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Monday, January 21, 2019

Black and White Blog Hop

Thank you Ms. Carla for hosting this fun "Black and White" blog hop. What a great reminder that,
sometimes we get caught up in colors and completely forget, that the simplicity of black and white, 
can make a statement as bold as any rainbow!

If fact...did you know that the colors actually speak?
Well not verbally, but "black" psychologically speaking,
associates with power, authority and strength.
(I am woman...hear me roar)
While "white" links to that which is righteous good and peaceful!
(while I adjust my halo)
Hummm...now there's some food for thought, right?
LOL!!
But seriously, marketing uses this to their full advantage.
Yep, I can sure see that!

With that in mind, it didn't take me long, 
to figure out just what I was going to do for my project.
I love the "Bear Paw" block and the "Churn Dash" block. 
The combination seemed a perfect place, for that black bear to strut his stuff.
Are you beginning to see, the whole psychology thing now?
Interestingly enough, our eye zooms in on that bold black! So what's that have to say????

Well, now that you asked...Black, says we are intelligent, professional and mysterious!
Heck we knew that right?
 White projects clarity, cleanliness, purity and salvation.
 It also said to promote creativity and is synonymous with a new beginning.
And there is that whole halo, thing!
:-)
Anyway back to the quilt...
The bear applique is from my new "Northwoods Medley" Accuquilt "GO" die,
that you can find it
HERE
I love the secondary pattern these blocks created!
It really adds movement to the quilt.
"Sew"...that's the MooseStash rendition of "Black and White" blog hop.
I must admit, the moose boys are just a little miffed 
that they were not the stars of the show.
But really now...have you ever seen a moose paw block?
What can I say boys...some days it's just not all about you!
Do we need to have a little visit to our favorite psychologist?
LOL!!

Make sure you check out all the goodies, my fellow bloggers have to share.
There's a world of black and white eye candy, for sure!
And it is, all about sharing it with you.
;-)

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49 comments:

  1. MichelleJanuary 21, 2019 at 11:09 PM

    I love the Bear Paw block and it pairs so nicely with the Churn Dash. Very pretty quilt!

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  2. AnitaJanuary 21, 2019 at 11:19 PM

    The combination of the different blocks make a striking quilt! In my mind it looks very modern!

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  3. Vroomans' QuiltsJanuary 21, 2019 at 11:56 PM

    OMG!! This is just so awesome and my two favorite blocks as well. How that black pops on this!

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  4. CynthiaJanuary 22, 2019 at 1:00 AM

    Wow it is a classic.

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  5. Danice GJanuary 22, 2019 at 1:30 AM

    Creative and beautiful quilt. It must have taken a while to complete.

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  6. TuridJanuary 22, 2019 at 2:06 AM

    Lovely quilt, and even more lovely photos.

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  7. Lisa EnglandJanuary 22, 2019 at 4:08 AM

    Wow, the quilt is gorgeous and your post is very entertaining!

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  8. Elizabeth CoughlinJanuary 22, 2019 at 4:36 AM

    Absolutely stunning quilt! And the bears work perfectly with the blocks.

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  9. GinJanuary 22, 2019 at 6:49 AM

    Very pretty. The bear block is a winner! Your info on the colors make me want to use black and white even more.

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  10. Anita Jackson @ Domestic FelicityJanuary 22, 2019 at 6:56 AM

    Always so much fun in your posts! And the photos are stunning as well, your junkin garden art is the Best!

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  11. CarlaJanuary 22, 2019 at 7:16 AM

    This quilt would be so at home here in my house :0) I really love those 2 blocks in black and white and your quilt is awesome, Joan. Thank you for participating in the Black & White blog hop, my friend. You have truly made me smile and giggle today. You need to design a moose paw block.

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  12. tink's momJanuary 22, 2019 at 7:37 AM

    Absolutely, positively a great, great quilt. but a Halo ;-}
    the background on the colors Black and White was a Wonderful extra.

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  13. KathleenJanuary 22, 2019 at 7:40 AM

    Great movement for the bear on the churn dash! I love it.

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  14. Needled MomJanuary 22, 2019 at 7:41 AM

    That is fabulous, Joan. I love the secondary pattern too. The idea of putting the bear in the Churn Dash is wonderful. It's a great black and white quilt.

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  15. allthingzsewnJanuary 22, 2019 at 8:12 AM

    I Knew you would have something a little different. And you did not disappoint. Especially like the photo with. car

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  16. works4meJanuary 22, 2019 at 8:19 AM

    Wow. You did it again. Fabulous quilt.

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  17. VasudhaJanuary 22, 2019 at 8:20 AM

    Beautiful!

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  18. Danette January 22, 2019 at 8:28 AM

    Just love this! I'm sure you have spent quite a bit of quilting time on this beauty!

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  19. Lori SmanskiJanuary 22, 2019 at 8:31 AM

    Wow this is a gorgeous quilt. And I love your telling of Black and White. Truly interesting. Thanks for sharing and inspiring. quilting dash lady at Comcast dot net

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  20. lynnJanuary 22, 2019 at 9:59 AM

    Love both your quilt and your wit. Have a great day

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  21. Carol SwiftJanuary 22, 2019 at 10:24 AM

    I struggle with the Bear Paw block for some reason, but you always make it look easy and perfect. I love the whole combination of this quilt. As usual, you amaze me with your talent...love it!

