Croton Quilt: Getting Started
After a false start on my croton quilt, I selected new fabrics and was ready to go again. I love these hand dyes. And I think the addition of commercial prints makes the mix even better.
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After deciding on dark blue as the background color, it was time to get started. I layered irregular fabric pieces in place, leaving the muslin showing in areas where blue was not needed. (See my inspiration photo here.)
I really enjoyed constructing the first large leaf. I love the vibrant colors and way the veins add details. I think I’ll try some unusual colors for the veins. Maybe bright blue for this leaf. (Click to see.)
I’m having fun!
Ellen Lindner
Looking Good, really like the blue
Thanks, Nanette!
I LOVE it!. How did you insert those teeny lines between the sections of the leaf? TIA, Sally
Thanks, Sally! Each leaf section is a separate piece of fabric with a a gap left between them. Nothing is permanently attached yet, so it’s a simple matter to slip the vein fabric underneath.
Ellen