When I think delicate, I think small.
And often times applique.
Being that you have already ruled out applique ....
How about downsizing the Missouri Star pattern to be smaller?
A couple more thoughts about delicate .... I think of open space and fabric choices.
Perhaps space the tulips further apart?
Or perhaps what you are not liking about the "un-delicate" tulips is that they are made with bold, bright fabrics instead of something more delicate aka lighter, more pastel?
Last edited by QuiltE; 04-24-2019 at 08:43 AM.