This scrappy trip quilt started in 2012 when it was all the craze. My lovely Carmine group bee mates from the Simply Solids bee made 11 of the blocks here, with me supplying them with a grey and a purple.
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I was hoping that using the constant of a grey and a purple in each block would pull the scrappiness together, but it didn't quite work out as hoped.
I think the problem is that each block has a colourway that works well with the grey and the purple in it's block, but is often very different from the blocks surrounding it. In hindsight, I think it also would have worked better if all the blocks were completely scrappy.
Also, if the blocks had a consistent value progression, I think it would have been a more successful composition. Live and learn!
That said, I learned a lot about colour palettes in making this quilt. I adore many of the blocks in this quilt, just not so much together. From the blocks that my Carmine bee mates made me, I saw some fabulous colour combos that I wouldn't have thought to try.
If I couldn't love the front, I figured that I would try to love the back. Purples and greys, and a mix of solids and prints.
Yep, happy with the back, especially with the quilting!
I tried out some different quilting options, but the thought of quilting one all over design on this quilt just didn't appeal to me. So I decided to break it up. Did some orange peels, twists, and clamshells using some charcoal Aurifil thread on the top and some purple Aurifil on the back.
I find doing different motifs breaks it up and adds some interest. It definitely made quilting it more interesting.
This quilt is 73" by 97". It's finally off my WIP list. Happy dance!
I think it looks great!! I love it!
ReplyDeleteMust feel awesome to have this one all done! I like it and the quilting is such a great idea. I think I might have to try that on my next quilt. I really like how you broke up the different sections with some straight lines.
ReplyDeleteWell it may not have turned out quite like you thought but it's still very striking. I love how you handled the quilting and the name - perfect! ;-)
ReplyDeleteCarsick!!
ReplyDeleteFull of quirky character! The quilting is amazing too.
There's definitely something about that quilt though. It reminds me of those huge stained glass windows in cathedrals. All a mix of colour and underneath a pattern xxx
ReplyDeleteWell I think it is stunning! I have just spent ages looking at it as there is so much going on individually and yet to me it looks wonderful overall. Great quilting and I love the back but unlike you the front is my favourite. xx
ReplyDeleteIt is busy and bright, but I really do love it! I think the fact that it has variation in the colors that aren't necessarily harmonious in every single section give the quilt a lot of movement and interest.
ReplyDelete:) Kelly @ My Quilt Infatuation
It certainly doesn't live up (or down?) to its name M-R, it is a wonderful riot of colour and a great quilt!
ReplyDeleteI really like your quilt! The colors are so sharp - I can see why they call it carsick :) Linking up a tutorial for using up those mini fabric scraps and loose threads.
ReplyDeleteI happen to love bright, this works! The name is hilarious and the quilting is amazing!
ReplyDeleteI really love it. Embrace the craziness!
ReplyDeleteMy guess is this quilt will become a favorite! It is quirky and fun.
ReplyDeleteThere is a lot going on in this quilt, but I really like it.
ReplyDeleteGReat job
ReplyDeleteI'm not gonna lie to you. Back is much better with all the lovely quilting on it.
ReplyDeletelove it front and back and the quilting is amazing! I actually like the fact that it's not 'cohesive'. Aptly named too!
ReplyDeleteIt's a gorgeous scrappy finish. You've definitely earned your happy dance. =)
ReplyDeleteIt's amazing. I like that you used different quilting designs.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your finish! !! I'm still working on my quilt, can't believe it's been 3 years.
ReplyDeleteYay to you for finishing this quilt, M-R!! I don't even remember which block I made, it was so long ago! It is very colourful, but so much fun to look at too. I hope it will grow on you.
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