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Liebe Leserin, dieser Blog war für lange Zeit ein sehr netter Ort, meine Gedanken und Geschichten mit dir zu teilen. Inzwischen habe ich eine neue Website erstellt und werde jetzt den Blog dort fortsetzen.

GEH EINFACH ZUM NEUEN BLOG,

und: "Danke!"

Why size matters…

Dienstag, 3. September 2013

Dies ist ein sehr langer Blogpost und meine deutschen Leserinnen möchten mir es bitte verzeihen, dass ich aus Gründen der Länge darauf verzichtet habe, den Post zweisprachig zu schreiben. Ich habe oben links auf meinem Blog einen Button “Übersetzen” installiert, der wird einen recht lustigen Text aus alledem machen. Aber die Bilder, und das ist die Hauptsache, sagen ja viel mehr als all die Worte.

"Size does matter" – a lot of the English speaking readers may have an idea of funny jokes around these words and I would love to tease you too with humorous words and ambiguousness, the only thing is: I just can’t. I'm not familiar enough with your language to know all the inside jokes. But since I'm no native you will surly allow me to translate the word size into my language. The word SIZE in German is “Größe” and has two meanings: the one is size, the other is greatness. So I chose to speak rather of greatness .
And that brings me back to Barcelona, my current group with Moda which is shipping to stores in September.


Barcelona is a city to which I have fallen in love at first sight .
Barcelona Those of you which have been there will know what I'm talking about – and for those who haven’t so far: if you ever have the chance to visit the city – do so, it will enrich your live!
Speaking of greatness and Barcelona - there is a name that everyone is talking about: the genius Antonio Gaudi.


Sagrada Familia from Antonio Gaudi in Barcelona

I think everyone of us is a genius inside and has special gifts - you don’t have to be an artist to leave an impression. What matters is to find and develop your own gift and enfold it. Antonio Gaudi was a gifted architect, artist and he lived the way we call: Only the Sky is the limit. Studies of nature have inspired him and he developed completely new constructions, the so-called modernism.
His architecture exudes greatness and walking through his buildings you inevitably feel your own vocation.


Which leads me back to my adapted motto "Greatness Matters". It matters to take your own gifts seriously and to unfold what is inside you. It is something we can contribute to the world and what makes us happy. And that's why it has a meaning.

Gaudi's cathedral windows have inspired me: I created a quilt  which is like a dark wall, in the same way like disappointments or hard times or obstacles of life can appear to us. And through this dark wall more and more color and light comes through. It looks even as if the colors arise and finally explode like fireworks. The idea of this quilt is to remind us that we all have hidden treasures which we want bring to the daylight and let them sparkle. Your greatness can be an inspiration for others. I called this quilt Shine Through.

shine through, Zen Chic, Barcelona

That’s my story why size (or greatness) matters. Back to the actual meaning of size – of course for quilters it matters most. Sewing a block with a seam allowance which only differs 1/16” at each seam gives you a not fitting finished block ;-(
So we are trained to exactly take care on sizes.

Moda has created a booklet of inspirational blocks showing how variations of block size give a new look and each of us Moda designers will introduce you to one of these blocks.
My block shows you a finished 18" size, but includes the same block (or better said 4 of it) in just 6 ". It looks as if layers overlap each other.

Zen Chic block size mattersThis is my original block (I don’t even know the correct name, do you?)
 

 

 

I drew it 18” size and overlaid it with 4 of the same blocks 6” size and got this one…
 

Zen Chic block size matters

18” is a nice size for a small table runner or the center of a table runner surrounded with a border.
It could also be a cover of a large pillow.

You will find the detailed sewing instructions for downloading here.

Some coloring ideas anybody? Here you go…

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Some setting ideas for the 6” block?

Zen Chic block size matters    
 Zen Chic block size matters

Zen Chic block size matters 

But wait – the fun doesn’t end here: You will find each day three new different blocks introduced from Moda designers, all explained in detail. All with different fabric styles, suggestions -  you name it. Fabulous!

size-matters

Hop over to Moda’s website where all the other designers and blogs are listed! There is even a video from all of us speaking at Quilt Market Schoolhouse. Give the blocks a try, sew some of them.

Today two of my favorite colleagues are introducing their block patterns too: The lovely Edyta Sitar from Laundry Basket who creates beautiful traditional batik quilts (oh my, although I am a more modern girl, I admire all her quilts!)

 

and the inspiring Kaari Meng from French General who has wonderful antique French red and linen prints in her groups and presents her current line Josephine.

 

And we have even more fun – the very best: You will have the chance to win! Yeah! We have a precut + pattern from the very  brand-new fabric collection Barcelona for you. I thought I will give two winners a chance and one will get 1 Layer Cake and my pattern Clarity, you just add a background and can make your own modern stunning quilt!

The other goodie is 1 Jelly Roll and my pattern Pure, add four light naturals for the background and make a terrific unique quilt from the colorful strips.


What do you have to do?

1. FOLLOW the Zen Chic blog, the one you are currently looking at ;-) and get all the news about project and fabric ideas. 

2. Leave a COMMENT on the blog as to why or for which project you would like to work with the Barcelona fabrics!

Don’t miss to leave your email address so I can inform you in case you are the lucky winner.

445 Kommentare:

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deelish10 hat gesagt…

amazing color combos and interesting interpretation of the city scape. wow!

Kate R hat gesagt…

Wow, I love your fabric line. And your creation from this simple block is really great! Thanks for sharing :)

Belva hat gesagt…

Love the patterns and new line!

