How much time do you spend contemplating the background fabric for your projects?
Setting the stage for showing off your designs and quilting,
the background can become a major player in your quilt.
I auditioned many backgrounds for my project.
Should I go dark?
Dark is always dramatic.
What about a totally white background?
That would certainly show off my quilting.
What about a neutral?
A neutral grey, certainly not my first choice, became my best choice.
Another instance that proves to me that I shouldn't be shortsighted
and try even the "wrong" fabrics.
This blue/grey batik shows off my design fabrics without competing with them.
It seems to suit better than the stark contrast of a black or white fabric.
But, now I am questioning...
Is it a bit too boring?
Should I do something to make this background become a bit more interesting?
I pieced together strips of similar fabrics and
placed them over my batik.
Will this up the look of my background
without becoming overpowering?
Should I cut my background and
insert the pieced sections?
Time for a bit of contemplating..........
I like a light pieced background. I did one recently for "A Crown Of Beauty Instead"
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Did you try seeing how they look against a blue? Might make them pop.
ReplyDeleteSometimes I need to let a project 'marinate' overnight on my design wall, then I take a family poll. lol. Usually I go with my first impulse.
ReplyDeleteJulie, I lik your pieced background. It really adds interest.
ReplyDeleteSylvia, blue is a fabulous choice and I've used it successfully in several quilts. I wanted to go in a different direction this time. You have to try new ideas.
You are so right about leaving a project marinate and then come back with fresh eyes.
Thank you all for the wonderful suggestions.