I’m working on a fun little mini quilt for the SAQA Florida region exhibit Fresh Fish. The theme is fish or other underwater creatures, realistic or imaginary. The size is no larger than 12” in length or width.
While searching my stash for suitable underwater background fabrics, I found this 13 x 13″ fabric sample. It seemed almost perfect, except maybe too white. So I tried covering it with some aqua-blue tulle. In the right photo below, I’m experimenting with 1, 2 and 3 layers of the tulle. I think I’ll use a variety of layers.
Regarding underwater creatures, I think the seahorse is one of the most unique and interesting looking. When I searched for information about the colors of seahorses, it seems they come in almost every color. And since this can be imaginary, I used some of my brightest fabrics for the seahorses. Here are the first two. I plan to add a third one.
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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.
- Nina-Marie’s Off the Wall Friday
- Can I get a Whoop Whoop? by Confessions of a Fabric Addict
Terry,your seahorses are beautiful. How did you make them…..they seem 3 dimensional.
Thank you. Right now they’re pinned to the background on my design wall. They are fused, and the backing paper is still attached. I think that’s what makes them look 3 dimensional – they’re stiff and there’s a bit of a shadow behind them. I expect when I fuse them to the background, they’ll look flatter.
Terry, what a great start for your entry to SAQA’s FL regional exhibition. You had me at the seahorses.
Finding the seaweed fabric in your stash was a stroke of luck. Seahorses are my favorite marine creature. This is going to be a beautiful piece.
So restful as my eye follows the curves. Very much like when you are headed with this! Jane
Love it!
The layered tulle looks very “watery”.Always enjoy your behind-the-scenes details.