The album blocks shown here are the result of a challenge issued to a group of friends. It began with a pattern for a traditional vase of flowers and the idea of seeing how many different ways we could interpret a single design. A study of period styles and other specific design elements helped us to discover what colors, fabrics and techniques were key to each style. Working as a group helped us to see results more quickly and provided a good learning experience for all of us. And, of course, working with friends is always fun!
I will be offering this challenge to my Journal subscribers at a later date. Full descriptions of fabric choices, colors, and techniques used will be included in the workshop. Who's ready for a challenge?
I will be offering this challenge to my Journal subscribers at a later date. Full descriptions of fabric choices, colors, and techniques used will be included in the workshop. Who's ready for a challenge?
Traditional Baltimore style made by Rebecca Whetstone
Dimensional Red and Green made by Janet Hamilton
Folk Art style made by Sheila Kennedy
1930's style made by Jo Ann Lischynski
Realistic shapes and colors made by Anita Shackelford
Non-traditional colors made by Glenda Clark
Non-traditional fabrics made by Connie St. Clair
Before you begin your next appliqué project, think about the look that you want to achieve. Choose your fabrics to set the mood. Make adjustments in stem sizes and flower shapes to create the look you want. Add dimensional techniques and embroidery embellishments to make the quilt what you want it to be. And, most of all, have fun!
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The techniques used in creating these blocks can be found in my Three-Dimensional Applique book, published by AQS in 1992.
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