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    Old 10-24-2010, 10:05 AM
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    Hi,

    This quilt is 54x72 and a nice size lap quilt for my aunt. I'm trying to decide if I should add a border to it or not. What are your thoughts?

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    Old 10-24-2010, 10:08 AM
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    I would add a double border to give it a more finished look.
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    Old 10-24-2010, 10:09 AM
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    I always think a border finishes a quilt off nicely. I love the colors in your quilt. Your aunt will love it.
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    Old 10-24-2010, 10:11 AM
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    Yes, a double border would be very nice. choose two of the colors to blend.
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    Old 10-24-2010, 10:12 AM
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    I would add a border, to finish it off and frame it up. A double border would look nice, too.
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    I'd put a striped border on it, something that pulls all the colors in.
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    Yes.I think it could use a double border also.
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    Old 10-24-2010, 10:17 AM
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    I vote yes for that absolutely beautiful quilt. Your aunt will love it.
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    Old 10-24-2010, 10:18 AM
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    So, this may seem like a goofy question, what size should the borders be if I go with the double border?
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    Old 10-24-2010, 10:23 AM
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    Yes I would add 2 also.
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