QuiltnNan

i like it both ways, but, as previously said, i like it vertical as well.

Sew N Tune

With circles. They add dimension and interest. Vertical for me.

Hattie Frances

I love it, and I vote for circles.

Diane007

I vote with circles

nativetexan

Mmmm, i like it without the circles myself. they hide the work before. but it's your quilt and if you love it with them on, go for it!!

frustratedquilter40

I have to agree I love the circles and I like it vertical as well.

Granny Quilter

I think it needs the circles. They are the flowers blooming among the leaves. I like it much better. Looks like a lot of work!

Taughtby Grandma

I like it better without the circles too, it is such an interesting pattern!

ube quilting

I like it both ways. With the circles is much more fun. As others have suggested, try rearranging them for more balance and try overlapping a few of them for more depth. I would also trying a couple right on the edge of the quilt by folding them just to see what it looks like and how about folding a few right around to the back of the quilt so you see some from both sides! ooooh! Love the strata style of the top. It is going to be so cool when Finished.
peace

wildwoodflower12390

I like it without the circles, reminds me of the windy Oklahoma panhandle.