Need opinions on this top
02-27-2009, 05:32 PM
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Originally Posted by rubia
I like it the way it is now. I like that it flows together but the limited sashing gives your eyes a break. But then again, it flows together and is very busy. I equate it to Strawberry Shortcake puking everywhere! LOL I'm afraid that adding the extra sashing will stop the flow and make it too boxy. I'm really on the fence about what to do.
02-27-2009, 05:43 PM
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I think I'd like to see sashing in the other direction too. It would give it a "block" look, equating to a baby block. I'd also like to see some of the darkest pink used for the border. It might set it off to perfection.
Nice job!
Nice job!
02-27-2009, 06:41 PM
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Both ways! If you had sewn the blocks together and added long continuous sashing between the rows it would be lovely the way you have it, but sewing the white sashing will make it look disjointed.... But that might just be me!
02-27-2009, 06:51 PM
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I decided to go as is - I like it like this and I'm not sure I'd like it w/ the additional sashing. And, honestly, it's easier. LOL I really appreciate everyone's input. Thanks so much!
03-02-2009, 09:49 AM
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I didn't add the extra sashing, but I did make the border about 3" wide. I have finished the top, pieced the backing and have it mostly basted. The backing is cream colored fleece but it wasn't big enough so I used some of the extra strips on the back too. I'll take some pictures later when the kids pick up their toys and I have room to lay it out.
My next question is... what do you suggest for the quilting? I don't feel like the traditional diamond pattern will look good on the front. I don't have a darning foot so I can't do free motion. I'm thinking about doing a simple square outline inside each block, then maybe doing /\/\/\/\/\/\ on the borders. I'm open to suggestions!
My next question is... what do you suggest for the quilting? I don't feel like the traditional diamond pattern will look good on the front. I don't have a darning foot so I can't do free motion. I'm thinking about doing a simple square outline inside each block, then maybe doing /\/\/\/\/\/\ on the borders. I'm open to suggestions!
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