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RedGarnet222 06-20-2015 12:03 PM

Swap Blocks...
 
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I am in the red white and blue block swap here on the board and I wanted to share with you all the ones I have so far. I am wondering about the USA block. Do you think it would be better to use red thread for the top of the letters and blue on the bottom to out line it? The pic shows it all done in a dark navy. Thoughts?

Annaquilts 06-20-2015 12:06 PM

I am in the same swap. I love the one with the all navy just like shown. I really like this block.

RedGarnet222 06-20-2015 12:06 PM

By the way, the swap is open until the first of the month in case anyone is interested in joining.

weasier22 06-20-2015 12:27 PM

Love your blocks! I like the all navy for the USA block. Thanks for sharing! Happy 4th. to you!

lynnie 06-20-2015 01:12 PM

the dark makes it stand out. love your blocks

jenOSU 06-20-2015 07:57 PM

I would leave the USA as is. Terrific job on all!

FabStripper 06-21-2015 07:57 AM

I love your blocks. I really like the navy outline. It makes the letters pop up. I don't think the affect will be the same with red thread. Is that USA done on embroidery machine?

maryb119 06-21-2015 08:11 AM

I vote for the navy thread! The contrast looks great.

RedGarnet222 06-21-2015 09:39 AM


Originally Posted by FabStripper (Post 7233741)
I love your blocks. I really like the navy outline. It makes the letters pop up. I don't think the affect will be the same with red thread. Is that USA done on embroidery machine?

No just a set I drafted up onto graph paper and then I used the iron on applique thermal stuff to place it on the background. (the name escapes me now) Then a outline blanket stitch (built in) to sew it down.


Thank you all so much for your thoughts. I will finish up with the navy like you say, it does make it stand out.

fred singer 06-21-2015 09:45 AM

very nice blocks, great swap


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