Maple leaf art quilt – background – 2019.12.11

I’m working on the background of the Maple leaf art quilt. In my last post, I showed a selection of low-volume leafy prints that I was considering for the background.

When I posted the photo on Facebook a few days ago, and said I might use all the fabrics in the background, my very wise and talented friend Judith said “Keep it simple!!!!” I kept thinking of more fabrics and details I could add to the background. Then I would audition it with and without the additions. Every time simplicity won. I just keep repeating Judith’s words to myself!

All the background fabrics I initially pulled are too small to use for the background. But I did find this leafy fabric in my stash, and I have more than enough – so that’s what I’m using!

Then of course I pulled out a lot of other possible fabrics for the tree trunks. But most of them were too dark or too busy. I decided to restrict myself to the 4 above – keeping it simple!

I took a quick photo before removing the leaves from the design wall. I will be adding a few more tree trunks. I did add one darker leafy print along the bottom – just because I wanted some contrast.

Now I’ve removed the leaves, and I’m going to construct, layer and quilt the background. Then I’ll quilt and attach the leaves.

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Thanks for stopping by.  Today, I’m linking up with these blogs – click on the links below, where you’ll find many other creative and inspirational projects.
~ Love Laugh Quilt Monday Making
~ WIP Wednesday @ The Needle & Thread Network