Burda Style For people who sew

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  Jan 1, 2011, 06.30 PMby allygally

  Thanks everyone!

  The quilt pattern is from the book One Block Wonder(s), by Maxine Rosenthal (I think, I’ve been making these for so long I can’t remember exactly… But if you google it you’ll find it.) I really prefer art quilts over traditional quilts, so these have become a staple in my creativity.

  For kaleidoscopes I try to choose fabrics that have a lot of natural movement to them. They work best when there is a big color contrast, but not too many colors in the print itself. The fish fabric was perfect because it incorporated a lot of energy in the way the fish turned their tails and such.

  Ralf, the machine quilting was the kicker on this one… I started off using my embroidery machine to do the quilting, but I only have a small hoop and it was taking too long! I am a little embarrassed to admit that I started this for my son in 2007. So I simplified the machine quilting and just called it good so he could have it on his bed before he became a teenager. Using the embroidery machine to do the quilting was a cool concept in theory but in real life it wasn’t real feasible.

  Anyway, I am ultimately very pleased with the end result. :-) I know the “busyness” isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but I like it!
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  Jan 1, 2011, 01.11 PMby Gabriele Yorlano

  Very nice. This style quilt is on my to do list. What is the name/pattern?
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  Jan 1, 2011, 12.38 PMby carolabrauns

  I never thought that such a colourful fabric looks good as a quilt. But the way you choose the pattern is great.
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  Jan 1, 2011, 09.33 AMby Ralf Schmitz

  this is just amazing! too beautiful for words! i love your quilt work showing on the backside! it is just amazing!