Interested in a Dead Simple QAL?

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I'm wondering about a Dead Simple Quiltalong. Anyone fancy joining me? My idea is to make a Dead Simple Quilt, very quick, very easy. BUT the interesting thing will be the palette. Here are the Dead Simple Quiltalong posts to date.



As you all know, putting together colours and fabrics does not come at all easily to me. I often stick to one line for saftey's sake, which probably means that the quilts I make are a little bit too safe, making them a bit blah.


If you are a beginner quilter, this QAL will be perfect for you because it will be Dead Simple. If you are a more advanced quilter, I would love you to quilt along and give input, ideas and advice on colour choice and fabric mixing.


Here's my thinking. Each person picks one palette from Design-Seeds (or any other palette maker or makes their own palette) and then rummages around in their stash for a selection of fabrics matching that palette. We then all make a Dead Simple Quilt where the palette, not the piecing, is the star of the show.


If you are interested in joining in, let me know in a comment and keep your eye on the blog for more news. I'll probably get started some time in September or October. And please bear in mind the following information taken from the Design Seeds FAQ page if you are intending to use a palette from that site. In short, you can show a Design Seeds Palette on your blog but must link the image back to the original blogpost and must not alter the image in any way. You cannot reproduce Design Seeds images on Flickr.


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  1. Unknown20 August 2011 at 17:15

    I have never done a QAL, but Dead Simple seems to be a good place to start!

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  2. Lis Harwood20 August 2011 at 17:22

    Thanks for the link to Design Seeds, brilliant.

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  3. Anonymous20 August 2011 at 17:31

    I would love to do it! Since it is dead simple i will see of some of my newbie quilter friends are interested too! Fun!

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  4. Ella20 August 2011 at 17:42

    I'll be finishing up the Across the Sea QAL in October, so October would be ideal. Are we supposed to stick to solids or mix in prints?

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  5. Sheila20 August 2011 at 17:47

    Keeping a very open mind.

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  6. Debbie20 August 2011 at 17:48

    YES! I have thought of doing this many times, and it would be fun to do as a qa. I've been following Design Seeds on facebook. . .

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  7. Annabella20 August 2011 at 17:52

    I would love to join you as I would love to learn more about colour and using it to its best effect but October sounds better than September...

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  8. Amorette20 August 2011 at 17:53

    this sounds like fun! i love the idea of simple and of working from a palette

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  9. Shelley20 August 2011 at 18:06

    I LOVE those little design seeds palettes! I have them pop up on my Facebook page so I can get my daily fix of color :) I most certainly do not need one more thing to sew, but I'm very intrigued with your idea... I'm thinking...

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  10. Ann Marie @ 16 Muddy Feet20 August 2011 at 18:07

    I might be in, will have to see if I can find me a color palette to go with.

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  11. Annaliese20 August 2011 at 18:08

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  12. Annaliese20 August 2011 at 18:10

    I second Ella. The Across the Sea QAl ends in October, so I would be able to jump into this one in October.

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  13. Megan20 August 2011 at 18:30

    Wow, thanks so much for posting a link to the Design Seeds blog - I've never looked at it before. I think it sounds like a great idea for folks to assemble their own "collections." I'm like you - I usually stick to collection quilting, so I'm definitely up for a challenge with picking my own fabrics.

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  14. Joanna @ ShapeMoth20 August 2011 at 18:31

    I love pomegranate hues and as I just bought all kona cotton charm packs (for solid swap) I will have many colours left to play with. I'm in!

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  15. Molly20 August 2011 at 18:36

    I'm in! You had me at dead simple .....

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  16. Natalie20 August 2011 at 18:38

    I've only been quilting for a few months and have never done a quilt-along, so this seems like a great place to start AND to exercise my skills in mixing and matching colors. I'm actually due with my first kid in November, so depending on when the QAL starts I may end up dropping out partway through, but I'd love to participate as much as I can anyways!

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  17. Archie The Wonder Dog20 August 2011 at 18:47

    Great idea! I'm going to dither at the moment - I'll go to design seeds and see what catches my eye and have a look in my stash/look at an upcoming show. If I don't actually do any stitching I'll definitely follow and join in the discussion, if that's allowed?!

