A HODGEPODGE
OF FUN FABRICS
This quilting collection was inspired by the concept of
“bricolage.” The term is derived from the French word
bricoler which means to tinker. In art and quilting it has come
to refer to anything that has been constructed from whatever
is at hand. Thus, a bricolage quilt is constructed from various
fabrics that are at hand. Dig through your scrap bin in your
sewing room to find fabrics that speak to you and work well
together! If you want a slightly more cohesive quilt, you can
find scraps of various patterns that share similar colors. For
our quilt, we wanted to replicate the hodgepodge look of
a bricolage quilt, but wanted the quilt to stick to a strict and
united colorway. To plan your quilt this way, you can find
fabric collections or fat quarter bundles that have a number
of various patterns, but share the same color palette.
FABRICS
When picking your fabrics,
try mixing cottons with
linens for an added
bricolage bonus!
THREADS
To pick your threads, first start by
matching them to the color of your
fabrics, then pull in some subsequent
colors that go well with the fabrics.
NOTIONS
A pair of sharp embroidery scissors, a
ruler, and a rotary cutter are all vital for
a well crafted quilt!
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