Old Orphan Top......Need Border Advise

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02-22-2010, 07:59 PM

#11

dakotamaid

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Originally Posted by dunster

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Originally Posted by MaryStoaks

Thanks gals. I like the idea of a thin white first and then the 30s repro. I have this, I think you're right.

That one is perfect!!!

Perfect again!!! Post when you're done!! :-D

02-22-2010, 09:42 PM

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brushandthimble

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Much better, I like that one:)

02-22-2010, 10:01 PM

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Bluebonnet Sue

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Good choice. Like that one much better too.

02-22-2010, 10:14 PM

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jljack

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I would use a 30's fabric to keep it true to the fabrics already in it. Or a stripe or something with a real pattern to it.

02-23-2010, 03:20 AM

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lisalovesquilting

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This may not matter to you, but if you add new fabric to an old quilt top you will lessen the value. Just something to think about.

02-23-2010, 03:37 AM

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Elisabrat

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I would try to match that blue in the center blocks as best you can, first a thin white border so if you cant get it right on no one will see it and then the blue so your eye sees it but still goes to the design. Great orphan.. every orphan needs a home.