I just finished this quilt and I'm thinking that the last white border is too narrow. It's finished size will be 2 1/2 which is the size of most of the squares in the blocks. The blocks are 10 inch finished, so I almost made the border 5 inches - but wasn't sure and now I'm not sure if the border is wide enough. So I thought I would ask all of you. Thanks for your help.

I think it's lovely! It showcases those beautiful prairie points!

I agree. It is a beautiful quilt, and the border looks just right.

I like it just the way it is.

i agree. the border is just the right size. :-)

beautiful quilt

Oh my. I guess it's just me. When I finish a quilt I always dislike it. I guess that's what happened again. I just thought it wouldn't happen with this one. LOL!! I really appreciate the help - we have great quilters on this board and I knew I could get some good advis.

That's Beautiful Great Job, size looks fine to me, the border fabric will make it pop. :)

Yup, agree

An overly fat binding might look terrific on this narrow border. Just my thought!

Your quilt is perfect and just precious. I love the fabrics and the prairie points are great.

I like it!

It is wonderful. The first sash is being used up as a pedestal for the prairie points and it is very pretty. I think I would like another sash of your white on white next so it can speak for itself, then your border.
It is great the way you have it if you want to leave it as it is./Regards, Dorothy

Perfect as it is!!!! Beautiful quilt!

This is very pretty and I like the binding fabric. I have never thought about using a binding was not in the body of the quilt, great idea.

It looks great. It is like a background for the prairie points. Nice quilt!

Once you've added the binding I think you will be very happy with it.

I think it will be fine. I like the binding fabric and the quilt is beautiful!

We always seem to be harder on ourselves compared to other people's opinions. I almost always dislike a quilt when I finish it for one reason or another, only to end up loving it! Maybe I get tired of it during the process, I don't know.
Your quilt is beautiful AS IS !!! :D

I like it and I think once you put your binding on you will love it.

I think it's just perfect. Beautiful quilt.

I wouldn't change a thing.

Perfect....super job :0

I like it just the way it is. Some things can't get any better and I think this is one of those things!

Done deal?

It's a pretty quilt. I tend to like the wider borders; ie, 5 inch borders. By the way, where are the quilt shops in Bakersfield? I live in Palmdale and would love to visit a few in Bakersfield. Thanks

Beautiful quilt! I think the border is perfect

I love it, thanks for sharing

No it's not too small. It looks really good, love prairie points. Wow, I love your binding fabric, it will look great.

the small border sets off those prarie points....once you bind it, you will be very happy! Nice quilt!

I like it the way it is. It is a pretty quilt.

I think its darling!! It'll make the prairie points a really focus. :thumbup:

Thanks everyone! I really value your opinions. I did trim up the white border as the edges were a bit off. And yes it's a Done Deal. I'm leaving it that way. I'm glad to hear I'm not the only one that's hard on my own work.

[quote=dgrindey By the way, where are the quilt shops in Bakersfield? I live in Palmdale and would love to visit a few in Bakersfield. Thanks[/quote]

We have three quilt shops:

Strawberry Patches
http://strawberry-patches.com/
6439 Ming Avenue, Ste. C
Bakersfield , California 93309
661-835-1738
They are right behind the shopping center.

Quilter's Haven
Quilters Haven 3040 Brundage Lane Bakersfield, CA 93304 661.336.0100
http://www.quiltershavenbakersfield.com/

To Quilt & Sew 3510 Allen Road Ste. #102 Bakersfield, CA 93312 661 589-8863
http://www.toquiltnsew.com/

I really like all three shops. We also have a Hancock's, a Joann's and a Beverlys.

So if you come and want a tour I'll be glad to meet you and take you around. :)

Linda

Perfect!

Looks great to me.

I like as is. I love they way you did your prarie points.

Really beautiful. I can't imagine the hours you put into the piece and such precision. Good for you! Be proud.

[quote=liwilliams]Thank you so much. When I come, I will let you know.