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Old 03-31-2015, 07:48 AM
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A few years ago I put together the blocks for Sylvia's Bridal Sampler quilt. The blocks are attached in long rows using white sashing between the blocks. Now I'm wondering if a color sashing should be used instead. Do the blocks look too washed out with the white background and sashing? What do you suggest for sashing & border color? I really would like to get this top done (notice I didn't say quilt, haha) but don't quite know what to do at this point. Thank you for your suggestions.
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Old 03-31-2015, 07:55 AM
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i would use a colored sashing
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Old 03-31-2015, 08:08 AM
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I do like the white sashing...it lets these beautiful and colorful blocks stand out and be the stars they are. (WOW !!!)
Maybe a colored outer border afterwards if you wanted.
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I also like the white sashing - let's all of your hard work shine
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Old 03-31-2015, 08:14 AM
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I like it the way it is - with no sashing. Otherwise, it looks like it might get too big.

Gorgeous blocks. Looks like it took you a long time to complete.
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Your blocks are lovely and fine on the white background. I would use a light or white inner border and then a color or colors. Beautiful!!
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Old 03-31-2015, 08:38 AM
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If you google Sylvia's Bridal Sampler Quilt then click images and look at all the quilts that are shown, you will see all sorts of possibilities for slashing and borders. I think it is helpful to see the finished quilt, then it is easier to decide which you prefer. Beautiful blocks. I like the colors you have chosen. I am sure your finished quilt will be a work of art.
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Here's a link to the google search result for different images of the quilt, with and without sashings:
https://www.google.com/search?q=Sylv...w=1024&bih=611
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I like it the way you have it in the picture. There is enough white to separate the pieced blocks.
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I wouldn't use a color. it's colorful enough and you don't want to take away from the block designs.
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