Originally Posted by MadQuilter
I like the small print better. Directional prints will fight with something on the sides.
I knew there was a reason I was not totally pleased with the strip. You put it into works for me. You are right. I get the feeling that it is fighting for attention and draws away from the quilt itself. So I believe I will go with the print instead. Thanks for all of the opinions. I will post again once the borders are on. I am planning on going back for more of the purple for the back and binding.