tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post2982112769498447924..comments2023-07-25T11:48:39.285-04:00Comments on The Free Motion Quilting Project: Emergence - To Rainbow or Not to RainbowLeahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03674869334249298532noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-75043733490118652452011-12-31T02:18:13.378-05:002011-12-31T02:18:13.378-05:00The answer is rainbow. The answer is always rainbo...The answer is rainbow. The answer is always rainbow (coming from another adult that loves them)Anniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01297004102956401350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-89159128540759661802011-12-28T19:05:37.334-05:002011-12-28T19:05:37.334-05:00Go for it.
Why ?
You said it "FUN"
W...Go for it.<br /><br />Why ? <br /><br />You said it "FUN"<br /><br />Why not have some fun instead of hassle ?Helen from Hobarthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03628963168654748707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-43682905154348111042011-12-27T13:12:40.864-05:002011-12-27T13:12:40.864-05:00If you think adding the rainbow to the quilt would...If you think adding the rainbow to the quilt would be fun/enjoyable then you should go for it. If it seems like "work" to you then leave it simple.Mrsblockohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14433636824635089491noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-20688279443667816852011-12-27T10:24:08.811-05:002011-12-27T10:24:08.811-05:00If symbolism is what you're going for (and it ...If symbolism is what you're going for (and it seems you are) then I wouldn't hide your rainbow behind another quilt, facing the wall. I would create a new, beautiful rainbow quilt that stands alone, front and center, to show the world your colors!<br /><br />But this is YOUR quilt, and you have to do what will make you happy and fulfilled.<br /><br />Whatever you decide, your quilt will be a masterpiece!Suehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08411276675470739086noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-39790658111387950512011-12-27T08:45:45.178-05:002011-12-27T08:45:45.178-05:00Enough already. Move on. The world awaits.....Enough already. Move on. The world awaits.....Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09119402432840391204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-60435821475222699042011-12-27T08:10:29.039-05:002011-12-27T08:10:29.039-05:00Maybe you should do a rainbow, it could be cathart...Maybe you should do a rainbow, it could be cathartic. Perhaps incorporate into a new bold and beautiful quilt like your Emergence. Well done, your quilts are stunning.Georginahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17329174819957535173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-52248650237412274282011-12-27T08:05:33.567-05:002011-12-27T08:05:33.567-05:00Quilts and quilting should be joyful and fullfilli...Quilts and quilting should be joyful and fullfilling. <br /><br />Add the rainbow but do not "bust my tail for another week" doing it. Take your time, no rush, enjoy the process.<br /><br />60 years from now you will still have this beautiful quilt and will love it.Amber Lippoldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01486601935008952966noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-22426327663178707212011-12-27T04:36:53.894-05:002011-12-27T04:36:53.894-05:00Deep deep down do you see this quilt as complete? ...Deep deep down do you see this quilt as complete? Did you ever, at the start of this design see it with a rainbow? Think long and hard because when you add the rainbow now that's it. <br />Personally I see a new quilt a quilt of colour and joy, something that springs from Emergence, not something that's part of it. Take 2012 and develop what you've decided and learnt from your discussions in 2011 and create a new goddess quilt, another transformation ;o)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05386852386404591819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-56900045960296842122011-12-26T23:09:43.328-05:002011-12-26T23:09:43.328-05:00Hi Leah,
You already know the answer... listen to...Hi Leah,<br /><br />You already know the answer... listen to your heart.<br /><br />~ Jae ~Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03351735470664111985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-48920068707257600922011-12-26T21:43:32.773-05:002011-12-26T21:43:32.773-05:00A wise person once told me that "You'll ...A wise person once told me that "You'll never regret your extravagances in life, but you will regret not taking opportunities when they arise."<br />Personally, I think you should listen to your inner voice. You've already said how important rainbows are for you, that they make you happy.<br />I think you need to add a rainbow. This is the conclusion of your goddess series, you have emerged, you have grown immensely over the last year. I think the symbolism of the rainbow will be one you'll never regret.Teresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05374651954382654005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-81066298122004783752011-12-26T21:10:14.604-05:002011-12-26T21:10:14.604-05:00If you piece the back and then quilt it what will ...If you piece the back and then quilt it what will the back look like? It is a lot of work to piece a back and then plan the quilting to make the pieced back look good.Kathleenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01471941560603016063noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-58126851253757013492011-12-26T21:08:50.057-05:002011-12-26T21:08:50.057-05:00If you piece the back and then quilt through every...If you piece the back and then quilt through everything, what will the back look like? (I suspect it will not look so hot but you probably are planning somehow it to look good.) It is a lot of extra work to make a pieced back look good AFTER the quilting.Kathleenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01471941560603016063noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-10095837417221079642011-12-26T20:40:04.774-05:002011-12-26T20:40:04.774-05:00Without the rainbow would you always look at it an...Without the rainbow would you always look at it and see it as incomplete? Or would you see it's completed and get the closure you need? I think in your heart you will find the answer and even if it means more work you know in you mind that moving forward you won't over do future projects but sometimes you have to just finish up on the right one.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-7212235250299325192011-12-26T15:55:19.415-05:002011-12-26T15:55:19.415-05:00Even though I read your last post about Emergence ...Even though I read your last post about Emergence I didn't understand how the sun would fit. It is absolutely gorgeous! You do such incredible work and this quilt is amazing. I agree with most of the posts, you have a strong link to rainbows and it seems it would bring additional closure to add one to this quilt. You've put so much into it, time, labor, emotions, it would be such a waste to finish it off and then later not feel it was truly complete. You know how you feel, good luck.Mom Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03557845696047507480noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-3150287185325835022011-12-26T14:50:16.636-05:002011-12-26T14:50:16.636-05:00"Over-the-Top" Awesomeness! Yes, I vote..."Over-the-Top" Awesomeness! Yes, I vote for the rainbow. It sounds like you have already designed it so I reeeeeally think you want the rainbow in spite of the additional time to finish your quilt. It will bring a smile to your face every time you see it. :)Gailhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15258377189565300409noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-36024097404936307352011-12-26T12:56:15.174-05:002011-12-26T12:56:15.174-05:00Leah,
