Simple String Theory : Serendipity and the Art of the Quilt

Simple String Theory

November 21, 2008 1:44PM | Filed Under Contemporary Quilts, Twelve by Twelve |

I cut into my last batch of hand dyes to make this piece. I’ve decided it is too abstract to submit as my mathematics themed quilt for the next Twelve by Twelve challenge. However, I am super-happy with the way the quilt turned out - the fluid curves; the interaction of colour; the quilting and the finish. I’m certain this will be a springboard to some larger pieces along similar lines.

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I love the colors too! I’ve never met a green and purple combo I didn’t like.

Comment by Kristin L — November 21, 2008 2:45 PM#
It’s gorgeous, Brenda!

Comment by Linda — November 21, 2008 2:57 PM#
Wait until you see my piece!! If you think of the right name, it would work.

Comment by Gerrie — November 21, 2008 3:24 PM#
Brenda,

You should be very happy the colours blend beautifully and the curve give it movement a bigger format would be even better- lovely.

Comment by Judy — November 21, 2008 5:03 PM#
[...] Finish and hiding the quilting with the backing fabric. This two-layer approach worked well with Simple String Theory where I was quilting in long lines. However, with today’s quilt, there are seams involved and [...]

Pingback by Maths Lesson : Serendipity and the Art of the Quilt — November 26, 2008 12:20 PM#
It is not too abstract for me, but then I am a Mathematics teacher I think it is a great interpretation.

Comment by helen — November 27, 2008 8:20 PM#

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