I thought I would let you know how I am attempting to put the vision I have in my head onto this quilt. Many times I am unable to execute my vision, but I am hoping that this will work for me. This is the middle section of my quilt, consisting of 4 Log Cabin blocks.
I cut a piece of freezer paper the exact shape and size of the area I want to add my quilted dragons. I decided I would make 4 mirror image dragons in this space------one in each section of the "cross", heads faced toward the center.
I then took one section of the "cross" and drew my dragon to fit this space. I looked at numerous images of dragons and decided I wanted a Chinese looking dragon to go along with the oriental fabric I chose for the Log Cabin blocks. Taking bits and pieces from various drawings, I created my own dragon. I will make photocopies of my drawing and then I think I can iron my freezer paper section onto the quilt section and quilt over the top of the design. I THINK that will work. I hope so. I really enjoyed drawing this dragon.......I just wish it was that easy to get it onto the quilt. I'll keep you posted.
Can't wait to see the finished project... keep us posted... Your artistic/quilting talents are amazing!!! Jill
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