Now, instead of putting my skills to the test, I consulted (and spent about 15 minutes) playing with different color combinations on Color Scheme Designer 3 - a free tool (seriously, go try it, you'll spend at least 15 minutes there, too). The scheme I looked for is called something different on CSD: "accented analogic," which means that it's an array of three colors in a row on the color wheel, plus the one directly across.
This analogic compliment feels very springy/summery to me, and luckily I've recently acquired some great stash additions, so I was able to mirror it pretty well in fabric selection.
I can't wait to cut into this pile of fabric (read: seriously can't wait), but I'm still not sure what to make! I'm consulting my Pinterest and Flickr favorites, but I still haven't been completely convinced. Got any ideas for me? I'd appreciate it! It usually just comes to me, but let me know if something comes to you...
Meanwhile, I'll keep working on my April BOM blocks. Almost done and can't wait to share! However, yesterday I compressed a nerve (at least, that's my diagnosis) in my sewing/driving foot (of course - why couldn't it be the other foot?) so I literally can't sew. Haha. Hopefully a couple more days and it won't hurt anymore!
Nice selection of fabrics! It'll be interesting to see what you do. :)
ReplyDeleteLove the color choices.
ReplyDeleteThat color tool is one of my favorites - and I love the fabrics you selected from it! I can't wait to see this!
ReplyDeleteOoh love your fabric pull!
ReplyDeleteThat's going to be stunning, whatever pattern you use!
ReplyDeleteThere are so many patterns to pick from girl! Hmmm...maybe this one http://www.fatquartershop.com/store/stores_app/browse_item_details.asp?Store_Id=499&Item_Id=85492&Page_Id=23
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http://twinfibers.blogspot.com/2010/08/tutorial-sun-rays-quilt-block.html
The color play from Color Designer 3 you found online looks really interesting too:)
Hope that compressed nerve goes away for ya soon:)
Hey Jess....did you see that your pillow made someone else's favorites list? Congrats!
ReplyDeletehttp://www.incolororder.com/2013/04/favorites_26.html
Dude, this a/c color scheme is giving me THE BLUES. I think I just don't like it. :-/
ReplyDeleteHi Jess, You really nailed the color scheme with your fabrics.
ReplyDeleteHow 'bout Lisa Calle's "Happy Go Round" quilt: http://www.modabakeshop.com/2013/04/happy-go-round-quilt.html.
Diane
Playing with colors makes any day a good day! Looks like you had a lot of fun.
ReplyDeleteGood luch with your foot. Hope you feel better soon. Love the colour and fabrics for your next project!
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