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dakotamaid 06-19-2011 02:15 AM
I would not have thought of that, Jan. I learn so much from this board.:)

Sadiemae 06-19-2011 09:32 AM
Originally Posted by Jan in VA
In cases like this I prefer not to use one of the 2 colors already in the quilt because then the blocks seem to "bleed" into the border to me. I use a totally different color, something complimentary, to "stop" the action of the blocks....maybe a 2" wide narrow border, then one or more, pieced or not, of one of the block colors.

In you case, you've used 2 of the three primary colors (yellow[tan], blue, and red). So, I'd use something in the red family....rust/burgundy/deep orange/true red/etc. for that narrow first border. I think you'll be surprised how it would enliven your quilt.

Jan in VA
I like this idea, and would audition various pieces to see what I like.

Jan in VA 06-19-2011 08:02 PM
"Color theory" is the reason this sort of addition works. But we don't have to "know" that to see that it makes a difference.

I've had virtually no art/color training, but spend a lot of time looking at pictures of quilts and dissecting why one works and another "feels" flat. Just keep that red/blue/yellow idea in mind -- and all their extensions, red, pink, rust, burgundy, orange, etc.; navy, agua,teal, etc.; tan, ecru, yellow, gold, mustard, browns, etc. -- in mind and you'll be less likely to go wrong.

(On the other hand, you can also use the magenta, cyan (blue), and yellow color wheel, LOL!)

Jan in VA

Lady Crafter 06-19-2011 08:09 PM
I love Jan's suggestion too! The burgundy is the perfect addition!

gerswin 06-19-2011 08:25 PM
Originally Posted by Jan in VA
In cases like this I prefer not to use one of the 2 colors already in the quilt because then the blocks seem to "bleed" into the border to me. I use a totally different color, something complimentary, to "stop" the action of the blocks....maybe a 2" wide narrow border, then one or more, pieced or not, of one of the block colors.

In you case, you've used 2 of the three primary colors (yellow[tan], blue, and red). So, I'd use something in the red family....rust/burgundy/deep orange/true red/etc. for that narrow first border. I think you'll be surprised how it would enliven your quilt.

Jan in VA
i agree with this. it will be more striking. hope the recipient enjoys his quilt :)

nycquilter 06-20-2011 08:04 AM
Originally Posted by Jan in VA
Like this:
yup, what she said!


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