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what if #50: tiny linen applique

i couldn't help wondering if i could applique such a tiny figure with linen fabric. and then i thought what if i can't. so i tried, knowing i was in for some trouble, but willing to work through it. i lost one of the front legs in the process and i will need to patch that somehow, since i did it directly on the quilt. if it was cotton it would have been easier. linen has a harder more slippery surface and the it frays more. just a quick try with no fuss,  i will try some other methods. this one will have a story over here.

what if # 33: blacks and whites

what if i just fool around with black and white, mola style. ragged. small.

6" x 6" study in edges and contrast.

permanent marker on loose weave linen

3 layers, linen, dotted cotton, white slub linen

in process while thinking about the different levels of intensity of the circles and the different levels of contrast between dark and light.

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