I have just completed a top that is primarily white columns with a scattering of colored HSTs. My problem is that I did not have enough white to complete the top as the fabrics were from my stash. So, I had to purchase more (about 25% of the top) but try as I might, I could not match the white. So I settled on the best match I could manage. Visually, it makes me wince a bit (think bright white versus cream) but I am "taking it on the chin" and chalking it up to experience....the quilt is just for me so it's no real drama. I have now found some other white in my stash...a closer match to the predominant white in the top BUT I think it is a thinner weave/quality. Once it is placed on top of the batting I'm thinking it's thin-ness won't be noticeable and once it is quilted all will be secure. So, do I replace the obvious "wince" white columns with the thinner weave stuff so it looks more consistent colour wise or do I leave it as is and be satisfied that quilting and time will "soften" the colour difference. And, is the thinner but closer matching coloured fabric likely to cause problems if it is an inferior quality? What is more important...
This is what happens when I try to be a good girl and use what fabric I have instead of buying more!
