Whew - this is a HUGE project for a DSM, MQ'ed, in free form designs. I am putting on the last 2 borders using Quilt as you Go, technique (thank you Georgia Bonesteel), to reduce the bulk - this quilt is abut 88" x 107".
As I was working, I had the feeling it was "getting away from me". I don't know what that means, perhaps self doubt? The border quilting keeps it all straight and true, flat, but I think the center quilting might need more. Kinda late now for more quilting in the blocks, but I've been considering MQ'ing invisible thread between the blocks. Oh dear, more work? Suggestions anyone? Perhaps blocking will reduce the poofiness I'm not really loving in those blocks. I like the quilting swirl designs I showed recently on the plexiglas. You can't see any poofiness in these photos.
Has anyone else experienced a quilt project "getting away from you" or the feeling that you are "losing control"?
The dark border on 2 sides is DONE. 2 more sides to go, then DONE. I LOVE the dog/shark teeth! They turned out well and were not difficult at all.
I am a quilter - a retired widow living in the Nebraska Panhandle. I am surrounded by beautiful semi-arid ranch country, and treeless hills and fields under incredibly wide blue skies, located far from the upheaval found often in large towns or cities. I am blessed to have delicious time to quilt and to appreciate my peaceful moments in an unpeaceful world.
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Thursday, June 01, 2017
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