The summertime is a great time to start a new hobby and learn a new skill, like quilting. If you’ve recently decided to take up quilting, you know that there’s a lot to learn. One subject you’ll need to learn about is the different types of prints to use in a quilt. Keep reading to learn more about the four types of prints you should use when quilting.
Large Print
You’ll need to select fabric with a large print to be the focal point of the blanket when making a traditional quilt. Large scale prints feature large prints that can be around five inches big or bigger, with several inches of space between them. They come in any design or direction, from specific scenery that must face a certain way to geometric or natural prints that flow in any direction. Many large prints are also colorful since they’re the focal point of your quilting project.
Medium Print
When making your quilt, you’ll also need medium print fabric. Medium prints feature designs slightly smaller than large prints with more space between them. You should match the colors of your medium print to your large one and use one that goes in any direction. This way, your eye has something to look at as it finishes looking at the focal point.
Small Print
Small prints will help balance your quilt between the large and medium prints and are often geometric or abstract. Some are monochromatic and look like blender fabric, but others use more than one color for a more dynamic look. Their designs can be close together or spaced apart. Either type of small print will allow you to continue the color scheme and add texture without overwhelming the eye.
Blender Fabric
Blender fabric is essentially the same as small print fabric, except that it’s always monochromatic, and the print is normally far apart. Their prints can be anything from abstract or geometric to natural or floral. This makes them appear like solid colors from a distance but adds texture when viewed closely. Know that you can use blender fabrics to transition between various prints in your quilt.
The four types of prints you should use in a quilt are large, medium, small, and blender. When used together, these different prints will make your quilt dynamic and beautiful. As you learn more about quilting, you’ll be able to experiment with other kinds of prints and fabric.
