Coordinate Fabric

How do I find good color schemes for quilting and crochet?

I love to quilt and crochet, I'm still sorta learning. The problem I am running into is that I often see a pretty design in a book or online that inspires me. When I make it myself, I don't like it as much, the fabrics and colors that I put together don't look very good, like it did in the picture. I see such great quilts on flickr and on blogs, how do these people know how to chose fabrics that look so good together? Should I buy some that are from the same line so I know they will coordinate? I know this is an art, but maybe you have some tips for me.

Colors/fabrics from the same line *are* one good way; they are often intended to go together, so that part of the work is done for you. There are also many books on color theory (or theories); some use standard color wheels - some use non-standard or custom wheels. Here is one, but by no means the only one or necessarily the best. (Do a little research

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Color-Play/Joen-Wolfrom/e/9781571201058

A good quilt design program (there are several - EQ6, QuiltPro) can also help. They come with libraries of colors & fabrics that you can try in a design, or you can add custom colors and/or scan fabrics into the software and try things.

Some people start with a "theme" fabric and find other fabrics (mixers) that are, or use, the colors in the theme fabric. Some people go for a particular "feel", and use colors that engender that feeling (this goes beyond color theory into psychology of colors, which is another good study subject). A lot of people just have a palette of colors that they like or have used successfully in the past, and stick with those colors - adding or changing one or two with each new project. Some people work with a whole spectrum, which is difficult to carry off sometimes, while others keep to just a few (3-5) colors.

Family and friends want to be part of the arrival and they will certainly want to see pictures and hear the important details of the birth. Personalized baby gifts for new parents allow the baby to send gifts to everyone.

Go for solid colors when the buying baby clothes as a gift. Choose non-gender specific colors such as yellow, white, or green, unless you know the gender of the new baby. You can coordinate buying all in ones in similar colors. If you get a green outfit, choose a lighter green color for pants. These clothes will look absolutely adorable person. You can even take clothes with great designs, like animals or toys.

Do not to pick anything with lace and ribbons, unless you know it is a girl and mom will dress her children in one of these outfits. Lace and ruffles are cute but not practical. Babies can get their hands on something and damage the fabric

With the arrival of a newborn baby, all family members and friends want to see pictures and hear the details of their grandson, nephew, or friend of the family. Gifts for small babies can be customized to include a photo and all of this information as a unique and innovative way to help spread the news.

Personalized gifts for babies range from baby blankets, baby bibs, burp cloths, and even photo frames. However, a favorite of baby's is personalized baby toys, such as a plush bear or doll. All these ideas have one thing in common-–they can be customized with a picture, photography, and text of your choice to make a thoughtful gift; these types of personalized baby gifts make wonderful keepsake gifts.

Baby blankets are a traditional gift, but personalized baby blankets turn this gift into an heirloom. Add baby's name or initials to the baby blanket and you have a personalized baby gift that will last for years to come and even make a wonderful keepsake for the baby once she grows up.

Babies need so much and not just the clothing or bedding. Consider buying bottles, personalized baby toys like stuffed animals, personalized towels, educational toys and everything else. Online baby stores are an excellent place to look around and find what exists.

Do not forget mom. Although the 'guest of honor' is the new baby, mom needs something special too. A gift certificate for a massage or a trip to a day spa is a great idea. Inspirational products such as a personalized card or picture, specifically for the new mom to be, are also a wonderful way to make mom feel appreciated. A gift basket, full of body lotions, bath salts and other items that will help mom relax is an excellent gift idea. You will certainly be remembered for your thoughtfulness if you show up at a baby shower with not only a gift for baby but a gift for mom (even dad) too.

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