Sashing
Log Cabin
I want to add sashing to this Log Cabin block.
What if I make the cornerstones black, the outside sashing strips black, and the inside strips white?
I like this but there is probably too much contrast for most people.
What if I change the white to brown?
This is easier on the eyes.
What if I reverse the brown and black?
Not so good. The black strips are unattached and floating. They look out of place.
What if I add black cornerstones?
This is better.
What if I change the black to dark brown?
What if I put dark sashing strips by the dark half of the Log Cabin block, and light strips by the light half?
All the versions are very similar but I think I like this one best.
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PJ 1313 Patty Jacks 19,
4 hours ago
Mmm, I like the one with the floating black strips. It danced and startles, and makes me keep looking!
ReplyDeleteElsie
ReplyDeleteBecause you liked the one with the floating black strips, I took another look at it it to try to appreciate what you saw.
I have a weakness for designs that break with tradition and this one does. It is unexpected and the unexpected grabs your attention.
I confess that I judged it a little too harshly the first time around. However, that said, I have to admit it is still not my favorite version.
But if it's yours, that's okay too.