joe'smom

tallchick, your quilt is beautiful! I like the idea of the gold thread.

SuzSLO

I agree that a metallic gold would be great, but if you don’t want the issues that can come from using a metallic, gold color would also be great. And if you would prefer not to have high contrast on the border, a matching thread there would also let you create fabulous texture. Lots of options; all good.