytwo
I like them all. I recommend that you choose a background that your Grandmother would love.
#158
Originally Posted by cowgirl
I like #1 too. Sorry about your grandma, sure makes a hole in our lives.
#159
Originally Posted by Carol Carter
I think I would go with the bright blue. Sash with red and maybe put a gold star between sashing or a gold square. See my avatar for what I mean by the star. This is beautiful.
#160
Originally Posted by pegquilter8
The first. I too lost my GM in 2000. She did not quilt or any craft exc. a brief knitting foray. She made a shawl that she gave to me as I was (and still am) the only sewer,crafter in family. She knew I would love it. I DO.
When missing her, I wrap it around me and know how much I was loved. Could you do the same and feel her energy and guidance?
When missing her, I wrap it around me and know how much I was loved. Could you do the same and feel her energy and guidance?
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