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    Old 05-23-2011, 01:01 PM
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    This is the first square I've done with my featherweight. It's a paperpieced square, and I'm using florals from my stash. It's just a sample, so would appreciate helpful criticism. I'm wondering if it's too busy, and also if some of the florals are too large. What about the colours together? Any input would be helpful. I was thinking of making a 4 block by 4 block baby girl quilt. Thanks!
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    Old 05-23-2011, 01:03 PM
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    You've done a lovely job! & I like all the fabrics.

    The busyness is okay, but you need more contrast. See how the darker blue & pink stand out? you need two like that opposite each other & it will be fine.
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    Looks neat! :)
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    Old 05-23-2011, 01:04 PM
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    Hi, I think it is too busy- you need some sort of solid
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    Old 05-23-2011, 01:05 PM
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    well i like it..is that pattern card trick. all the fabrics may be taking away from the pattern. I didn't see right away that it was card trick. i really like the blue and mauve together
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    I agree - your quilt block is very nice as far as the piecing but a little more contrast between the fabrics would help it stand out a little better. Your fabrics are nice.

    Thanks,
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    Old 05-23-2011, 01:06 PM
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    I do like it but I agree with dorrell ann. Maybe something that reads a little more solid in some of the pcs. I really like that pattern and I love florals. Your piecing is great! I think this quilt will be awesome.
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    Old 05-23-2011, 01:08 PM
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    I like all your fabrics but not all together lol
    I would go with fewer florals, more contrast as someone else said, maybe also a big floral with a small one, but just not as many as you have.
    Great job on your new Centennial!! hee hee I remember :D
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    Old 05-23-2011, 01:09 PM
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    I like it! Take it and put it on the wall and then stand way back. That always help me judge. I tend to go back and forth between wanting the fabrics to blend and having definate value changes. How do you really feel about it?
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    Yes, too busy to clearly see the pattern but I like that style. Kind of shabby chic. So either leave it or if you want to see the Winning Hand pattern put in more contrast. Maybe solids for the lights?
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