Swap Blocks...
 

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?

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

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

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

the dark makes it stand out. love your blocks

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

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?

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

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.

very nice blocks, great swap

I think they all look fine to me.

Really cute blocks Sandy. Great Job!

Great looking blocks :)

I love the block. Navy gets my vote.

Very nice blocks!!

Hi
Can you tell me more about the block swap? I was just able to log in to ask questions about items listed. Thanks.
Carol O

Here is a link-

http://www.quiltingboard.com/member-...a-t265433.html

I am also in this swap.
This is a picture of a quilt I just finished from a similar swap several years ago.

I like the USA block just the way it is. The blue and redwork blocks are so pretty.

I really like your USA block with the navy stitching. Actually, I like all of your blocks. I have been looking at that swap and would like to do it but that "time" word keeps getting in my way.

My thought is the dark outline looks fine on the red letters.

All are very cute but I just LOVE the first one!

Nice blocks. How about gold thread for the lettering!
peace

Those are just wonderful...

very nice blocks!!!