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  18. Al20 August 2011 at 19:00

    I love this idea. Color palettes are my favorite thing in the world.

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  19. Rebecca Lynne20 August 2011 at 19:09

    Wow Lynne...it is like you are reading my mind! Would be all for joining a color palette QAL. Ive been interested in playing with solids and color lately. Late Sept or Oct sounds great!

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  20. Carol at Serendipity20 August 2011 at 19:22

    What is a dead simple quilt? Is there a picture?

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  21. Heather A20 August 2011 at 19:29

    Dead Simple? Beginner? You've got my attention! Your proposed approach to choosing colours and fabrics sounds fun to me.

    Do tell ...

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  22. Trudi20 August 2011 at 19:47

    Looks like a great plan! :)

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  23. Prof. S (the enchanted bobbin)20 August 2011 at 19:51

    Sure, I'd do it! Pulling fabrics based on a desired palette is actually one of my favourite parts of the process. I can feel a little suffocated by use of a single line fora project. So this would be a nice change of pace from my Loulouthi hexies in more ways than one :)

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  24. {Leila}Where the Orchids Grow20 August 2011 at 20:00

    dead simple is always a good thing! Thanks for the link to design seed I had not seen that site before, very cool!

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  25. Leanne20 August 2011 at 20:01

    Looks like fun, I will watch for more info.

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  26. Angela20 August 2011 at 20:19

    sounds like fun Lynne! I might do something more like placemats or some of ayumi's baskets...I can't handle more quilts. But I love the idea of a color challenge.

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  27. NancyinSTL20 August 2011 at 20:23

    This sounds great, especially for those who are timid about selecting fabrics and are not confident with mixing colors--my favorite things! I'm going to love following along and seeing what others do. Maybe, I'll be tempted to join in on the fun, but I've got my hands full for now.

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  28. Tezzcan20 August 2011 at 20:29

    Oh yes please, I love Design Seeds.

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  29. MariQuilts20 August 2011 at 20:34

    You got me thinking.....

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  30. Paige20 August 2011 at 20:52

    I love this idea but I'm confused. Is it going to be a pattern we all follow or everyone does their own thing?

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  31. dutchcomfort20 August 2011 at 20:58

    Great idea Lynne! Did you know you can make those colourards from your own pictures in bighugelabs? Just choose the Color Palette Generator. It’s fun to play with!

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  32. Lynne (Lily's Quilts)20 August 2011 at 20:58

    Paige - there is going to be a pattern.

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  33. KellyS20 August 2011 at 21:21

    I am definitely interested, depending on my time around when you start this. My little one's due date has been moved up to the end of September now, and it all depends on how much sleep I am getting, and all that. I may have to do it on my own pace and link up after everyone else is finished, but I love the idea!!

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  34. Jan20 August 2011 at 21:22

    I'm interested. I've done one QAL, and I'm always willing to try new things.

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  35. foodmathquilts20 August 2011 at 21:23

    I'm in (I hope) but I'm not sure how much sewing time I'll have once school starts. My palate tends to come from " whatever's on sale"!

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  36. Sandi P20 August 2011 at 21:25

    I am interested in knowing more - how's that for a commitment - LOL No, seriously, I am intrigued. Choosing colors is one of the more intimidating aspects of quilting for me, so this may be just what I need. Off to check out the Design Seed sight.

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  37. Silvana ( aka silort, on flickr)20 August 2011 at 21:30

    Dear Lynne, you're always giving us inspiration!!
    I'm very interested in this project but depends when you will start it! for awhile, I will go to Design Seeds and Huglabs to choose a pallet, so if I could join in, I will have an idea to my quilt.
    Thank you, Lynne!
    Hugs from Brazil!!

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  38. Betsy Lynn20 August 2011 at 21:34

    I'd love to join this QAL.
    Sept-Oct would be good!

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  39. Anne D20 August 2011 at 22:00

    I love a quilt along but find it hard to fit them in so a dead simple one sounds great. Design seeds is great for colour inspiration. Another idea is the paint shop cards.

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  40. Kati20 August 2011 at 22:52

    I love this idea. I'm not sure I can participate immediately because have six different projects that need to get finished up in the next couple months, but I would love to try. I love Design Seeds and am frequently pinning from their site. It's fabulous.

