The last steps of my process ...... after getting the basics together I had to decide how to finish the quilting. I chose a shiny black thread to outline the petals and then filled in with a gold metallic thread.
Then how to finish the outer border..... I cut and placed fuzzy yarns which almost made the final cut...
or how about adding a clay snake or worm? and do I add the black and white dotted fabric as binding or a yellow binding?
No, I chose to face the quilt and keep it simple with the clay wiggle and four simple beads.
I'm wondering if I added too much and should remove the clay pieces and go for even simpler. But for now it stays.
Some close ups ... I did get some raw edges with the green strips as hoped for and I love the leaf prints in Lisa's sun-prints!
Thanks Vicki for another fun challenge!
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Lovely piece that truly reflects your personality. Me...I think the clay should stay. It's not too much!
ReplyDeleteGina, beautiful! I agree with Brigette, you really shine through this piece! I love the addition of clay ... it's you!
ReplyDeleteI love the way you've incorporated both your passions- the clay adds to the piece, especially the four corner beads. Love the colors, love how the sunprint adds to the quilt. This one really is you, Gina.
ReplyDeleteI can just imagine how wonderful your garden is! I like your clay bits mixed in with the fibre - like Beverly says, combining your passions. It definitely works!
ReplyDeleteThe use of the sun printed fabric, is a good complement to the flower. You have included everything except the aromatic smell of a garden in bloom on a warm spring day. The clay adds a dash of whimsy!
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