The Panda Bears of China – Quilting Inspiration?
August 10, 2008 by Mary Emma Allen
Filed under Home & Living
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What more fascinating subject for a child’s quilt than panda bears?
With the Olympics located in China, panda bears come to mind. There seems to be a fascination with these black and white bears with the black patches around their eyes. They’re native to southwestern and central western China. Because of their distinctive markings, they’ve been a favorite with artists and photographers, as well as writers.
They become the focus of story books and find their way into art. You also could incorporate them into your quilting and fabric art for the children in your life. Or they might appeal to your quilting customers.
Why not take a pattern like this and incorporate various poses of pandas on it instead of dogs, perhaps even using scenes of China as a backdrop? Or look for printed fabric with panda bear designs. This makes a quick and easy crib quilt or even one for a child’s bed.
Children also enjoy reading about panda bears in books such as those below. You might find inspiration to act as a springboard for designs for a quilt such as the one shown above.
Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?
A Panda is Born/Baby Panda’s First Year
Do you see any possibilities for quilting and fabric art inspiration?
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(c)2008 Mary Emma Allen
