Originally Posted by
Puddin57
I'm making a quilt for my 89yr old Father-in-law and (besides making a really bad choice on the fabric - not enough contrast with the colour etc), which layout is most pleasing? I think #1 is kind of plain and #2 is too busy. Right now they are cut in 8 1/2" blocks . Any help would be greatly appreciated (I hope the photo's upload OK)
I love your fabric choice, especially considering for whom you are making this quilt! My guess is your father-in-law, after 89 years of living, will prefer the whisper of this beautiful quilt instead of the shout of a brighter one! As for the layout, I like both very much. Is your father-in-law more zigzaggy or windmilly? That might help you choose! It will be a lovely gift under which he will find much pleasure in reading, thinking, remembering!