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Old 10-15-2012, 07:12 PM
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I think it's perfect! That is a really pretty block. Great job.
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Old 10-15-2012, 07:28 PM
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Perfect! The white sets the tree off beautifully! Reminds me of snow. Love it! I am picturing bright red sashing!
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Old 10-16-2012, 03:15 AM
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if you likeit, that's all that matters
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Old 10-16-2012, 03:27 AM
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Real cute, not too many colors.
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Old 10-16-2012, 03:28 AM
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Originally Posted by MommaDorian View Post
Thanks for all the positive feedback. I asked some of my FB friends, non quilters. I got a couple of similar responses; the background fabric (off white) is too stark compared to the tree. Any merit to this?
The first thing I thought when I looked at the block was that the background fabric reminded me of a windy, snowy day--so I think it's perfect.
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Old 10-16-2012, 03:38 AM
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Love, love the block. The colors are perfect. It looks like a Christmas tree with bright lights.
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Old 10-16-2012, 05:44 AM
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I'd do the backgrounds in different colors to mimic the skies around trees, in different parts of the day: lighter yellow, blue sky background, a light grey (get lots of those days here in Oregon!), if you could find 'rainy' background, and I'd do one with a night sky and stars, too, if possible. I love the various colors, I'd do every block like that. I'd do a sashing, though, to separate each of the blocks. Do the blocks first and then audition the sashing colors - that's a decision best made after all the blocks are done. Love your block and can't wait to see what you do with it!
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Old 10-16-2012, 05:45 AM
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Just another thought - you'd need a 'snowy' background, too!
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Old 10-16-2012, 05:52 AM
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I love your block, and I do not think you used too many fabrics. I like it just the way it is, but if you have any doubts about the white, just audition other fabrics to see how it looks. It is cheerful and festive just the way it is, to my eye!
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It is PERFECT! Nice job.
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