I vote no stripes~

I agree with others - no stripe, but perhaps as part of the border. I've yet to do one of these quilts, but it is definitely on my to do list.

I like the stripe--it makes it pop.

Your braids are beautiful w/o the stripe!

im like it without the stripe down the middle

Without!

Personally, I prefer it without, but if you like it better with, then go for it. There's no quilt police here.

I vote no strip too

Love the stripe as the border. Great job and beautiful colors.

I like it without the stripe.