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    Old 02-15-2011, 05:35 PM
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    I really like the orange.
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    Old 02-15-2011, 05:36 PM
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    like the orange also. cute baskets, lovely colors
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    Old 02-15-2011, 05:37 PM
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    I think it's beautiful! But, I like the bright colors.
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    Old 02-15-2011, 05:48 PM
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    I like the orange sashing with the border you choose.
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    Old 02-15-2011, 06:12 PM
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    I really like your eye for the colors - however, the intensity is almost clashing - the baskets are too muted for the depth of orange and the accompanying print. That being said, what is the purpose for the quilt? If you are looking for a bright quilt with an orange emphasis, this would work. If you are looking for an emphasis on the baskets, then this bright orange and the bright floral is going to be a detraction. Just some thoughts . . . .
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    Old 02-15-2011, 06:17 PM
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    I like it the way it is and it doesn't take away from baskets
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    Old 02-15-2011, 07:04 PM
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    I agree with your suggestion that the sashing is overpowering for your quilt. Perhaps you could cut the sashing in half and use it to frame strips made out of the same material as the tan colour in your baskets? It means your 3 strips will have to be cut so they come to the same measurement as your present sashing (or change the measurement if you desire). However, making less of the orange so that it is an accent and not dominating, should do the trick. Please give us a look at the finished result.
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    Old 02-15-2011, 07:17 PM
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    I love the orange and agree it should be orange binding too.
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    Old 02-15-2011, 07:46 PM
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    I had a friend who was a painter and a quilter. Jan always said for best results pick a color that is not used much(as in the border fabric) and use that for the frame. This is what you have done so excelently and I think it really "works". It does set your baskets apart and shows them off more. Marvel
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    Old 02-15-2011, 08:06 PM
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    I really like the orange, but then it's in my favourite colour zone too. The light green would work well too, but the yellow may not give enough contrast.
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