Completed HST projects

[Margo]

Well, it's not quilted yet, but there is no more assembly required! It will go on the Handi-Quilter frame tomorrow after I get the backing and batting ready.

Except for getting four similar colors for each pinwheel in the border, I paid no attention at all to which HSTs went where. I was just careful about the orientation of dark/light values. If I were to do a more controlled layout, I could have made the red and green squares more dominant by choosing the colors that were next to them to give the illusion of flying geese and a bold stripe in the opposite direction. However, I like the random way it all fell into place. I was determined to work only from my stash, and the background squares and the wide border fabric were chosen because it was the only neutral that I already had with enough yardage! And....it is actually the OTHER SIDE of a fabric with a white design on a khaki base. It works for me!

Yes! I see the missing red square!! I'll decide tomorrow if I want to replace it.

I've named my project "It's a Small World" and after I've quilted it, I'll share more photos and the label!

So glad to hear that our International sisters and brothers are finally getting their treasures, and I hope to see some more completed projects soon!

[djane]

Margo your quilt is beautiful. I love the name--very appropriate.

[pam7040]

Margo, that is beautiful!!!!

[pam7040]

What a great design Margo...I just love it :lol: and can't wait to see more completed projects from everyone!

[romira]

Wow!
Looks fabulous...you go girl!

[romira]

Margo, You are a miracle worker! Your top is amazing. Replace the red square or not. It can be an artists' interpretation that perfection is only in one place--Imagination. Can't wait to see the quilting.

[romira]

Well said Lissette!! It's a WOW, WOW, WOW.
Magic Margo's Threads

Terry
Dillon, Montana

[Margo]

Margo, You are a miracle worker! Your top is amazing. Replace the red square or not. It can be an artists' interpretation that perfection is only in one place--Imagination. Can't wait to see the quilting.

Thanks Lissette! Actually, I think that perfect can be really boring! Did I ever mention that I don't "do perfect"???? :lol: :lol: :lol:

[pegjo]

Your quilt is beautiful Margo. I hope to get back to my HST's this week - I've been fnishing up other projects so I'll be free to play :lol:

[Sewdreamy]

Wow Margo! I am ALWAYS impressed by your work. That quilt is really beautiful. I'll be interested in seeing how you quilt it. Cheers, BJ

[lotti]

fantastic margo - just love it

[lotti]

Absolutely beautiful -I just love it too and the name is great ! it sure is a small world.

[SuperJudy]

Beautiful quilt Margo! I especially like your choice of the brown and khaki. It adds a softer punch than
a brighter color would do.

How do you hang your quilt for the photographs? Do you just have it on your design wall -- or is there
a better way to do it? :?

[Margo]

Beautiful quilt Margo! I especially like your choice of the brown and khaki. It adds a softer punch than
a brighter color would do.

How do you hang your quilt for the photographs? Do you just have it on your design wall -- or is there
a better way to do it? :?

Thanks Judy. I work in a basement with no windows, and use one whole end of the room as a design wall, with foam insulation board covered with flannel. I have to move my long-arm and a chair and some smaller things to get photos of large quilts, and the color isn't spot on because of the lighting, but it's close enough for me.

[MontanaGramma]

Wow, Margo! It is beautiful! I finally started playing with my HST's on Friday and again yesterday and it was so much fun seeing where they all came from. I spent the day thinking of all my TQS friends :-)