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    Old 07-10-2011, 05:47 PM
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    The first picture below is from the cover of Judy Neimeyer's Bali Wedding Star pattern. The second picture shows the fabric groupings I've come up with (so far) for the rings. Please give me your honest opinions about the fabrics -- does anything 'jump' out as being too bright, too dull, out of place, etc. This is an expensive and time consuming project and I'll appreciate any help I can get!!! Sorry about the second one being a little bit dark, but with the flash the colors were all washed out. Thanks.
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    I think your selection is beautiful.
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    The fabrics/colors look great. I find that red stands out from
    all the other colors, so use it with care.
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    I like your colours. It will be more colourful then your example but I think it will work out well.
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    Old 07-10-2011, 05:56 PM
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    I agree that you should use red with care, but choice of fabric is fabulous
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    Old 07-10-2011, 06:13 PM
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    I think they blend perfectly, and as for the red "jumping out" I don't think it is to over powerful. and red means love and aren't weddings about love?? can't wait to see the finished quilt! but keep us updated along the way please!
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    Old 07-10-2011, 06:22 PM
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    I looked really closely and like to give very honest constructive criticism. However, I can't find any fabric choices to criticize. Very nice grouping of fabrics. I would not hesitate to make suggestions but I really like the fabrics. Good luck with the project. Piecing curves frightens me. LOL
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    Oh man do you have a problem....I love both layouts.
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    Old 07-10-2011, 06:32 PM
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    Originally Posted by earthwalker
    I think your selection is beautiful.
    ditto
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    Old 07-10-2011, 06:58 PM
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    Originally Posted by QuiltnNan
    Originally Posted by earthwalker
    I think your selection is beautiful.
    ditto
    Ditto for me too!
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