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  22. beaquilterJanuary 22, 2019 at 11:34 AM

    this is just stunning! Hey you need shareasale so you can be an affiliate for Accuquilt.

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  23. barbara woodsJanuary 22, 2019 at 12:14 PM

    love your quilt top

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  24. Farm QuilterJanuary 22, 2019 at 12:30 PM

    Absolutely LOVE your quilt!!!

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  25. barbara woods bewtjw@gmail.comJanuary 22, 2019 at 12:39 PM

    that is so cute

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  26. thatfabricfeeling.wordpress.comJanuary 22, 2019 at 1:01 PM

    What a great quilt. The bears look like modern silhouettes in all black. I would have been so tempted to add some color but good for you. IT's so striking in all black and white!

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  27. Quilting TangentJanuary 22, 2019 at 1:16 PM

    Really like the bear cutouts inside the churn dashes.

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  28. NancyJanuary 22, 2019 at 1:20 PM

    Wow! that is a spectacular quilt! The black bears really make a statement. And thank you for telling us what black and white say about us.

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  29. Karrin HurdJanuary 22, 2019 at 1:28 PM

    What a fantastic quilt, love it!

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  30. DeonnJanuary 22, 2019 at 3:56 PM

    Wow, Joan! Way to go! Love your quilt - it is so striking. And I like the bonus secondary design too. I didn't realize AccuQuilt had a bear die. Very cool blocks, cool quilt, and cool post!

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  31. Magpie's MumblingsJanuary 22, 2019 at 4:11 PM

    Oh wow - I love the quilt but then I saw the old car too....ooooooh, be still my heart! If you visit my blog later tomorrow you might see why!!

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  32. SuzeJanuary 22, 2019 at 4:53 PM

    Can't we pretend there is a moose paw block? Got to keep those boys happy!!! I love the churn dash block. What a beautiful quilt and a great use of the AccuQuilt bear die. I love two colored quilts and this black and white is very, very striking. Thanks for joining the hop and sharing with us.

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  33. Anna brownJanuary 22, 2019 at 5:17 PM

    Very very nice I to love a good churn dash and bear paw....Will half to keep this idea on the back burner. Ty for sharing your talents with us...

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  34. ScrapatchesJanuary 22, 2019 at 6:27 PM

    This quilt is as fabulous as you are, Joan ! If anyone could make a "moosepaw" block, it will be you ... <3 Pat

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  35. Brenda @ Songbird DesignsJanuary 22, 2019 at 8:54 PM

    This quilt is stunning! I love the secondary pattern created! I have to say, I'm not surprised the Moose boys were miffed. Those bear fit nicely, perfectly rambling across the "snow" in your quilt! My bet is on you coming up with a moosepaw quilt!!

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  36. jrquiltsJanuary 22, 2019 at 10:28 PM

    WOW THAT IS ONE BEAUTIFUL QUILT.
    hjrogers@sympatico.ca

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  37. Karen SJanuary 22, 2019 at 11:00 PM

    Fantastic way to combine the blocks and have the bear applique, too. I really love the way it looks with the black and white. In fact I can't think of another colour combination that would look anywhere near as good.
    Keep that halo in place!

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  38. Lorna McMahonJanuary 23, 2019 at 5:49 AM

    This is is simply STUNNING!!!! I love how you combined two traditional blocks and the addition of the applique bear is so clever. Nicely done!

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  39. Vicki in MNJanuary 23, 2019 at 7:14 AM

    Very awesome, so striking Joan.

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  40. ~Melody from TwoMakerChicks.comJanuary 23, 2019 at 8:05 AM

    Beautifully done as alwys Joan! Yes, the secondary pattern really is something the way it dances. Love it!

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  41. The Joyful QuilterJanuary 23, 2019 at 9:27 AM

    Bold and beautiful Bear Paw quilt for the Blank and White Blog Hop!!

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  42. Mary AnnJanuary 23, 2019 at 9:54 AM

    Gorgeous quilt and love your well written, witty post too. Thanks for sharing.

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  43. SusanJanuary 23, 2019 at 10:14 AM

    Nicely done, and a great story behind it's creation.

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  44. JoanneJanuary 23, 2019 at 11:54 AM

    This is a beautiful quilt; and yes, the secondary design is pretty darn neat too. I love it when that happens. :-)

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  45. SharonJanuary 25, 2019 at 6:10 AM

    Love it! Black and white is my favorite combination, so now I know what that says about me. ;o)

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  46. MarianJanuary 25, 2019 at 6:23 AM

    OMY Goodness, I love this, from the "meese" in the middle of the Churndash to the Bears Paw block combination. Your right it really gives the quilt movement I love that combination and ty for giving me a little Laugh today ... I really needed it. :)

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  47. Siouxzq64@gmail.comJanuary 25, 2019 at 6:29 AM

    Great quilt. I like the bear paw block and the churn dash, so I think it is fabulous.

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  48. nicolesenderJanuary 26, 2019 at 5:02 PM

    Terrific quilt! The bear is a great addition to it.
    nikilsend(at)outlook(dot)com

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  49. Dione Gardner-StephenJanuary 29, 2019 at 5:21 PM

    Hi Joan, I love this quilt. Specifically I love how the bear paw and churn dash look together. I would have never thought of this terrific combination.

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Thanks for stopping by today. Your comments really do make me day!
;-)

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