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  41. Unknown20 August 2011 at 23:05

    ooh yes ... you know me and colour ... and dead simple, come to think of it .... I'm IN!

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  42. Patti20 August 2011 at 23:27

    I love, love,love Design Seeds and check it out every day! I'd be very interested in a QAL as I have never done one.

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  43. kx21 August 2011 at 00:39

    I'm in!!

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  44. marycatharine21 August 2011 at 00:52

    I'd join in for sure... colour is scary in quilts.

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  45. Katie21 August 2011 at 01:09

    I'm interested.

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  46. Anonymous21 August 2011 at 01:18

    I'll be watching to see what you have to offer! I do love Design Seeds - luscious combinations!
    cjnid

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  47. Karen21 August 2011 at 01:21

    Totally in-I need experience with color palette for sure! Sounds like such a good time! I may have to buy my colors though

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  48. Shari21 August 2011 at 02:10

    I've never heard of design seeds. Sounds interesting. A little interested in a QAL - will see what inspires when the time comes... and time permitting of course - so many wonderful things to try - so little time!!

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  49. Karen21 August 2011 at 02:21

    I am interested but I am not sure I understand how this works. I have done QAL but not heard of Design Seeds.

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  50. Joanna21 August 2011 at 02:30

    Love the idea of focusing on color rather than piecing. That would be a stretch for me. Let's go!

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  51. Amanda21 August 2011 at 02:32

    I have never heard of Design Seeds, but I am interested in the QAL!

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  52. SisterOfTheDivide21 August 2011 at 02:54

    I would be interested!

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  53. Sara21 August 2011 at 02:58

    Went and browsed at their blog and they really get your creative eye working!!

    I want to do it! Wondering what the pattern will be;)

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  54. Anonymous21 August 2011 at 04:13

    This sounds so fun...I love the idea of picking one of these color palettes as the whole inspiration for a quilt!

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  55. Kritta2221 August 2011 at 04:22

    Sure I'll play if I've popped my baby out by then. If not, I'll play later!

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  56. Laura at Ruby Grey Studio21 August 2011 at 08:04

    I think I'm in . . . as a matter of fact, I have a painting in my family room I've been wanting to match colors to and come up with something . . .

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  57. Erin @ Once Upon a Donkey21 August 2011 at 09:43

    Yes please! I have a colour palette I've been considering for a while now so would love an excuse to give it a try and see if it works. :)

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  58. Nicky21 August 2011 at 09:45

    I find it impossible to resist anything you suggest Lynne - need that doctors appointment NOW! Sounds great and thanks for the heads up on Design Seeds! I like to push myself out of my comfort zone!

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  59. ScissorsandThread21 August 2011 at 10:04

    Sounds good, I am a huge fan of letting the fabric (or colours) shine rather than the design necessarily.

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  60. eva21 August 2011 at 10:37

    I have never done a QAL, but Dead Simple seems to be a good place to start! I´m happy about Paige´s question about the pattern and Your answer - now I know. Hopefully the language wont be a problem.
    I would love to try this - so I´m in!

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  61. Caroline21 August 2011 at 11:33

    Yes and Yes! Count me in. I'm such a novice when it comes to colours, I tend to stick to 'safe' choices but I'd love to experiment a bit. This sounds like a brilliant idea - thanks!

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  62. Karen21 August 2011 at 17:14

    Hi there - this sounds intriguing! I'm off now to have a look at Design Seeds. I'm not a beginner quilter, but I have terrible trouble finishing things, so the "very quick" part has me sold!
    Thanks for (another) great idea

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  63. Tracey22 August 2011 at 01:12

    I am interested in joining. I will watch for more info.

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  64. Laura22 August 2011 at 02:51

    I am In!!! I can't wait.

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  65. Jules22 August 2011 at 04:51

    i can't wait. i have already picked my inspiration palette at design seeds. this is going to be fun.

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  66. Melinda22 August 2011 at 15:06

    Ooh, I just started my own quilt along where this idea would work so great. And my palette looks like pomegranate hues. Can't wait to see your plan for the quilt itself.

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  67. Anonymous22 August 2011 at 18:43

    This looks like fun! My first quilt AND first QAL. Thanks for putting this on! Looking forward to it!

