Ever have one of those weeks when nothing looks right to you? I feel like that is where I am right now. I really loved this mum print fabrics in fall colors. However, once I crated something with it, I find I don’t like it as much as I did when I was just ogling over the fabric. I look at them and wonder If I should have used a dark blue solid instead of the green? But, I like green. I don’t know. Maybe it will look better when it is all put together. I just don’t know.
Maybe I should of just walked away last night when I sewed something completely backwards. Usually a clear sign to stop what you are doing for a bit. Unfortunately, I never take my own advice.
Happy Sewing
Happy Quilting
Happy Friday
You know, sometimes we are our harshest critics.
I know what you mean about times that NOTHING looks right.
I usually send a photo of the problem product to my sister.
She is an artist and I love to have her look at it.
She gives great suggestions and support.
It always helps to have a second pair of eyes.
I find it also helps to set it aside for awhile.
My QOV is sitting in a bin because I am at an impasse as to what to do next.
I think the colors and fabric you chose go well together.
I am interested in seeing the end results.
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Thank you. I always appreciate your comments.
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Hi Lori, you have described my no sewing week – just hoop jumping.
The only thing that you might consider is color contrast. I had to learn this one. If you look at the yellow and green there is contrast – a medium and a dark. I would use a lighter green and see if you like it better. The other three have no contrast and that is why the pinwheel is not showing up like you want it to.
Hope your weekend is better. I am drowning in Drama here! UGH
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Oh No, no one likes drama….. I am your sounding board if need be.
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Such an interesting comment! I didn’t even notice the contrast issues until you pointed it out. Now I feel like I will always see such a thing because it is so obvious. I wouldn’t say the yellow one is the good one though – if she’s going for a subdued look, the others would be the winners. But there is definitely a “one of these things is not like the others” thing going on here.
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Now that song is stuck in my head…..
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“One of these things just doesn’t belong.”
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Hey Lori, what about a more scrappy effect using some light green as mentioned above, and some with a cream? Just brainstorming with you. I like the green you have, maybe just some lighter ones to go along with it?
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I have so many greens. Need to get them out and lay everything together. Thanks Kathy. Always appreciate your advice.
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Ooh, that could turn out really nice! Whatever you decide will be best for you. 😉
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Thanks Kathy
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I see what you are saying. It looks like too much contrast. I remember the days of sewing things together all night then taking them apart in the daylight. Arrrg.
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I think these are beautiful. Perhaps you have something on your mind. Maybe putting a red border around for contrast. A tiny thought. Love them though. 🙂
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Red might be the thing. Thanks for thinking for me!
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My pleasure! 😄
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Lori, I don’t think there is anything wrong with your color choices. If you quilt only the green sections, the windmills will pop out and change the appearance completely. Will you be adding sashing, border or binding? If so, play with a neutral color or perhaps use some color wheel principles. No worries, just have fun.
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Never thought of just quilting the solids. Excellent idea. Thanks fir the Help.
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Super cute fabrics. Makes me want to sew some pinwheels.
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I give my self very good advice, but I very seldom follow it…:). Things always look better and easier to fix in the morning. I like your blocks, but you are the one working on them so…. you were wise to take a break❤️❤️
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Thanks Tracy!
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Walk away from it for awhile and come back to it. When I do that I often get a gut reaction to how I feel about what I’ve been working on.
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Great Idea, Thanks.
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We’ve all had weeks like that. I agree with the plan to put it away for a while. Good luck!
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Imagine them with either alternating blocks or stripping and see what you think.
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I will give it a try. Thanks!
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