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sandiannie 03-13-2010 04:50 AM

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This is my first full size quilt, and I'm wondering what to do for a border. I'm planning a 5" border, but I'm debating on whether to add something to it ... I was thinking appliqued buttrflies with the raspberry batik that is the chain (she loves butterflies and the raspberry).

Meaghan's Irish Chain
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dakotamaid 03-13-2010 05:26 AM

I think your suggestion of butterflies in the white sounds lovely, your colors are beautiful and the butterflies would just add alot. :-D

quazyquilter 03-13-2010 05:38 AM

how about a thin border of a darker burgundy around first, then your border of butterflies on the next border, then a wider green border that matches your quilt... :D
And your quilt is beautiful, love those colors together. :thumbup:

quiltingnonie 03-13-2010 06:02 AM

I agree with 'quazyquilter' that a darker thin border would really set it off. The butterflies are a fabulous idea, except perhaps use a few different print fabrics in the raspberry color, just for interest. Be sure to post pix when your're done!

redquilter 03-13-2010 06:09 AM


Originally Posted by quiltingnonie
I agree with 'quazyquilter' that a darker thin border would really set it off. The butterflies are a fabulous idea, except perhaps use a few different print fabrics in the raspberry color, just for interest. Be sure to post pix when your're done!


I agree .

dkabasketlady 03-13-2010 08:56 AM

I agree with crazyquilter!!!!

missbehavin 03-13-2010 10:46 AM

I agree with the other quilters.. but I had to tell you that your quilt is bright and beautiful.. Nice work..

sandiannie 03-13-2010 12:27 PM


Originally Posted by missbehavin
I agree with the other quilters.. but I had to tell you that your quilt is bright and beautiful.. Nice work..

Thank you

littlehud 03-13-2010 04:15 PM

I agree the thin border would set off the quilt beautifully. Then go with the butterflies.

Oklahoma Suzie 03-19-2010 04:49 PM

great idea


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