Congratulations on getting so much done on &...Leah,<br />Congratulations on getting so much done on "Emergence". I am finishing up a knitted 6' x 6' aphfan based on a Piet Mondrain painting for my son and want it done by the New Year. I understand wanting to be done with a major project. But I am enjoying the process so much, that if it is not done by the first of the year, who cares? I'm into this blanket to have a good time and make a nice gift for my son.<br /><br />One thought, if you added the rainbow to the back of the quilt, could it be used as a room divider in a space and seen from the front and back simultaneously? That might be a cool use for a quilt. Anyway, whatever you do, the quilt is beautiful. You imspire to be find my inner "artist".<br /><br />Best,<br />BJ from Charlottejojobyrdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05876148682785351058noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-64155580207899778042011-12-26T11:27:13.407-05:002011-12-26T11:27:13.407-05:00I think the key word from you is "fun". ...I think the key word from you is "fun". You said you think it would be fun to do. That is reason enough to add the rainbow!Pollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14329943438128686526noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-9144454060862282772011-12-26T11:23:33.707-05:002011-12-26T11:23:33.707-05:00My vote, should it matter, is for the rainbow. On...My vote, should it matter, is for the rainbow. One more week before the new year and then time to simplify.<br /><br />Your love of rainbows and the joy they bring you is what swayed me!Nana Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06458781361828048337noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-52717510753046606452011-12-26T11:04:38.579-05:002011-12-26T11:04:38.579-05:00I do not feel you need to add the rainbow for two ...I do not feel you need to add the rainbow for two reasons: <br />1. You promised yourself to stop overdoing and demanding too much from yourself - this is EXACTLY it.<br />2. I would much rather look forward to seeing the splendid quilt you create with the rainbow as the main theme, and not stuck away on the back of another beautiful quilt. A landscape with sunrays behind it?<br /><br />Just imagine!Annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14033751754921646392noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-1352440824867139152011-12-26T11:02:53.303-05:002011-12-26T11:02:53.303-05:00First of all, I think your work is incredible. Now...First of all, I think your work is incredible. Now, there is one week left of 2011 and if you have already made the projects this year as hard as it can be, what is one more week of all out crazy hard? I agree that even though it is not necessary to make this quilt spectacular, it will indeed make it YOURS and reclaim what has been taken from you, in a strong, purposeful statement. You should have the most spectacular rainbow hanging in your home forever! Give yourself the rainbow this week, finish it and hang it. Use it as a room divider if that means you can see both sides! Then get a new word and start 2012 with a new plan, new slate, new goal etc. You deserve it!<br />That is my two cents!<br />Have a great day.Hands Sew Fullhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15585022067713989253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-79028251542582350602011-12-26T10:51:10.618-05:002011-12-26T10:51:10.618-05:00This is an amazing quilt!! In my opinion, you shou...This is an amazing quilt!! In my opinion, you should put the rainbow on the back. It will not be complete without it. It will show that your work is finished, the Emergence and the fulfillment of the rainbow. As the year has one week left, so should the quilt have one week left. It will be the perfect ending for the year you are delivered for anyone else's opinions or how you live life. Make 2012 the year of making yourself happy and those around you happy. Have a wonderful New Year and thanks for all you have brought to quilters everywhere.Valeriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02799397340696357977noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-29094727555083199822011-12-26T10:36:01.552-05:002011-12-26T10:36:01.552-05:00Make the rainbow in such a way that it becomes the...Make the rainbow in such a way that it becomes the hanging sleeve. If you make the rainbow as it's own mini quilt, attach it on the top and at the distance that would be the sleeve.Marjoriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09426062040438565996noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-74405867160322034602011-12-26T09:55:32.142-05:002011-12-26T09:55:32.142-05:00My 2 cents...add the rainbow. Emergence shows a w...My 2 cents...add the rainbow. Emergence shows a way to reclaim joy, and it totally fits with the story of your sisters criticizing your childhood drawings. It will be a beautiful surprise when people flip the quilt to study your stitching!Andihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16934512262976023865noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-28979201660185852602011-12-26T09:48:55.477-05:002011-12-26T09:48:55.477-05:00Well, I think if you want a rainbow,you should hav...Well, I think if you want a rainbow,you should have a rainbow. It sounds as if they were very important to you as a child and your sisters "deprived" you of them.<br />Reclaim your Rainbow as a symbol of you Emergence this past year.<br />Happy New Year to you, Josh and James. xoxoxo<br />JoyceJoycehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09424868923625924020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7302142022228564326.post-30866785208420362452011-12-26T09:40:12.877-05:002011-12-26T09:40:12.877-05:00I do believe the rainbow is a "needed must&qu...I do believe the rainbow is a "needed must" (my opinion based on a transparent post a while back on your sibling relationships). Although this will 'face the wall', you will know it's there and it's almost a fitting "closure" to some possible remaining memories/issues. It is something that I would do to grant myself peace. Either way, this piece is quite awesome and the front can definitely stand on it's own merits (which are enormous). Hugs, DoreenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com