Monday, August 22, 2011
Playing with solids
This is going to be a piece, I think, of a wall quilt for my partner in the Love of Solids [a modern swap]. I have wanted to make this swirly hexagon block since I saw it done by The Parfait Cafe (go here, her quilt is wonderful). She also provided a handy tutorial to make the block here, which I used.
So my idea for the finished item was different to start, but a creative friend challenged me to make sure I added a part of me to the whole project. So I am doing that and I am far more excited and also nervous about it. I hope my partner will like it in the end, there is a fair bit more to go, this part is only 6.5" wide by 22" long so far.
These are the start of my smaller project for the same swap. I have some quilting ideas to try out on them. I am having fun with this grown up palette which feels very modern in a totally retro way to me.
Tonight I hope to try another interesting block that another friend just whipped up for me. Internet friends are the best!
Best,
Leanne
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16 comments:
Hi Leanne, I popped over from the swap pool to see what you're up to - I love this grown up palette, too. But wait, those swirls are < 6.5" across??? What? That's so tiny! This would make a stunning table runner - very classy!
beautiful palette ... lovely work :)
Very cool! Looks like a lovely project for some lucky someone!!
Leanne, the colors you have chosen for the swirly hexagon block are just gorgeous. :)
I'm loving those hexagons...soooo cool. can't wait to see what you're going to come up with.......beautiful colours.
Oh Leanne I love those hexie pieced blocks, have to go to work soon so will explore more later. They kinda remind me of snail trail.
PS - Have a look at Catherine's comment on Mystery flickr - might be another option for you.
Those hexagons are stunning & brilliant use of the solids! It's good to try new things and give ourselves a challenge once in while. Jxo
Your swap pieces are looking really great :-)
Love the swirly hexagon blocks, gorgeous colours.
I'm loving those swirly hexagons and this yummy palette, Leanne. Just gorgeous!
Oh it is so beautiful Leanne! I truly LOVE those swirly hexagons, I think I see some in my future now!
That is SO cool!!! Wow! I love it!!
Popped over from the Across the Sea QAL group - I love the palette you have used...acqua blues, neutrals and browns are so pretty. Love the swirly hexagons - must check out the tutorial.
Playing with awesome!!
I love the colors and the design of hexagons congratulate!
Leanne, please just lets pretend I'm your partner and send these to me! I love, love, love the colour palette!!!
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