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03-04-2013, 07:31 AM

#41

DebbE

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Either B, and/or D: if out of the fabric, as our quilting ancestors did, I'd try to match it fairly closely (or pick one of the contrasting colors) and maybe do 4 blocks of those, and put each in the 4 corners. You can make it look like its a design decision then.

03-04-2013, 07:41 AM

#42

valleyquiltermo

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Quote:

Originally Posted by momto5

Match the color as closely as you can; then add borders until you get to the size you want. I wouldn't do a thing to the rectangles except sew them like they were supposed to be at 8 1/2 X 2 1/2. When you get them put together and the borders added, no one will know except you!

Ditto on momto5's Ideal, for the 2 you are missing I would just cut something in solid and make it your label on the front, or just use it as a place to say I love you.

03-04-2013, 08:54 AM

#43

roserips

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I would do B since that is what quilters do sew small pieces together to make larger pieces.

03-04-2013, 10:03 AM

#44

kydeb

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I feel your pain!! I was cutting fabric for some triangulations that I had printed and cut it for the wrong ones! I cut them too small and I cut too many pieces. A small disaster but luckily I had purchased a little extra fabric and I can make it work out. It's the Civil War Tribute quilt so the fabric is really important. VERY frustrating!!! In your case, I would probably choose option b if the print was so that it wouldn't be too obvious

Happy Quilting!!

03-04-2013, 10:37 AM

#45

AndiR

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B. Once it's all put together and quilted no one will notice.

03-04-2013, 10:42 AM

#46

Sierra

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Sarint

I like color, so I would choose a different color and make them pop out!

That's what I would consider. I find that a bright spot is fun, looks like it was put there on purpose (trying to match colors could be awfully hard, and why not add a bit of pop.

But the way I would probably do it is to put the last two squares down in the corner and put the child's name, your name and date on it. Why not have it front and center for him to see!

03-04-2013, 01:27 PM

#47

Suziuki

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Depending on the age of your son have you thought to ask his thoughts on this delemma or is this a surprise or present that you don't want him to know about. He may have his own ideas on what could solve the situation and that way you will not have to worry so much and he will have put his own personal touch to it.

03-04-2013, 04:35 PM

#48

maxnme01

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Do "B" but sew on a 45 deg angle and it will be invisible. Trust me!!!!

03-04-2013, 06:42 PM

#49

Donna in Bellevue

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I went to the "In Search of" forum but didn't see what you have. I have some dinosaurs I'm not using and can certainly spare some if I have the right one. Where do I look to find the picture?