I finally decided that a simple layout would be the surest way to do this lovely Dresden Plate justice, and so with the wonders of EQ (Electric Quilt), I auditioned several ideas. This is the layout that I like the best. (With the exception of the black background, ignore the colors. I couldn't satisfactorily copy the colors in P.'s Dresden Plate, and the other colors are still up for debate.)
The Dresden Plate itself measures 13" in diameter. The finished wall-hanging will measure 24". The ribbon blocks on the outer border will be only 2" square. Might be a bit of a challenge, but they are very simple to construct.
I'm excited that I can finally turn my attention to this project. To that end, I did cut out the 16 1/2" black square to which the Dresden Plate will be appliqued. Getting the Dresden Plate wall-hanging project off the ground was a fun way to spend 4th of July morning.
I wish everyone a wonderful Independence Day!
It's going to look beautiful, and what a lovely way to show off P's handiwork.
ReplyDeleteI was thinking this past weekend about doing a dresden quilt. I think that would be a year long project for me. Maybe next year !
It is beautiful, I love your wall hanging design, and you are one lucky girl to get one of P.'s dresden plates!! Congratulations! I can't wait to see the finished quilt!
ReplyDeleteWow, great design! I really like that ribbon border!
ReplyDeleteLucky you! It's going to look so wonderful! I love the design you have created. I love the ribbon border. I'll have to remember that. Happy 4th to you!!
ReplyDeleteThis is going to be a gorgeous! Can't wait to see the finished wall quilt!
ReplyDelete"I've been doing mental gymnastics trying to decide..."
ReplyDeleteThis is how I seemingly do everything. That is, once the seed of inspiration is planted. And once planted, it needs to be fed to grow - or fester - which is sometimes what it feels like. Feeding can also come in just as many forms as inspiration. A scent, a look, a desire, a drink, music; anything really which touches upon our senses.
I like everything about how yours came out.
The colors, the background, the border - everything. Sometimes that happens by accident, but rarely. And sadly some wait for that accident of brilliance to occur. But not you. By practicing `mental gymnastics` you get better and better at it as with all things you practice, the eventuality of which is shown here: Success without measure.
Everytime I look at it I see something new.
Thanks for sharing!
Beautiful border, Michelle - what a brilliant way to use the triangles for that stunning border.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your kind words on my featured quilt. :)
Happy Quilting.