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05-10-2011, 01:38 PM

#21

Ruby the Quilter

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The brown really frames it.

05-11-2011, 02:41 AM

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Traditional

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Brown just sets it off!!!
Very pretty.

05-11-2011, 02:53 AM

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dixiechunk

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I like the one with the brown border best.

05-11-2011, 02:54 AM

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Jennalyn

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Quote:

Originally Posted by QuiltnNan

to get a better feel for what you've designed, right click on the quilt. uncheck outline blocks and outline patches. it removes the physical division of the parts and the quilt looks 'smoother'. also, when you want to see how to cut the block, choose file-print-[then the type of cutting] and be sure to check size from quilt. then choose preview. you'll have to zoom in to see what it says unless your eyes are very good. also choose preview when you are using file-fabric yardage. that way, you are not wasting ink and paper just to view the info you might change before the final design. these are just some hints that i found to be most helpful on a regular basis. have fun with it.

Ahh, this view helped my perspective a lot! Thank you!

Here are the pictures of a few suggestions implemented. I like the thinning of the brown border a great deal. Not quite so fond of the brown on the inner border. What does everyone think? Brown is definitely staying...

My new current favorite with a thinner brown border.

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Brown on the inside as a test.

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05-11-2011, 03:11 AM

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so-sew

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I like the brown border.

05-11-2011, 03:18 AM

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coachmatthewsvhs

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without the brown border it is a much "softer" look. Bold with the brown..... I like contrast, so the brown for me. Either will be wonderful

05-11-2011, 04:04 AM

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kimscruzer

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I vote for brown ! Too much pink , but that's just me. The pink border drew my eye away from the quil.t

05-11-2011, 04:06 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by kimscruzer

I vote for brown ! Too much pink , but that's just me. The pink border drew my eye away from the quil.t

Too much pink for me too, personally, but I know that's the kind of look she loves. The brown helps give my eyes a break.

05-11-2011, 04:07 AM

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I guess it's a matter of taste, but I'm with you-I like the thinner brown between the beige and pink the best.

It's a beautiful quilt; I'm sure your aunt will be thrilled with it.