I’ve been having fun working on my “sour dough” quilt.
First, I decided on the placement of the leftover blocks. I cut a few of them into smaller units.
I’m a believer in this quote from Sally Sellers, “It only takes a little ugly; just enough to make the other colors sing.” So, should I add a little ugly? I decided a small amount of yellow would do the trick.
A nice start. Then, I added even more.
I like it. What do you think?
Finally, I added the skinny dark teal strips. Because they’re so high contrast, they add a lot of drama, and really make the composition.
In the photo above, I started quilting it. I had lots of good suggestions about a title. But, to me, it seemed to represent some sort of social interaction. A lively, happy one. So, the name “Party Chatter” seemed to fit. Here’s the finished piece.
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What do you think about adding a little bit of ugly?
Ellen Lindner
Love it.
Thanks, Kathy!
Love it. When I first saw it I couldn’t imagine what it would look like when it was finished. It’s amazing what the yellow and the teal stripes did to make it sing.
Thanks, Jane. I agree with you. Those last two steps really brought it together.
Re:”ugly” absolutely invite them to the party, as they might just be a little shy, and will welcome the opportunity to make some new friends😊
Great analogy, Nancy!
Masterful use of color & placement….not to mention it began with leftover blocks!!! It’s a wonderful piece.
Thanks, Mary!
Great placement and so colorful…….
Thanks, Valerie. It was fun to build.
Looks like the seating arrangement and colors worn in our SS Class yesterday. Well named!
Great comparison, Nancy!
Wow, amazing how the “connectors” pulled this together. Even more than the yellow, I think
I agree with you, Michele: the teal strips MAKE the quilt. I’m trying to figure out why. Maybe because they create such high contrast. Something to ponder and to perhaps use again.
Wow! I really like the end result, Ellen! Great job!
Thanks, Judith!