I started designing a new circle quilt a couple of days ago. I created a basic design in MS Paint. I picked some contrasting colors without really thinking about the fabric I had on hand.
I wanted to use a combination of woven or woven-looking fabrics and fabrics with circle designs. Of course, the colors I picked in MS Paint were not in my stash, so I changed my color choices based on fabric that I have on hand. To no one’s surprise, the only piece of woven fabric big enough for the circle was – chartreuse! I had to subdivide some of the sections because I didn’t have enough fabric, but I like the changes I’ve made. This was my first design pinned to the wall.
I liked the general concept, but thought it needed some more accents of color. I’m going to add a narrow strip of violet, a wider strip of the black batik with multi-colored circles, and black binding to outline the circle. The fabrics are just pinned in place right now, and more changes may occur to me before I sew it all together.
Today, I’m linking up with these blogs – click on the links below, where you’ll find many other creative projects to inspire you.
I use MS paint almost daily at work – but as a tool to capture and clip for digital work. How do use you use it for design and color?
I use the Shapes tool to draw lines and circles, and I use the Fill with Color tool to add color to an enclosed area. Check it out in the MS Paint Help.
Such a cool quilt. It caught my eye off the link up! Tell me, is that the Calgary skyline in your header?!
No, it’s the Vancouver skyline. But I know the Calgary Tower looks similar to the Vancouver Lookout Tower, so I can understand why thought it might be Calgary. You can see the whole quilt here – http://www.terryaskeartquilts.com/Studio/2012/06/27/hello-world/
It’s sure looking great and I can’t wait to see where you end up with this….
Fabulous! I love where this is going..
Good to see you are working – a working well! Congratulations!
This is looking great Terry! I’ve never thought of using Paint! Great Guggenheim!
Terry, I love your work and so much appreciate that you share your process on your blog. As an art quilter I am always wanting to grow with ideas and techniques. I find your blog does both, sharing ideas and techniques you use. Thank You.
Your circle quilts are SO cool!