This is one of quilt teacher Cara Gulati's quilts. This one is not in her book. In it you can see 5 scrolls and 5 ribbons. She taught us how to draw both the scrolls and the ribbons, but I chose to use only scrolls in my design. I'm not really ready to publish a picture of my quilt, since it's still unfinished, with only three of the five scrolls even sewn together. But I will show here my line drawing. This is the one I did standing up, on four taped-together sheets of drawing paper. Then I took it to a copy store and had it enlarged 100%. The center design section of the quilt measures 48"x60". I plan to applique it to a backing fabric--not black as in Cara's quilt, but a very dark blue batik. The third picture shows Carolyn working at one of the high tables. Behind her is the cluster of three tables where Carolyn, Carole, and I worked. At the far rear of the picture can be seen a portion of the fantastic Creations fabric store!
That is a design that I have never seen. I would like to find the letter where you describe Cara's way of applique. I have some memory but want to save that as well. Also, I had not seen the high table in use, but have put my drafting table to such a use, by accident. Thanks for posting these super surprises!
ReplyDeleteI returned to look again. Note the similar movement in both the arch quilt and the new draft, swooping up to upper left. Both work, and it is fun to see the consistency! Also, thanx for the solution to my font situation at Drawing Time.
ReplyDeleteYour scroll reminds me of my drawing in Paul Baker's Drama 101 class - lots of S's positioned one way or another.I haven't thought of that in a while. I love the colors in Cara's quilt - really pretty - can't wait to see yours --- I am here, Alice, so we will be commenting on your blog HERE instead of in our emails. SS
ReplyDeleteHi Alice! Nice to see myself here, feels just like I was standing in the room again with you! You and Carolyn were doing great at the end of class, you were both so close to being done! I am so excited to see your projects! Remember, if you need any help, I am available.
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