So, this is what it's going to be. I was leaning towards white, scrappy, white and after I sewed on the first scrappy side I knew that wasn't it. Rip, rip! The scrappiness distracted from the simplicity of the blocks, it didn't work. I took Nicolette's advice that reds go with reds. The 2nd border isn't the same red (but not the orangy one I originally reserved for the border), but it's close. I used all I had, but that still didn't make it a twin size so I added the outside white. I would have preferred all red, but at least I didn't have to buy more fabric. That part should hang down over the mattress anyway. All the work I put into the scrappy border will turn into the binding. I think it's small enough to add interest without distracting from the quilt. So, there it is. Basting, quilting and binding....onward! Oh, forgot, I also have to piece something together for the back. Will I ever finish this quilt?
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I guess I got my answer... ;->
I like it, alot! Can't wait to see it quilted~
Lovely! Can't wait to see it finished!
Great solution! I love scrappy borders, but I see your point about the overall simplicity and I think you're right. It does look good as a binding. Congrats on finishing (or almost...)!
I like what you came up with! I like how the borders mimic the layout of the block.
Funny - when I first click on your title, I thought it was a political post! I'm sure you did that on purpose - you're clever like that :) I love what you have done with the top - how are you going to quilt it? That's always the big question!
It is looking fantastic!
Looks perfect!
I really like it... *thumbs up*
It looks great. I do love the scrappy binding. Isn't it funny how excited we are about starting a quilt and mid way we realize that this quilting thing isn't all fun and games. Plus, I always end up going to the fabric store about three extra times for something I forgot (like the backing or the batting!). Can't wait to see the finished product.
this looks great. i LOVE how you solved the border issue by experimenting until it was perfect. using the scrappy border as your binding was brilliant. it looks wonderful.
Just wonderful! I knew you'd come up with just the right thing!
It looks just wonderful Jacquie....very fresh and crisp and dramatic! Will the backing be from your stash too? I also really love the binding.
sigh....no purple?? my poor little heart is broken....sigh....
(looks great dearie)
excellent choices - your top looks great and that will be an excellent binding.
It's fabulous! I really love the way you've finished it.
Beautiful...love the scrappy binding. I lived in So California for most of my life and we have border patrol stations...that's what I thought of when I read the title of your post. Often a newspaper headline or news at The Top of the Hour.
I think it looks great!!!!
It's beautiful! Overthinking gets us all into trouble at times, and simple is usually the best solution. LOVE the border! Can't wait to see it finished!
This is just beautiful...bright, cheerful and it makes me think of many welcoming doors, just waiting to be opened.
The scappy binding is perfect.
It looks great Jacquie! Good luck on finishing this fab quilt!
It looks magnificent. It was nice to see you work through a challenge too - you reinforced for me that it is a good idea to take some pictures, get some advice, and let things sit for a few days. Gettimg some distance and perspective helps. Congratulations on another great quilt!
oh it looks gorgeous!!!
I hate piecing backs! My sympathies. (Love the quilt.)
What a beautiful quilt. Striking red and white. It was a pleasure to browse your other projects in flikr too.
I'll be back to see what else you're working on.
I like it! It looks good and I like the scrappy binding!
Like it alot - and love the scrappy binding!
Kris
Jacquie, your quilt looks wonderful. Adding the red border and using the scrappy piecing for the binding was the perfect solution. I love it!
Also, does this mean now that the border dispute has been resolved that you now move into binding arbitration? :)
oh...I think everyone else picked out the perfect combo for the border! I love this!
Perfect. >**<~
Totally love it this way !!!!
It's beautiful!
Hi Jackie - I haven't been around in a while, just wanted to say hi and glad to see that you continue to produce your beautiful graphic quilts!
I'll be back to catch up on the reading!
Debbie
Looks great! :~)
It looks really lovely. It's a very eye catching quilt and the scrappy binding looks great! Not purchasing more fabric to finish is a good thing! Keep trucking.
it's perfect!
beautiful. i think you got it just right.
Looks great like this- wonderful quilt!
I think it's perfect.
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