Wednesday, August 12, 2015

FMQ Rock Candy





I finally decided how to quilt Rock Candy. I decided to make an FMQ loop that would fill in the diamond shape. I also outlined each diamond.


It's easy to see my FMQ on some of the darker diamonds. I'm using Aurfil 50wt thread in gray. Bottom Line, in a silver color, is being used in the bobbin.


This next picture is even closer.


I didn't have to outline each diamond. If  I didn't outline each diamond, I would have to cut thread each time I quilted inside the diamond. I could easily travel from one diamond to another using the outlined seams.

Now, I have to figure out what to do with the small border around the diamonds.

Decisions, decisions.........

10 comments:

  1. Very pretty choice for the quilting. I love all the bright batiks, too.

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    1. Glad you like it! Sometimes, I have no idea how to quilt something. Figured I would try this. I think it's fine!

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  2. this is really gorgeous--love the color you chose to quilt with...hugs, Julierose

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    1. Thank you, Julierose! It's always a tough decision. I think it's coming out good!

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  3. I love the loops! They add such interesting flow to the diamonds!

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    1. Thanks, Heather! I wanted to fill in the diamond shape but also keep away from paisley shapes. This one worked out well! Glad I tried it!

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  4. love your quilting and the colors are so fun

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