Good Morning btw everyone.. Sew.. :P Here is my problem. I decided to try making a new block this morning. It is Army Star and I found it at http://www.quilterscache.com

The picture of the pattern shows that it is made using five prints. So I picked five prints that I liked together..however once I cut every thing out and started sewing and placed the blocks the fabrics just didnt look right. Should I stop and rewind..or will it all look better once its completely sewn together? I welcome all opinions and suggestions thanks for taking the time to help me :)

The top point of your center star is upside down. That might make a difference! lol

I would go ahead and put it together and see how you feel. :) You've made it this far.

I think you need more contrast. Too many of the fabrics are in black and brown and grey tones that merge together, and at least a couple of the textures are very similar. Try starting over with a different focus fabric that has several colors in it, then choose fabrics that pick up those colors. Also it helps a lot to have a small amount of a "deep dark" fabric and "light bright" fabric in the block.

The bright yellow of the cutting mat peeking through actually livens up the block. Try changing out the golds and browns with brighter versions of yellow.

I agree with Prism- but at this point I would go ahead and finish it as a practice block :lol:

OOps about the upside down block.. I didnt catch that thank you.. and I will take the advices to finish off the block as a practice block and then go back and choose my fabrics again as suggested.

Thanks so much ladies :)

I think it's times like this when EQ would come in handy, because then you could audition your block into a full quilt.

I also, think the contrast is missing as the colors are too similar in shades. I'm thinking the 2 paisley type prints don't allow for the detail to come out...I'd switch one of those out with a lighter shade along that line.

I like this color combination. Not a lot of contrast but I think it will look really good finished in a quilt.

I really like it too. I think it'd look great when its all done (except for that one flipped block. tee hee) If I switched anything it'd be that paisley, but I really think it looks good as is. Finish the block then decide if you like it.

It's nice if you want a more monotone look to it..if not replace one or 2 with a brighter choice, like the star points or the black paisley or the brown paisley..cut out little pieces and place them over what you have: I have done that before and it helps me...

I agree with greensleeves, I think these colors are stunning and if you carry out your theme it will be a great looking quilt.