Monthly Archives: December 2019

Reflective Surfaces….

Posted on December 30, 2019 by Paula

Last week I mentioned the use of “reflective surfaces” to add interest to a photograph–that seems a rather obvious action when using a camera. How do we add “reflective surfaces” to our quilts? There are multiple answers with complex variations! … Continue reading →

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Artfully Arranged? Compositions?

Posted on December 22, 2019 by Paula

“Compositions matter. Artfully arranged anything can become a thing of beauty.” Years ago I discovered this quote from the talented designer Barbara Barry in House Beautiful, January 2013. She put into words my own lifelong interest in everyday living. Our … Continue reading →

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Speculations Abound

Posted on December 16, 2019 by Paula

Every time I make a Time Span quilt I speculate about my co-creator. That is, my unknown co-creator. For a reason, unknown to me, she was not able to finish the blocks, the embroidery or the quilt top. How did … Continue reading →

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Expanding Energy Everywhere!

Posted on December 8, 2019 by Paula

“The color palette [of polyester double knit fabric in the late 1960s and early 1970s] was eye-popping, gaudy, sometimes bizarre, and unfailingly cheerful,” notes blogger Suzanne Labry. I’m guessing this was the motivation of the quilter who set these vintage … Continue reading →

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Composition, or Setting the Stage….

Posted on December 2, 2019 by Paula

“Life for a quilt comes through the play of one element against another. Color, shape, value and texture all play a part in the visual impact.” My observations about vibrant quilts can be applied to this photo from Crete, Greece. … Continue reading →

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