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    Old 06-02-2013, 02:59 AM
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    I tend to sort fabrics by bright or duller....but usually that ends up being that I sort by whether it has white in it (one pile) or a shade of cream/tan/beige (the other pile). I don't mix white with cream/tans/beiges.
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    Old 06-02-2013, 06:03 AM
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    Originally Posted by SavedByGrace
    I want to make a table running using patriotic fabrics and English paper piecing. Some fabric is more "muted"/Americana looking and some is brighter and more vibrant colors. Can I mix them or would that make the muted look dull? Not sure if this pic will show you what I'm talking about or not.
    Personally, I love the mix of colors and values. I think it will make your quilt far more interesting.......Too much MATCHY MATCHY makes for a dull quilt, IMHO.......keep posting pics of your progress....bet this one will be really beautiful!
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    Old 06-02-2013, 06:13 AM
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    I always go for muted. Bright just isn't my style. But you do as you want...its your creation Please post a photo when you are finished with it.
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    Old 06-02-2013, 08:37 AM
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    I vote for adding them all in.
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    Old 06-02-2013, 09:06 AM
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    It is up to you. This is where the design board comes in handy. The question is what look do you want to achieve.
    I probably would use all the fabrics together. there is always the light, medium, dark rule.
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    Old 06-02-2013, 11:26 AM
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    Go for it, they look great!
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    Old 06-02-2013, 06:21 PM
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    I have the same red fabric with the little star. I love it.
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