Well, I'm a little late, but close this time!
I chose to create a Klimt-style tree of life. It is fused from a heavily metallic gold on orange commercial fabric over a leafy green print and a brown paisley print with lots of gold metallic accents. I think that is why I can't seem to get a decent picture of it. I will try to get a better shot when I can.
I quilted this with gold silk thread. I wanted the quilting to be subtle; unfortunately the quilting doesn't show up very well at all, so it was a bit too subtle. I may add some gold beads to the background area to add some more interest. A la Klimt, you can never have too much bling, right?
This was a lot of fun except for cutting out the spirals (aaghh).
Brenda Jennings
Hi Brenda, so glad someone did Klimt...I love his work...it's so decorative and interesting. This is a lovely piece and it captures the Klimt style so well with the spirals, triangles and swirling feel of movement. I love the fabric choices with all the wonderful patterns. Great job...I won't change a thing, it's perfecto!
ReplyDeleteCynthia
Your tree is beautiful. You might consider adding more shapes to the tree tree that vary in both size and color. I don't think your background quiltings isn't too subtle. If it showed too much it could distract from the tree. Beads could be great on this quilt.
ReplyDeleteI love this quilt!
ReplyDeleteYour tree is beautiful and the colors are very Klimt-like.
Wonderful work!