Need opinions: matching or contrasting thread?
 

Hi everyone, I'm torn about which thread to use for this border applique. It's kind of whimsical so I was thinking of using contrasting thread. Or should I use matching thread? Or use black thread for everything? Please let me know your thoughts. Thanks!!!

PS-The green chevron at the top is the cover on my ironing board, not part of the quilt.

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I kind of like the idea of black? (But I don't know what is typically used.)

being you have alot of black, you could use black. do you want to keep changing thread? Do you want it to stand out? Are you good at stitching it perfectly. if not go matching. I usually ask those questions. If you use black, what stitch will you use? after answering those questions, I hope you have an answer. Love it so far. show us when you're done.

Those are good questions to ask. I don't mind changing thread if I really have to, but it's nice not having to change it frequently. I'm going to machine stitch it and I'm pretty good at that. I'm not sure what stitch to use if I'm using black thread. Probably blanket stitch or narrow zig zag. Thanks for your thoughts, Lynnie!

I really like the idea of a contrasting thread but I think that black would be a little too stark. I would go with a dark pink, orange or a medium green.

I think a red would look smashing.

Those are good ideas too. Maybe I will sew a few practice stitches and see which I like better.

I was thinking a darker coral might also work.

I think you might be right about the black. Now I'm leaning toward dark coral for the flowers and green for the vines and leaves.

Love those fabrics, I think you will like the dark coral and green.