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03-03-2011, 09:33 PM

#71

desertrose

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If you want your squares to pop then go with a dark sashing but, if you like the soft cozy effect then go with the light colors. Soft green, peach maybe.

03-03-2011, 09:47 PM

#72

Momsmurf

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Jan in VA

It's very soft looking and pretty.
Maybe your hesitation is because there seems to be little contrast in values of the prints.

Jan in VA

I think I agree with Jan's assessment. I wouldn't personally use a highly contrasting sashing...because the block seems to "speak softly" to me. I would probably look for a complementary "soft" pastel solid for the sashing.
Anything really dark would just overpower the subtle shades of the block fabric. You do have contrast in the block, but on a very light side.

Just my thoughts.

03-03-2011, 09:53 PM

#73

juneayerza

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It reminds me of quilts from years gone by with the softness of the colors. Make sure you post it when it's finished.

03-03-2011, 11:38 PM

#74

rona thickpenny

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Dark shashing would look great , butthats just my opinion

03-03-2011, 11:52 PM

#75

AnnieH

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Your idea with the dark sashing will be fas. Love the contrast and just enough 'strength' with the subtle colours. Please post pic when finished. Have fun.

03-03-2011, 11:52 PM

#76

AnnieH

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oops, fab!

03-04-2011, 05:04 AM

#77

Rina

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Beautiful to me!!!

03-04-2011, 07:21 AM

#78

Pat75

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It looks kind of drab to me .I don't know if it is my moniter but everything has a washed out dull pink cast to it and your work is so perfect.A bit more contrast with a white background and more life like colors would help .But Iam the lady who is abatik nut.