Originally Posted by
oh munner
My honest opinion is that if that piece were mine, I'd have to find a different border for it. If you keep it, that strip will drive you crazy, and if you're going to give it away, the recipient may not think it looks as good as it could have had you used all of the same fabric.
Yeah, I'm too OCD to live with that wonky plaid. But that's just me. And really, some people love that vibe. If it doesn't bother you, then I'd leave it.
Edited to say that I hadn't seen your replacement option when I wrote above. I like the red very much! Congrats!