I gave my opinion earlier on this, but I an still wondering about the pattern you used. I think this block is fabulous. I would like to make one too, so that I can put myself in you same delima. Jean

Here is my decision...I ordered this from the same Barefoot Roses Collection, I just received it and it did what I hoped it would. I think it defines it without overwhelming my blocks..thank you for the priceless help I received, wow, what a group!!!

Just do a search on the tutorials for Ditter's String Quilt. I am making it the same way.

I made my grandson's civil war quilt the same way but I machine sewed the front strips down, with this one I am going to hand sew them down.

Every block I made got easier and easier until I could make a row in a day!!!

Oh my; a tiny stripe! I would never have come up with that idea. Please do post a photo of the completed quilt. I bet it is going to look out of this world.

LOVE IT!!!
I would never have thought of a stripe.
GREAT

Really nice, doesn't take away from the rest of your blocks..

Whatever the background you have the blocks on even looks good. It would be unobtrusive and would let the blocks stand out. What beautiful fabrics you chose!

I would use a dark color as suggested a burgundy, deep shade of rose or dark blues and the same color in the inside border of the quilt.

Ooooh, I like that skinny stripe! What a great idea. It doesn't take away or compete with all the other prints, but compliments them - good choice. Yes, please show a picture of more of it when you get it put together.

My first thought is the blue polka dot. Can't wait to see what you chose. Be sure to post pictures of the finished quilt.

I love that little stripe. Would have never thought of that. I usually have to cut a bunch of strips and try them out.

Very pretty colors ! I would audition different colors for joiner strips to see what actually looks best.

Definitely like your choice. :-D

I love what you selected. Great job!!

I think a creamy white would be gorgeous:)

I'm too late to vote, I'm sure, but I just wanted to say how pretty your blocks are. Can't wait to see the finished top!

I don't have a color suggestion for you, besides you probably have gotten plenty by now. I do think your blocks are beautiful and I can't wait to see pics of it completed.

Wow, It's over 3 years since I posted that. I never did finish that quilt, my son took his life in Jan 2011 and I couldn't touch that quilt again, sold the unfinished quilt. I haven't sewed since then but I just saw a Strata Star table top that has made my fingers itch.
Last September we moved to Hilton Head SC so I feel I am in a different world, going to try that one.

Elaine

Cute blocks! My first impulse was to go with white.

I don't think I would go for stripes. I'd do a darker blue. It would really be pretty.

Elaine you have my deepest sympathy. Maybe along with the move along with the Strata Star table top, may ease your pain. Please post your star.

Cannot imagine the devastation of losing a child Elaine - condolences and prayers for you and yours.

Deepest sympathy for your loss, sending loving prayers your way.

welcome back. i hope the joy of sewing finds you again, and that your life in hilton head is a wonder.

there are no words for your loss, only time.

aileen

I too think a pink like the ones already in or a nice burgundy

Ditto from Poland, Elaine!

My condolences to you and your family on the loss of your son - - - -

Hmmm, this is an old post, apparently. My condolences.

OH, Elaine, I can't imagine! Prayers and condolences to you and your family.