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  68. Susanne22 August 2011 at 22:55

    I'm in! Off to go find a pretty palette!

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  69. Anonymous23 August 2011 at 05:14

    I'm interested if the quilt is pretty modern looking

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  70. anne23 August 2011 at 22:35

    Sound like fun count me in. Off to find my colour palette. - cannot wait for this to start.

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  71. Hobby Lass24 August 2011 at 07:49

    OMG Lynne what are you doing to me. I'm just backfrom my hols and trying to catch up. I really struggle with colours so normally get Ethne to help me so this is a brill idea but it's finding the time to fit it in.

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  72. Brenda Cregger26 August 2011 at 03:01

    Sounds good, I'll give it a try.

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  73. Candice26 August 2011 at 18:07

    Oouuuuuu, really want to do this!!! I will be watching for posts!!!

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  74. Rebecca26 August 2011 at 18:37

    Sounds like fun! I'm in!

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  75. Anonymous1 September 2011 at 12:54

    I am in!! i am thinking sequins brights for my palet

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  76. Julzie1 September 2011 at 15:49

    This sounds doable, even in the run up to Christmas and thanks for the link to Design Seeds, great site :)

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  77. Tricia3 September 2011 at 01:50

    This could be my first quilt along!

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  78. Nicola3 September 2011 at 15:23

    I've never tried a QAL before either, so I'm very excited about having a go!!

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  79. Kathryn4 September 2011 at 04:17

    This sounds fun. The hardest part is picking my palette. Count me in! I'm trying to get a girlfriends to join me as well.

    Kathryn
    rkhemstead@genext.net

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  80. Laney5 September 2011 at 02:33

    Hi! I'd like to join this one, too! I love the whole focus on the color palette thing. Sounds like fun!!

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  81. Alethea Ballard6 September 2011 at 06:57

    I fear that I can make Dead Simple into complex instead. Perhaps this is just what I need! Now to choose a palette! Thanks for the invite, Alethea

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  82. Marie11 September 2011 at 00:07

    Sure, why not! Count me in. It'll give me a chance to step out of the box with color and try to experiment a bit.

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  83. Anonymous11 September 2011 at 01:25

    I have never participated in a QAL. Dead Simple sounds great. Looking forward to getting started.

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  84. Ellie18 September 2011 at 11:57

    I've never made a quilt before but would love to and I'd love to join in but we are having our bathroom updated and the house is being taken over by tools etc. When it is finished (whenever that fine day may be) I have promised myself to tackle this. I'll be back. :)

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  85. Scrapbook-ChickADoodle22 September 2011 at 13:08

    I'm a wantobe quilter...I think this might be my motivation to stop saying I think I can and actually DO.

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  86. Patricia Lessell22 September 2011 at 14:11

    Oh Lily I am still a WanToBe Quilter I hate to say. But I've been really ill lately and haven't had the energy to do anything at all. But I really would love to join your QAL and hope to keep up-to-date with it.

    Thank you so much for doing this.

    Patti xxx

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  87. Hitch and Thread22 September 2011 at 16:23

    I'd love to do this as my first quilt along. October would be great. My only problem is choosing just one palette!

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  88. Anonymous23 September 2011 at 00:31

    I'll join your quiltalong. I picked the fall spectrum color palate - don't have a quilting blog, but maybe I'll figure out how to "flickr" or whatever the final prints I have chosen to match the colors on my palate. It'll be interesting starting with prepicked colors, and having to match them from my pile of fabric. I don't want to buy for this quilt. wish me luck?

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  89. Sharon - Lilabelle Lane23 September 2011 at 11:41

    I am a little late to the party but with a request from my son for a quilt I figured this was the perfect project. He has just been and picked his pallet, "Berry Blues". Can't wait to find some fabrics to match.

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  90. Rhonda 3 October 2011 at 15:51

    What a fun QAL. I am swamped with projects, but since this one is simple and I need another quilt for a family gift, I think I'll join in. I have posted a link from my blog too. Can't wait to see what everyone's color pallet is, and how their quilt turns out. : )

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  91. Alice15 October 2011 at 11:27

    I'm in!

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  92. Nicole24 February 2012 at 09:34

    Those are pretty color combos. It reminds me of the paint color samples at the hardware store and you can get some that show nice color pallettes too.

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