Definitely the dark. It POPS!

Oh wow! So hard of a choice.

My first thought is the Dark - what pop it brings to the reds - really gets your attention.

The Light on the other hand is more subdued - the florals are still quite exciting but the overall quilt has a more quieting affect.

So it depends on where you plan on showcasing the quilt.

I tend to lean toward the Dark as I really like the colour enhancement.

The above being said - likely not much help. LOL :roll: :roll: :roll: :roll: :roll:

I think it depends on what pattern you will be quilting on it. That would make a difference. But I do love both!

I like them both so it depends on what you want the look to be. The dark is dynamic but the light is beautiful.

I started working on one with a light background when I first started quilting. At the moment, I have 2 quilts in progress that have dark backgrounds (one black & one very dark purple) and one with a mixed light backround. I like them all, so it doesn't really matter to me.

Light for me!

the dark makes your design pop out !!! looks great !

Definitely the dark

How about making it reversible - dark one side, light the other.

I think both are really pretty, but if I had to pick just one, guess it would be the light, just because of the mottled fabric. On the other hand, I really like the black too and have been wanting to make a quilt with black background and really bright blocks.
Ohh, really good idea Cat.

Make both...and ya can send me the one that is not needed. ha ha ha.. Good luck deciding on the one... they are both fantastic.

Both work well, but I love how the floral colors pop against the black. Will this quilt hang in your home, if so, what works there?

Both are beautiful but I love the drama of the black!

I also love the dark -- but it would depend on who the quilt is for and their particular style. I can think of several people I could give it to that would LOVE the light one, as well as several that would prefer the dark. Big help, huh? :roll:

Both are striking. If I had to choose, I would probably go with the dark.

both.

But, I think it would depend on where the quilt is going, or who it's going to.

Light one for me!

I like both one of each is my vote.

the dark is very dramatic.

Both are great but somehow I prefer the light.

The dark!

Love the dark!

OK, thanks for all the input. Looks like there is a split, lots of light votes and lots of dark votes.

So... we've decided to offer both kits.

I prefer the dark...beautiful

Light is much better.

OOOOOOOOOOh! definately the dark...........

The pattern is called Shenandoah by Creative Sewlutions.

They are both very striking - but if I had to choose, I would choose the black background - it is very dramatic and rich looking!!

my eyes popped out on the dark. "STUNNING"
WOW

I like the light one best!

Without a doubt ....the dark! The colors really pop and show energy. Love it.

Dark Background :thumbup:

I prefer the drama of the dark. The light is soothing. So it depends on the recipient.

Take me to the dark side!

At first I liked the dark so I went back and looked again, the light do make the flowers pop. Wow, I am no help!

The dark really makes the colors pop.

I prefer the dark background but the light is nice too.

LOVE the darker background. Getting ready to do a appliqued quilt on black. Beautiful!!
Sally

They both look good but if it were made for me I would prefer the lighter one.

I like them both, but the dark really pops the colors. IMHO :)