Stunning Circle for MQG Pt II Finish

Stunning Circle Quilt

Finish

I had a finish to this project early this week, but time and computer issues prevented me showing it. Part I will take you from the creation of the circle through the applique process, and at that point I kept telling myself to not overthink the quilting. 

Straight Line Quilting

The piecing was so dense that I chose to stay away from quilting on top of it. Instead, I echoed the circle with my machine foot at equal intervals. 

I used a grey Aurifil for several rounds, then switched to an orange shade of Aurifil to finish it. I think it gives just a hint of color when viewed close up, and makes it worth the time and effort.

 The inner circle needed to be secured in some way, and I originally thought I would do concentric circles there also. However, that proved more difficult than I imagined, and I settled on one good circle. Note: Plan all you want, but be willing to to change that plan when necessary.

Binding

I felt like this small piece needed something other than a solid binding. All charcoal seemed to let it drift off the page while the tangerine was over-powering. Hovering between the orange posts made it feel centered without fenced in. I thought about this balancing act while I hand stitched it to the backing. It seemed to tie in with my May theme of balance.

The hanging sleeve is attached as well as tag.

"Finding Center"

I am not often asked to name a piece of work, but this title made perfect sense. May is nearly over, and my search for balance continues. I've realized I'm a long way off from a balanced life, but I am working on finding my center. I have a better sense of who I am, who I'm not, and the kind of work I want to pursue. Invisible progress on all fronts, but that's how personal growth works. This will be a good visual reminder.

Come on, Doxie girls.

Off to bed, and tomorrow we sew.

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