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    Old 04-11-2011, 09:03 PM
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    made this quilt at retreat & it's too boring to me. Thinking about machine embroidery in the blocks. Any suggestions? Maybe butterflies scattered randomly? Flowers? Hearts?
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    Old 04-11-2011, 09:09 PM
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    It's a very nice design but I agree it is lacking something. I think flowers would be nice.
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    Old 04-11-2011, 09:10 PM
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    Applique a scenery.
    A Flower pot with daisies, or vines.
    A garden gate with dramatic vines, flowers, etc....

    To me It resembles a trellis.
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    Old 04-11-2011, 09:11 PM
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    How about applique? But you are right, it does need a little something....for some reason twining ivy popped into my head....Please keep us posted...this is going to look great whatever you decide.
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    Old 04-11-2011, 09:13 PM
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    Maybe add a set of blocks in another color.
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    Old 04-11-2011, 09:17 PM
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    Or you could break out and pick something bright, like bright colored squares or circles. WE want to see when you get it done. Whatever you decide. :):)
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    Old 04-11-2011, 09:19 PM
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    How about morning glories or wisteria?
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    Old 04-11-2011, 09:45 PM
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    Embroidery would work, but I see applique flowers on a trellis.
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    Old 04-11-2011, 10:37 PM
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    If it were my quilt, I would use the "trellis" to place vines and flowers on. It's such a blank canvas, anything you decide to do will be lovely!
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    It does look like a trellis. Vines and flowers would be pretty.
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