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I am thinking along the same lines with the sashing, my carpet is a grey-tan color. I hadn't thought about the CS, but purple sounds like a good place to start! A question-what kind of fabric would have been used to compliment the block fabrics which are mostly civil war prints? A solid like Kona cottons? N.
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Absolutely beautiful, JillNJo! ITA the carpet looks like a perfect sashing. Before I read OKSGlad's purple cornerstone suggestion (which I like), I was wondering about no cornerstone. Anothe thought would be a light grey (that's how I see the carpet) with the cornerstone a darker shade to let it blend in a little more. You've got a really nice light and soft look going. Here's to the home stretch for you!
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I am thinking along the same lines with the sashing, my carpet is a grey-tan color. I hadn't thought about the CS, but purple sounds like a good place to start! A question-what kind of fabric would have been used to compliment the block fabrics which are mostly civil war prints? A solid like Kona cottons? N.
#189
Yes, I do understand, and it makes sense. I have a LQS that specializes in CW and I'm sure she would help me. Oh, the many options can get your head spinning! I have a leaning toward grey and was adding the yellow as I went along, thinking that it would compliment grey if I used it. My mother made the most beautiful grey and yellow quilt I have always loved! It looks totally old-fashioned! You all are helping me, thanks.
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Yes, I do understand, and it makes sense. I have a LQS that specializes in CW and I'm sure she would help me. Oh, the many options can get your head spinning! I have a leaning toward grey and was adding the yellow as I went along, thinking that it would compliment grey if I used it. My mother made the most beautiful grey and yellow quilt I have always loved! It looks totally old-fashioned! You all are helping me, thanks.
Grey sashing with yellow cornerstones could be totally perfect ... and would be such a nice link to your Mom's quilt of the past that you already know you are in love with!
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