And ended up with a very rich looking blend of fabrics that I'm really happy with. My mix includes 2 pieces of voile that are part of the "Greenfield Hill" line. They're my favorite prints in the line, so I had to include them, but have never worked with voile before.
I decided to use the pattern from The Practical Guide to Patchwork by Elizabeth Hartman called "Superstar". It's a pretty traditional block, but uses solids to make it a bit more contemporary. I plan on using several neutral solids in taupes, creams and tans.
I tried 2 blocks today, using a slight variation to the pattern. I made the background pieces a little larger, so the points will not go to the edge of the block. I think that will make me happy when I go to put the blocks together.
I tried 2 blocks today, using a slight variation to the pattern. I made the background pieces a little larger, so the points will not go to the edge of the block. I think that will make me happy when I go to put the blocks together.
Wow, I love that!!!!
ReplyDeleteI think the voile will mellow out a bit once you actually get it on top of batting & quilted - I used AMH voiles in a quilt, and it looked (and felt!) great once quilted - my only mistake was to use a less substantial solid RK voile also, and you could really see the seams on that - the prints & quality of the Free Spirit voile really help to disguise the seams in the finished product!
ReplyDeleteYour fabrics look so lovely together, I can't wait to see your finished quilt!
ReplyDeleteThank you for including a link to me!!
I love the blocks! I can't wait to start sewing with this fabric!
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