Which color??
#32
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I know how aggravating it is to try finding just the right color on line. One time I sent a question to the Fat Quarter Shop inquiring about a fabric, and they offered to send me a swatch. If you're ever in this predicament again, it might be worth a try to request a few swatches from a shop that has a large selection of the marbles.
#33
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I actually prefer the 3rd from the left as it is between the two in the lattice and seems to be similar to the blue flowers in the floral between the lattice. To me, that makes the quilt pop a little more than using the one that is in the quilt itself.
Rob
Rob
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I know how difficult it is to match fabrics, especially blues! I won't even make a suggestion as to which one you should choose. My son has an incredible ability in selecting/matching colors. If I'm going to match/coordinate colors, I get his input -- it's great having him close -- his dad had the same ability, but he passed away in 2004. My son is such a help to me!
#38
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That pattern has been on my bucket list.
I do understand the reluctance to spend more money on a project - but if you have located the "right" fabric - and can afford it - I would buy the "right" one.
Have you posted in the In Search Of section - or tried www.missingfabrics.com
Someone might have some in their stash.
Do you remember what the fabric line was when you purchased it?
I do understand the reluctance to spend more money on a project - but if you have located the "right" fabric - and can afford it - I would buy the "right" one.
Have you posted in the In Search Of section - or tried www.missingfabrics.com
Someone might have some in their stash.
Do you remember what the fabric line was when you purchased it?
Use the thrift sale list on this board to sell all the blues you bought (if you don't have other uses for them) and just keep looking. Even if you are seeing the exact one in a store, try to take it near a window because the natural light will show it differently than the store fluorescents. Take the top to the fabric store with you because you might have better luck seeing a good one that way than trying to match just the blue that's your first choice. It's beautiful and well worth going the extra distance.
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