a small pattern probably wouldnt detract from that gorgeous focus and a tone on tone pattern wouldnt either I would look for COLORS that go first, patterned or not and from there you can see how you like other patterns with it
Originally Posted by montanajan
Should my coordinates be solids? That is one of the things puzzling me - will it get too 'busy' if the coordinating fabrics have any pattern in them? I rarely use plain solids - not sure what to do with this. And I've never made a large quilt - if I can do this, I'll put it on our bed. Thanks for your suggestions already - more welcome!