I actually have a partially completed quilt that uses the notan design elements but I wanted to do something from scratch. The first night I cut out a basic square and straight lines out of freezer paper. I fused it to some of my dyed fabic and then painted the uncovered fabric black to get my first design. I like the clean lines but it didn't excite me. While cleaning the next day I came across a leaf design I had drawn several weeks ago and decided to try to turn it into a notan piece. I really wanted to applique this piece so I could finish it. Since there is a right and wrong side to the fabric, I had to draw and cut out opposites to complete the design. I ended up with two completed pieces that I may turn into a bag or pillow. I really like the second design more but I think it needs something in the middle. I could really get hooked on this technique!
LindaBN from Louisiana
Linda... love the leaves.... you really have a great grasp of shape and flow. Reverse applique is another way to use a black fabric with a color underneath... you're on the road! Great job.
ReplyDeleteLinda, you are really good at this. I adore your leaves. They are clearly leaves, but create a wonderful new shape for the outside edge. The square one also shows a great grasp of the concept. It seems very op art.
ReplyDeleteHi Linda, Love all of them, but especially the clean, modern, first one! It practically vibrates!
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Thanks for the great comments!
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