This stripe is an interesting thing. I liked that it worked as a counterbalance to the checks and little fussy prints and I thought the darkest of the blues would help echo the darkest blue shirt and stop all the mid-tones predominating. Sadly, I didn't like it as much as I thought I would once it was in the quilt, so I went ahead and took it out. But I can see that it looks much better in the photos I shared than it does in real life and the arguments for its inclusion are still valid, so I fully intend to keep it in the pile and start adding it back in, though possibly in smaller bits. It's not in these photos, but I reckon next time I post, it will be in there again.
I still like the notion of separating my curvy claws with something, so I have had a go with the crosses.
Of course nothing is carved in stone, but right now I think the six blocks on the left will be staying as they are. The right hand bits are more by way of an experiment. I am playing around trying to work out how symmetrical or asymmetrical I want to be, taking into account that in some versions I like how the blocks interact a lot, and in others I do not like them one tiny little bit. I don't feel like I'm stuck, just playing still, but it does also feel like these blocks might turn out to be a bit contrary.
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I really like that the curves rotate around and are not always in the same orientation to one another on the left hand side. I think that keeps things moving and really interesting.
I looked at it very closely to learn how you did these curvy claws as you call them. I think I have to try it out to understand it. Yes the crosses are a good interruption. As every time I love to see your progress. Curious how the stripes will fit in. Love it :-)
How fun! a transformation is happening, good journey.
You always come up with the most interesting combinations of blocks. I would have never thought to put little crosses with the claw blocks.
I actually do like the stripe and love the crosses! Play time is important I find, but frustrates me when I fall out of love with the design I have and keep changing. I need more patience. I also find that sometimes I take a camera photo and don't feel to happy with it but when it comes up on my computer I am!
Loving this combo of elements. Looking forward to seeing where your 'playing' ends up...
Love the curved claws. You are getting so good at those. It takes a while to understand how to cut and sew them, doesn't it. I like the stripe but agree it's not in the right place. Perhaps as a border or partial border? Your crosses work well, especially where you used the gingham that's the same as the background as the lower left claw. So many thoughtful parts. Thanks for sharing.
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