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Watercolor quilts are quilts that are made from many small squares, usually 1" to 2". These quilts are usually considered in the artistic arena and favor the impressionism movement. They have become quite popular over the past few years and each quilt is truly unique, even if using the same fabric selections and pattern. Watercolor quilting can easily be learned! There are many sites that provide helpful instructions in creating these impressionist quilts. |
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There are quite a few options available when making a watercolor quilt, including, but not limited to: 1) A simple design using light/dark as the focal point, 2) A more complex design using different fabrics to create a secondary pattern, 3) An even more complex design using a combination of the first two, or 4) A design, either simple or complex, used in combination with appliqué to create a layered effect. Often times, many watercolor quilts are made using either floral fabrics and/or with a floral theme. This seems to be the standard, probably because of the Paris-based artists in Europe in the 19th century and the types of paintings they expertly brushed onto canvas. Many sites offer patterns for watercolor quilts. A few of the more well-known sites include:
Sites that share photographs of watercolor quilts include:
A few books with watercolor patterns and instructions include: Hopefully, this is enough information regarding watercolor quilts to whet your appetite! Have you made any watercolor quilts that you would like to tell about, and possibly share a photograph? If so, comments are appreciated and may be left regarding this article on Quilting By Design on or after 05/08/07.
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