At this stage I like the stars best. Your color blocks are so strong and drenched in color that the dots to me fade away while the stars have the strength to match the blocks. However, when you add the shadow, that might totally change the look.

Thanks to everyone for all the great opinions and advice. I really looked at both choices in new ways because of what was shared here.

In the end, I chose to go with the stars for two reasons. First, and most important, is that I am attaching this to one of the first quilts I ever made for him, whose front is in tatters, but the backing and batting are still in decent shape. He told me it is his favorite quilt, and that he loves taking it for camping, picnics and bonfires. So I thought the stars fabric would hide stains and dirt better.

Secondly, for purely selfish reasons, I felt the little dots would be much easier to use as a background for one of my scrappy quilts. :)

Anyhow, here is a pic of the top,minus the borders.

[ATTACH=CONFIG]589494[/ATTACH]

Thank you again to everyone who so kindly took the time to respond!

That looks great!!!!!! I didn't respond only because I couldn't decide and that would have been no help to you! :)

Excellent finish! :)

i know it's a little busy but I like the stars. The dots are too white (sure wish i could think of a better way to describe it!)

The quilt turned out gorgeous. The boxes seem to dance on the star material. I know one young guy who is going to love it.

I prefer the dots. The stars are too big and I think they will take away from others.