Abstract Design. Ellen Lindner, AdventureQuilter.com/blog

Abstract Design

I continued working on my latest quilt, using lots of trial and error. This is where I left off in the last blog post. I decided against the strong stripes in the lower left.

Ellen Lindner's design process: moving fabrics around, trying to create sparkle and energy. AdventureQuilter.com/blog

This closer shot shows how I first, fold the fabrics to audition placement and size. I cut into them when I get confidant with my plan, but I don’t do the piecing until near the end.

Ellen Lindner's design process: moving fabrics around, trying to create sparkle and energy. AdventureQuilter.com/blog

Compare this next photo to the one at the top of the page. I decided I needed some more blue. And I also wanted to enlarge the yellow area near the center. (And to do so with an irregular shape.)

Ellen Lindner's design process: moving fabrics around, trying to create sparkle and energy. AdventureQuilter.com/blog

Here, the background is completely pieced, although I’m auditioning a few little spots of color which I intend to fuse on.

Abstract Design. Ellen Lindner, AdventureQuilter.com/blog

Time to assess what I’ve got. Is it interesting enough? Does it have enough energy? Does it need something else?

What about some skinny and loose black circles? I auditioned the idea on my computer.

Abstract Design. Ellen Lindner, AdventureQuilter.com/blog

Well, I liked the circles, but not the black. What about yellow?

Abstract Design. Ellen Lindner, AdventureQuilter.com/blog

Yes, I think that will do!

I should have this finished soon and I’m looking forward to showing you the finished project.

Ellen Lindner

 

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