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Weenween 03-15-2013 06:59 AM


Originally Posted by PurplePassion (Post 5927597)
I was going to use this beautiful fabric with turtles for a baby quilt for a boy. But when picking other colors to go with it, I noticed alot of pinks in it. They are brite and varigated. But not sure if it would be ok for boys. What do you think? Thanks

i think a girl personally

Grandma Nancy 03-15-2013 08:07 AM

I agree with Tartan. The fabrics you choose to go with it can determine whether it is a boy's or a girl's quilt.

2blackcats 03-15-2013 09:14 AM


Originally Posted by PurplePassion (Post 5927670)
Ok, I have been anxious to use this , it is so beautiful. I will post a pic when done.

Can't wait to see it. I love the fabric and love that the colors are so vibrant. They say bright colors are best for babies, don't remember why.

MargeD 03-15-2013 11:47 AM

I think it's a perfect fabric for both boys and girls. If you pick up the other colors the pinks will not dominate and the quilt could be used for either sex.

labtechkty 03-15-2013 01:40 PM

I hope the colors are okay for a boy, because I just bought some fabric with the same colors for my grandson who will make his arrival in August..I just planned to use a blue border...post yours when you finish!!

suern3 03-15-2013 01:47 PM


Originally Posted by BellaBoo (Post 5927988)
I know my DD and SIL did not want any pink at all in my grandson's baby items. Really it's up to what the parents like when it comes to babies.

Exactly what I was thinking! Really cute fabric but in my family it wouldn't fly for a boy. All depends on the parents.

noveltyjunkie 03-15-2013 03:38 PM

Go for it- it's great fabric, and not girly despite some touches of pink.

Annaquilts 03-15-2013 04:03 PM

I took a poll here. The consensus was that it was a gorgeous print but sure had a lot of pink and purple. DH felt you should maybe ask the parents. I find this is often the problem with a lot of cute prints like that, bugs and novelty, way too much pink, purple and florals. I would probably save it for a little girl quilt.

EllieGirl 03-15-2013 05:04 PM

I think it would be fine. I've made baby quilts for three GS and two of them have colors like pink or lavender mixed in the fabric. They are fine!

ecmlbrant 03-15-2013 06:33 PM

Orange, yellow and blue would look great for a boy.

Rose_P 03-15-2013 09:26 PM

I think it would depend on how well you know the parents of this baby. I know at least one friend whose husband would have freaked about pink, purple, flowers and too cute around his boys, but maybe most modern dads are more enlightened. If you're not sure, I think I'd save it for the next little girl that comes along. It is adorable.

pennycandy 03-15-2013 11:29 PM

I think the fabric is adorable and neutral but I would ask the parents. It would be a great fabric for a set of boy & girl twins or multiples.

twinkie 03-16-2013 03:10 AM

I also think that yellow would go well with the print and is a "unisex" color.

Gannyrosie 03-16-2013 05:08 AM

Go with the boys colors in the fabric. There are many blocks and circles. Concentrate on those patterns also. I love bright colors for childrens quilts. As others have said, as long as you leave this fabric with the only pinks, you're okay.

nananurse 03-16-2013 05:53 AM

I agree with Wendy. I see it as green with cute turtles on it.

QandE2010 03-16-2013 07:07 AM

I agree with the majority. Use the "boy" colors and you'll be just fine. Gorgeous titles, BTW.

katieranch 03-16-2013 07:15 AM

I love it, pull out the yellows, blues and dark greens. Babies don't use quilts long enough to worry about it and the fabric is darling.

patdesign 03-16-2013 02:15 PM

Skip the pink go for reds, yellows and bright blues, even magentas and purples.
Just my opinion,
Pat

nancia 03-17-2013 08:54 AM

hmmm... it depends on the family that receives it. i made one with a very few pink spots and it was kept at the g'mother's (my friend). when i asked the kids about it it was obvious they hadn't a clue what i was talking about. so who made the choice? probably my friend , but pink is pink so now i don't allow even a little. too much work to have it tucked aside.

PurplePassion 03-17-2013 09:13 AM

I don't know the parents. It is someone my daughter works with, and it is early in her pregnancy , so she doesn't know if it is a boy or girl. I already have a girl quilt on hand and wanted to make a boy quilt just in case. I really like this fabric and wanted to use it. I will just add blue, orange,yellow and purple to it. And see what my daughter thinks. She is another one that thinks boys can't wear purple and pinks.


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