Now that I have finished the Red quilt, I looked back over the 'homework' I have done learning all the fun QAYG methods. I believe I have enough quilts and just enough drawers to put them in. Ha! Not one has any Dawg hair on it and I plan to keep them that way.
I like all the methods, but am most satisfied with the flip and sew+insert batting process, because from the front it looks just like a regularly quilted quilt. The first quilt (below) and the last one used this method almost entirely. The last two panels of the Red Quilt were joined with narrow connector strips, but I integrated those better by choosing red to join red, so it is less noticeable.
Now here's what motivated me to do all these pieced semi-traditional quilts: I wanted that future someone who discovers all my work and may know nothing at all about art quilts, to see this side of quilting to balance out all the other kinds of quilts I've made. Compare and Contrast...
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I feel it is time to return to wall quilts, and see what is next for me.
Love, love the red one being partial to red.
ReplyDeleteWhat continues to amaze me is, not just your talent, the speed and ease that you create outstanding and beautiful works.
Seeing all the bed quilts together really showcases the contemporary twist on the traditional.
Well done lady, very well done.
OMG, I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the red quilt!
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WOW! I so look forward to your blog updates. They keep me so motivated to quilt and try new things. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful display of your recent fun, colorful. beautiful work. I enjoy reading your blog every morning hoping for pix like these (and of your darling dawgs, of course)!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing!
(thought I'd left a comment but I'll try again!)
ReplyDeleteI don't think anyone can have enough quilts (but clearly your mileage varies) - especially not if they're like that red one which I am as much in love with from the first time I saw it.
I'm going to have to try the flipn'stitch method on my next QAYG- in the meantime, looking forward to seeing what you do next!
I'm curious to See with what Kind of Wall quilts You're Coming up!
ReplyDeleteNo matter which direction you go, your wonderful sense of color and value shine through. You are my morning cup of joy. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI love looking at all those quilts. The pink is my favorite. But wall quilts may be easier because they're smaller?
ReplyDeleteI like how you blend traditional with pop.
I love the quilts, especially the one with the Kaffe Fassett fabrics and the red one. I am continually amazed by how quickly you finish your quilts. You are always an inspiration, and I'm looking forward to seeing what you create next!
ReplyDeleteMelody-- I have to say what I'm sure everyone who see's your work is thinking--- "Wow, this woman is GIFTED!!!" and they would be right. YOU are :):) I love your work. Big or small I love it all. Your work always gives makes me happy. Hugs -- Sandie
ReplyDeleteWow spectacular. One of my problems is that i change my tastes and I work so slow that i don't have a cohesive look like you do. I love them all!
ReplyDeletePut them in drawers??? How sad is that......they're to beautiful.
ReplyDeletealways love to see the bold colors you use. i like how you made the matching headboard for the last pix.
ReplyDeletemmm.. if I had to pick a favorite, it would take me awhile, even then I don't know which one I would pick. They are fantastic. Love the color themes, graphics, and good luck with the dog hair business. Keep up the good work. Thanks for sharing with us.
ReplyDeleteWauw! I lóve your colors! And your quilts! Very inripational!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing!
WOW! That's all, just WOW!
ReplyDeleteSimply gorgeous, Melody!
ReplyDeleteDivine. such a shame that they are put away in drawers. But I understand. I have mine on the bed, upside down with a commercial bedspread on top to keep the dog hair off. But I appreciate what I am sleeping under.
ReplyDeleteLove each of these. You are such an inspiration! Wanted to tell you that I'm in Paducah at the moment and visited your pieces in the museum the other day. Magnificent!
ReplyDeleteYou color snse is very unique and bright. I like it! I think I have something to learn here from looking at your quilts and inspiration. Thanks for your beautiful blog.
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