Looking for ideas for center block in unique Autumn inspired Table Topper

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10-18-2011, 02:54 AM

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Sewfine

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Originally Posted by barny

I wonder what it would look like if you put a 1 inch border on the inside block between the leaves and the star in the dark green.

Well Barny - I have to say "It would look better!" Thanks! I did another mock up to see. Maybe I could piece the borders in dark fabrics. I think the largest the center block could be would be 11 inches though. My printer can only print the botanical fabric so big and the corners limit placement.

They both are pretty, but I like the one with the green trim around it better.

10-18-2011, 04:20 AM

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rita222

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howaboout a tree in full autumn bloom either in applique or fussy cut

10-18-2011, 04:26 AM

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ka9sdn

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Really good discussions today--enjoying just reading and learning!

10-18-2011, 04:37 AM

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Sewfine

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howaboout a tree in full autumn bloom either in applique or fussy cut

I like that idea.

10-18-2011, 04:38 AM

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Judith

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I really like the block you put in the centre. have you thought of using elements from the border to make applique shapes for the centre? I think that might look very pretty.

10-18-2011, 04:38 AM

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EmiliasNana

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Absolutely love your leaf fabric with the green border. I can almost see your head spinning with creative ideas. Could you possibly make your own fabric for the block by grouping greens, browns, rusts from the garden and then using those for the center motif? Lots more work, I know, and more expense..........just thinking out loud. I always make more work for myself that way, so feel free to totally ignore : ) Whatever you do will be absolutely stupendous, as it already is.

10-18-2011, 04:53 AM

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sandrabrueggeman

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I love those colors, very pretty.

10-18-2011, 04:54 AM

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VaNella

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How wonderful!! I would make the star in neutrals so it is barely there. That is a compromise between nothing and a star that may compete with your botanicals.

10-18-2011, 04:58 AM

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lsmft

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The focus should be your gorgeous garden motif -- not the center (even tho the square is beautiful.) Center should have muted color - not brighter than the border.