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    Old 02-05-2016, 06:02 PM
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    Since you're using a variety of fabrics, I'd use the lighter side when you need greater contrast with a slightly lighter 'dark' and go with the front side for the really dark ones.
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    Old 02-05-2016, 06:24 PM
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    Originally Posted by Tartan
    I cut 5 dark 2X5 inch rectangles and 5 light 2X5 inch rectangles. I lay the light wrong side down on the dark in a upside down L shape like you join binding, draw the 45* line, stitch on the line, check to make sure it is a perfect join and then trim away the corner triangle to the 1/4 inch seam.
    I thought the stripes would bother me but B is growing on me.

    I like the B side better too. I like the idea of using the backside only when you need a sharper contrast.

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    Old 02-05-2016, 06:54 PM
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    I vote for the left (wrong side up) just because of the greater contrast. But the difference is subtle and either one works nicely!
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    Old 02-05-2016, 07:08 PM
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    definitely the wrong side is less noticeable/more subtle
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    Old 02-05-2016, 07:08 PM
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    I like the right side best. Love the design you are using.
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    Old 02-06-2016, 03:15 AM
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    The right side looks appealing because the color is more compatible as a contrast. The wrong side is kinda dull, and it seems to drag the project down. Love the pattern!
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    Old 02-06-2016, 03:34 AM
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    I like B better too... the colors play nicely with the others. Funny, the fabric looks great in your block but in the pieces of scrap you first photographed, it reminds you of wallpaper from the 80's LOL
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    Old 02-06-2016, 05:37 AM
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    I vote right side.
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    Old 02-06-2016, 06:05 AM
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    I inherited my sister-in-laws stash and I found some of this fabric. Some of you board members have it now. I included in in my 2.5 square swap, Sweet Treats birthday swap. Enjoy it everyone! From my stash to yours!
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    Old 02-06-2016, 06:07 AM
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    I vote B. I don't care for the "fuzzy" look of the print reversed. My opinion only!
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