I had a snow day Friday and used it to work on my bargello.
Like Bonnie, I am a thrift store plaid shirt fan, and a popular class here is when I have a simple pattern and a plaid exchange. People come with at least 4 whole shirts, I have a table for each shade and have my plaids scattered. People mix and match and come out with a wonderful assortment. I am always amazed at the variety and wonder where those shirts were when I was at the thrift.
My strips were up on the board and l liked how it looked with one set uncut so I left it that way--added an asymmetry to the whole thing.
I am not going to put on borders--"engaging the edge" (a phrase from Weeks Ringle).
How terrific. I have a friend who said he was cleaning out his shirt closet, so I put my dibs on whatever he had. I will review them for important work (like quilting)and then go from there. :-) But it would also be a fun event for my quilt group to have a plaid shirt "gathering". We have had a couple of other 'events' that I have gleaned from others blogs - thanks for all the good ideas.
ReplyDeleteHave a great Wednesday.
Marne
What a great-looking quilt! I love it!
ReplyDeleteNow that's a cuddly one!
ReplyDeleteThis one looks like a great one for cuddling on the couch!
ReplyDeleteThat one looks lovely -- and I love the fact that this one will be going to the edge of the design. What fun work!
ReplyDeleteLove the soft look of this quilt.
ReplyDeleteOh it is so wonderful! I"m getting really hooked on all these plaids!
ReplyDeleteSuper idea to leave one section uncut. I think I'll try that on my next bargello for Pine Ridge reservation. I'm all for creative thoughts that also make the work less or easier.
ReplyDeleteI recognize some of those plaids!
ReplyDeleteGreat quilt, Lynn!!
Sharon