Originally Posted by Cattyqwltr
I don't think it's ugly. Personally, I would use the plain off setting triangles as opportunities to have more fun with FMQ, but that's just me, I guess.
I agree and I would use a variegated blue thread so the quilting really stands out. I also think the outer border is fine, it's just that the white is so stark that it really makes it stand out. Once you get it quilted it will pull everything together. I think it's a great quilt.