Tag Archives: color

Color Riot! ~ Mod Mood Workshop at OCMQG

Posted on July 30, 2012 by sherrilynn

Over the course of two days this curve piecing, improv workshop gradually begins to explode with color and creativity! Continue reading →

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I Ching Modern Quilt-along: Value, Intensity, Quantity

Posted on February 18, 2012 by sherrilynn

Value and intensity are two different things. Bright red has a dark value close to black, Bright yellow has the same light value as a pale blue. Continue reading →

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Color Tips for Quilt Makers ~ The Importance of Value

Posted on January 22, 2011 by sherrilynn

Did you know that value is the first aspect of color registered by the eye? We see patterns primarily based on a color’s value. The value or the tone of a color is measured by it’s

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Color Inspiration ~ Giants Orange

Posted on October 29, 2010 by sherrilynn

Don’t get me wrong. I’m not typically a sports fanatic, but I have to admit that I’ve caught orange fever this season. I went to my first San Francisco Giants game in August,

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Quilt Pattern Sketches ~ Zinnias

Posted on October 17, 2010 by sherrilynn

Zinnias grown from my garden. I’m inspired by

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Mod Mood Quilt Giveaway Winner

Posted on September 12, 2010 by sherrilynn

I enjoyed picking out a beautiful range of oranges for Debby Chester of NY, the winner of the giveaway. The 40th commenter out of 97, it seems that Debby was destined to win. Of all the entries she was the … Continue reading →

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Beth El Piecework & Vivid Colors

Posted on August 18, 2010 by sherrilynn

Follow my process re-posts of the Beth El Synagogue Torah Mantels. October 20, 2009 Many hours spent cutting and piecing 1/2″ to 1″ strips from clothing donated by congregation. Also mixing prints with solid silk shantung that was purchased for … Continue reading →

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