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Debd 04-08-2011 09:39 AM

I like the blocks, and love them with the sashing, both colors. My warped brain said, why not both? Maybe in a zigzag kinda layout. Would look cool, I think!

IBQLTN 04-08-2011 09:39 AM


Originally Posted by cowpie2
Normally I prefer sashing between blocks for a rest for the eyes. But in this case, I actually like the first picture with the blocks right next to each other.

Me too!!!

JoanneS 04-08-2011 09:58 AM

I like it on the design wall with the white showing - so I vote for white sashing! Yellow looks great, too. Although blue is my favorite color, I like white and yellow more than the blue sashing.

jograma 04-08-2011 10:06 AM


Originally Posted by CloverPatch
I like the blue,there is so much yellow in the blocks that is almost looks blendy.
Great looking blocks!

I agree-blocks get lost with the yellow but the blue really compliments them. Great work!

Drew 04-08-2011 10:13 AM

I prefer no sashing - love the scrappy look!

grannypat7925 04-08-2011 10:43 AM

My pick would be the yellow.

joyce888 04-08-2011 10:52 AM

I've always been told yellow is very powerful and will dominate if used in abundance. I agree with another post that black would be a good choice.

angelarose 04-08-2011 10:54 AM

The blocks without the sashing look good! If it were mine and I wanted the look of sashing I'd use either the yellow (a first choice) or the blue, but I'd make the sashing very narrow. The narrow sashing will give it a mild "pop" and not take away from the beauty of the blocks. Great job!

Lv2sew2011 04-08-2011 10:56 AM

I think, I like the yellow best too, but I notice it will blend into your blocks. But I'm sure what ever you choose will look awesome!

Sallyflymi 04-08-2011 11:31 AM

Like the blue sash.. Looking forward to finished.

blossom808 04-08-2011 11:33 AM

I love the blue sashing

sandy l 04-08-2011 11:52 AM

One more vote for black. Great looking blocks.

jbj137 04-08-2011 12:04 PM

Y E L L O W

KSue 04-08-2011 12:12 PM

The blue is my preference.

WendyMathews58 04-08-2011 12:46 PM

I think that the yellow sashing would swallow the blocks. The first thing I see is the sashing. The blue would give continuity to the blocks and not overwhelm them.IMHO LOL

Shorebird 04-08-2011 12:49 PM

Love the yellow.........makes this look like spring..........

Ruby the Quilter 04-08-2011 12:57 PM

Love it with the yellow.

Ruby the Quilter

JudithAnn 04-08-2011 01:14 PM

I like both the blue and the yellow. Can you mix them?

mshawii 04-08-2011 01:33 PM

No sashing! Jan

penski 04-08-2011 01:33 PM

blue is vote

ktmo815 04-08-2011 01:54 PM

I like the sashing but torn between the 2 colors - I guess its what you like best

mzzzquilts 04-08-2011 02:00 PM

No sashing gets my vote...very nice quilt.

Akes 04-08-2011 02:00 PM

I think I like it better with no sashing. That would be ny #1 pick. #2 pick would be the gold sashing.

trolleystation 04-08-2011 02:53 PM

I cast my vote for no sashing. I like that scrappy look.

CarolLady 04-08-2011 02:59 PM

I like them without the sashing.

kflan 04-08-2011 03:00 PM

I like the yellow. I see you have varying opinions. Let us know which you select. Great quilt anyway you finish it.

Bonnie 04-08-2011 03:15 PM

I like the blue.

Phyl 04-08-2011 03:19 PM


Originally Posted by brendadawg
I need help deciding whether to sash this quilt. Part of me just wants to sew the squares together and be done; and part of me knows the sashing will make the blocks pop. I've attached some pics: One on the design wall, then there's either the yellow or the blue for sashing. Any thoughts on this?
Thanks,
Brenda

Now actually, the first one which you say has no sashing, has white between the pieces and I love it! The white sashing is thin and gives the blocks a light airy look. I think the yellow and the blue weigh it down. (Just what you wanted....ANOTHER opinion!!!!!)

thebossbab 04-08-2011 03:43 PM

I like the blue sashing best. I think it is more pleasing to the eye and I think the yellow just blends in. Nice quilt.

mzmama 04-08-2011 04:00 PM

Sorry but I don't like either of the sashes. Did you try a red or rush whatever the blocks have. Sometimes the colors don't photograph what they really are. I love the blocks.
Nice work.

Stitchit123 04-08-2011 04:04 PM

I like the yellow best but if you go with out it'll look like an old timey quilt

BrendaY 04-08-2011 04:07 PM

The sashing detracts from your pattern, in my opinion anyway.
I prefer no sashing on this one.

Quilting Angel 04-08-2011 04:17 PM

I think it will look great without any sashing. However, if you choose sashing, I like the yellow best.

bink 04-08-2011 04:32 PM

I ditto this comment ---
generally I prefer sashing, but this time I would go with blocks butted up against one another.

awf60 04-08-2011 04:43 PM

I love the yellow sashing.

Grandma Cindy 04-08-2011 05:25 PM


Originally Posted by damaquilts
I kinda like them without the sashing too. They disappear on the yellow and the blue from the blocks blends too. Although out of the two I would pick the blue if I had to pick one.

I agree...

sewingsuz 04-08-2011 05:32 PM

I like the yellow for sashing and maybe the blue would be nice for the boarders. It is very pretty. Which ever you do it is going to be very nice.

Qwiltylady 04-08-2011 05:41 PM

I love it with no sash! Pretty Blocks

MerryQuilter 04-08-2011 05:45 PM

Actually think the scrappy look is best met without sashing.

BfloDd 04-08-2011 05:50 PM

i usually encourage sashing, but like these better without. Really sweet, love your quilt!


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