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Old 05-21-2016, 11:27 AM
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I like it as is.But if you are determined to change to equal sister, Then I agree with Meyert, change the white squares.
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Old 05-21-2016, 11:30 AM
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l don't think there's enough difference to do all that ripping.Those fabrics are in the same "family". Your sister may have an entirely different opinion than you do! You might even try a bit of hand embroidery on those squares...perhaps white daisies using crotchet cottonLet the quilting take it to a new level.
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Old 05-21-2016, 11:45 AM
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Originally Posted by quiltsRfun View Post
I agree. Call it a lesson learned and move on to the next quilt. Oh, and I think the original colors are just fine.

i agree with this
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Old 05-21-2016, 11:55 AM
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Personally, I'd leave the pink. It looks great. The second fabric you showed is too close to the rusty flowered one next to it. jmho~~
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Old 05-21-2016, 12:19 PM
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I would be inclined to change out the white(with butterfly) and replace with something similar to that brownish color....the brown color that is in the fabric 2 rows out from the white. Leave the pink....that's my opinion.

BTW....I have not read any of the other comments...just wanted to read them later to check how my opinion compares with what others said.
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Old 05-21-2016, 01:48 PM
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I like it just as it is and I'm sure your sister will love it, especially since you used the same fabrics for each sister. What a very thoughtful gift. (sometimes we look at our own work too critically, IMHO)
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Old 05-21-2016, 01:57 PM
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I read all the comments and went back for a second and then a third look. I think the white fabric pulls the eye too much. The pink looks fine where it is. If I were to change anything, I would change that fabric for one with a cream or beige background. You know, your sister is going to love it whatever you decide, because you took the time and effort to make it for her.
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Old 05-21-2016, 02:01 PM
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It would be a major "Problem In The Area" to change out any of the squares.

That said - the "row" of yellow flowers on red background between the "solid" pink and "yellow" seems "heavy" (to me) in that position. I like the pink and yellow fabrics that you have.
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Old 05-21-2016, 02:32 PM
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Paint the white squares to tone them down, tea or actual fabric paint diluted-and leave the rest. Once it is finished it will look great! Looking at quilts closeup will cause one to question everything.
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Old 05-21-2016, 04:19 PM
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I appreciate the feedback. The squares that look white are actually a pale aqua.

Originally Posted by bearisgray View Post
It would be a major "Problem In The Area" to change out any of the squares.

That said - the "row" of yellow flowers on red background between the "solid" pink and "yellow" seems "heavy" (to me) in that position. I like the pink and yellow fabrics that you have.
I think you're right about the red and yellow floral squares -- maybe I'll look for another fabric to replace those squares instead. I always need an excuse to go to JoAnn's anyway.
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