Wow like the ribbon, jillmc. They do add a neat twist. I see you didn't have a "pp" point problem. I should have added a little more float and so some of mine are nipped, which really bothers me but I rationalized by saying it was next to printed fabric so not too noticeable, but I had it with ripping and re-sewing. A lesson for next time.
Whitepine, I sure like the rust colored squares in the border. Seems to ground it. If you turn it on point, it will surely be bigger quick! Very pretty.
I am auditioning the next one now. Decided not to wait and "get 'er done." Have been babying my machine along and today was the last straw. It is in the trunk so I can drop it off at the repair shop while I am gone for a few days. She is 45 years old and this is the first major re-do so can't complain too much. She has been through a lot.