I think I like it better without the stripe.

It's beautiful but I too vote no stripe

It's more dramatic without the stripe border but with the border you don't have to worry about perfectly matching points!

with out the stripe.

I like it better without that stripe, and agree that I would probably use it as a border instead.

I looks like it matches up perfectly, so put the stripe on the outside, as a border. That way, you can show off you awesome perfect work!

I like it without.

Better without.

Either way would be good, but I like the stripe in between the braids, really pops them. Just my humble opinion.

That is a pretty pattern, thanks for giving me the opportunity to see it. As for which one I like best...I like it without the braid.
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I definately like it with the stripe. It adds more depth. Maybe 1 braid, 1 stripe, 2 braids, 1 stripe, 1 braid, etc.

I like it better without the stripe in the middle. It looks disjointed to me. The stripe on the outside would be a very nice frame. You did such a beautiful job in both choosing colors and assembly.

no stripe in the middle, but great for border

W/O stripe! run the stripe border away from the quilt. That way you don't have to worry about those L-O-N-G stretches of stripes being cut perfectly! easier to piece the border too if you aren't into one long cut. Gonna be a beauty... Great work!

I like the stripe.

I agree with no stripe. That will look really great. Be sure to post a pic when you're done!

with the stripe in the middle

I like it with out the stripe in the middle. It splits it in half but as a border it will inclose it. Just me thinking out loud. Gail

ditto

I like the stripe

no stripe in the middle. and when you use the stripe for borders, try cutting it so stripe is horizontal.

No stripe, border maybe.

without!

I like it without stripes

i like it without the strips

I vote no stripe.

Without. What a great quilt this is going to be!

If you put a piece in - between the strips, don't use the stripe. Your quilt is nice and striking, and this stripe 'cheapens' it. I think you need to have perhaps a red or black stripe flanked by two red or black stripes, which are a little thinner, on the outside. The particular stripe that you have chosen is not a suitable one for that quilt.

I love the stripe.

honestly - the first one would be my choice

I vote no stripe. Use it for the border. I think it is beautiful no matter which way you do it though.

no stripe

DITTO

My vote is without. looks great

No stripe

I like it best without the stripe. Post pics! Love your colors.

I agree, the stripe would be better as a border. Maybe an inner border.

I'm in the no stripe camp.

I love the grafic look without the stripped border. It really jumps out at me. Love the Black, White and Red.

I like it without the stripe in the center. Beautiful design!! I think a solid binding would really make it pop since there is a stripe appearance with the design. Maybe a red binding. I think the stripe might detract from the rest and it looks so good now. Just my opinion.