Joann hat gesagt…

I love coming to read your blog and look at your modern stylish quilts - such a breath of fresh air!

JLG hat gesagt…

I love clarity!!!! I can't wait for the pattern!

Ann in NC hat gesagt…

Great fabrics! Your Clarity pattern looks like fun to make! Keep up the good work!

Trisch hat gesagt…

I think I would enjoy using the Clarity pattern with your new fabric. I really love working with circles and your pattern is so cute. I follow your blog. Thanks for the chance to win!

Lizzie and Caenaan hat gesagt…

I am SO enjoying working on my current project using Comma, so I just know I will love Barcelona as well! I would probably use it for a quilt I am planning to make for my mother's new cabin!

mongghon hat gesagt…

Your Clarity pattern is fabulous! Just my style. Thanks for sharing!

Anonym hat gesagt…

Love this line Barcelona. Would love to try it with your pattern Clarity. So modern and beautiful!

Jessica hat gesagt…

I love your clarity quilt, and the fabric you used! I would make it exactly the same!
Jessica

Pam - hat gesagt…

Brigitte, I'm a follower of yours and love all your designs!

Pam - hat gesagt…

I would love to make your pattern, Shine Through with Barcelona. It's simply wonderful!

java diva hat gesagt…

I have been in the dark about Barcelona & your quilts! That photo of the city is breathtaking. I love your quilts, especially the Pure & Shine Through!

Jan hat gesagt…

I would really love to make your quilt. Thank you for the block pattern.

deelish10 hat gesagt…

Barcelona! YAY! exciting, inventive, non conforming, a new slant are some of the ideas that come to mind here...Thanks

Care hat gesagt…

I love your designs. I would love to make a throw for each of my 3 children with your fabric.

Unknown hat gesagt…

Love this! I would love to use the Jelly roll with Pure! Beautiful!

Jansie hat gesagt…

I am a follower.

Jansie hat gesagt…

I would love to make Clarity with this line. Just gorgeous.

Kim Turner hat gesagt…

I love the Pure pattern it just looks so cool

Lorraine hat gesagt…

I love your "Shine Through" pattern and would love to make that one. It reminds me of all of those beautiful stained glass windows in European cathedrals (we lived in Switzerland for a couple of years).

Brenda hat gesagt…

What beautiful and unusual quilts! I would love to make the Clarity quilt with your fabric! Wonderful!
hulseybg at gmail dot com

Unknown hat gesagt…

Guten Tag!! I think the PURE pattern would be perfect to use, should I win! Thank you for the opportunity. Looking forward to reading your blog!

~Kelie~ hat gesagt…

I think I'd like the jelly roll because the pattern with it is just amazing!!! Thanks for the chance to wiN!

Unknown hat gesagt…

I would use it for the "Shine Through" quilt. Love it! Love it!

Unknown hat gesagt…

I'd love to make a picnic quilt/blanket with the lovely Barcelona fabric. It's so chic and pretty!

Gina S hat gesagt…

Clarity looks it would be a fun quilt to make.

Jeanne Gwin hat gesagt…

I am a bloglovin' follower of your blog. What great giveaways you have! Thank you.

Jo hat gesagt…

I signed up to get your newsletter.

Jo hat gesagt…

I would be a hard choice between clarity and shine through, both a fab.

lifeunfolds.com hat gesagt…

I follow you on Google+

msmaf at ymail dot cojm

Unknown hat gesagt…

Following!

I love Clarity. Circles always intimidate me but they are my favourite shape! I also love the colours in Barcelona. my husband is waiting for me to make him a quilt with this.

lifeunfolds.com hat gesagt…

Not sure what project I will do. But love these fabrics and designs. Thank you for sharing.

msmaf at ymail dot com

Linda Milward hat gesagt…

I am thinking of quilt to hang in my new sewing room
ladyasheril@hotmail.com

Lori hat gesagt…

I would love to try your Clarity pattern - it's lovely! Thanks for your post & giveaway.

Carol Cervelló hat gesagt…

Oh, it has to be mine!! I love your new fabric, what colors! But above all, I'm from Barcelona!!! Can you imagine my surprise when I first saw your new collection? Couldn't believe it!

And I have to tell you, I think you've done a great work. I love it, really, simply love it.

Many many thanks fot he chance :)

Lauriejo hat gesagt…

Lovely quilt pattern, and the story behind it is wonderful.

crspy16 hat gesagt…

I am subscribed to your blog via email. I would use your fabrics to make a checker-board quilt in a zig-zag style.

Heather/Life With The Stevens hat gesagt…

Hallo!
I'm a new follower but a long time fan of your work!
I would love to try my hand at your London Tube pattern, it's so neat, and I think the Barcelona line would look fabulous.
Danke!
Heather S.
hlstevens03@Gmail.com

Debby hat gesagt…

I love Barcelona and the Clarity pattern. I love working with layer cakes and like the organic structure of the pattern.Love your fabrics!

Thanks for the giveaway,
Debby

dwarthen@laca.org

Quilt n Queen hat gesagt…

I love your designs...Shine Through would be the pattern I would work on with Barcelona...luv it!! Clarity is awesome too. Thanks for sharing in the blog hop.

Quilt n Queen hat gesagt…

I am a follower through Google Friends Connect. Thanks for the chance to win some Zen Chic treats.

Ann hat gesagt…

It's a hard choice to make. Both patterns in Barcelona would be nice. I too like your Shine Thru.

GG hat gesagt…

I already signed up for your blog.
I would like to win a Jelly Roll and your pattern Pure.

my email is:
onlygg@comcast.net

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