07 March 2010

Border decisions

My rows are sewn together on my Between Friends quilt! And may I just thank my Big Sis one more time....or maybe two or three more times? I really loved making this quilt! You know how some patterns just go together sooo easy? Now I'm debating borders...part of me wants to make a pieced border but the bigger part of me wants this done and quilted and on display! Here's what I'm debating between so far...I have a favorite but I'd love to here from you all.
#1.
#2.
#3.
#4.It's cold and dreary and pouring rain...so what could be better than sewing all evening?
O.k. off to choose fabric for my next project!!

36 comments:

Pokey said...

I like your quilt top, I have these prints on my goal list! I also plan to do Darlene's pattern, too, but not with these, you make me reconsider!
Anyway, I like the dramatic border look of 4, then 2.
I always wonder, does someone really want a finish opinion? You have made great choices so far, so go with what you feel strongest about, it will be great, too!
:-}

Lisa said...

I love this quilt top..the colour combination is divine...Lisa

Kate said...

Hmmm, Id go for 2 or 3... quilt looks great!

Janet said...

Your machine must have been smoking, it looks fabulous. I love border option one the best.

Stina said...

WOW!!!
Amazing Beauty!!!
Love it to bits.. border decisions.. good luck I would say..lol...
Hmmm.. I think I like No 1 best.. but its hard to just see a little corner... :o)

Kathie said...

there is enough piecing going on inside the quilt
I like the big roses for the border just pulls the quilt all together, so chose that and then mail me the quilt
it would be perfect for the summer !!!!
cute, cute, cute
let the fabric do the work, love that big floral
Have a great week!
Kathie

Carol said...

I LOVE it! I like choice #2...love the big floral and the darker background in the border makes the inside of the quilt pop! Did I say I LOVE it?!!!

Cara said...

You got a ton done! I like #2 best.

Darlene said...

Holy smokes, Lil Sis you've been a busy girl. :-) I LOVE it - it's fabulous. I like option #2 but you decide based on what makes you heart sing. :-)

Thimbleanna said...

Oooh, that's too hard for me to pick -- I could go any way! It's sure an adorable quilt!

julieQ said...

Really darling how it turned out! I like both border combos you have chosen.

kpaints said...

Just love it,love it!!!! You did a fantastic job! It is perfect and I love all the options but my favs are 2 and 4. Love the little border in 4. Both a fab. Can't wait to see what you do next....you can take a break though! lol

Kris said...

Well, let's see...I do love these fabrics..but my fav combo is number 4. Also...I notice you are an avid reader. I ADORE Diana Gabaldon, and her series. I am on the last one. My daughter got hooked too, and now she is REreading them all. I love historicals...the longer the better!!! Have you ever read Sacajawea?? Wow..great read!
I put a link to my son's music on my facebook page. Do you facebook? If so, friend request me..Kris Fink Grover.
Happy day to ya.

Kim said...

Ginger, I think you are a talented piecer and you make this fun design look effortless. So darn cute done up in this fabric. I like the first and second border - leaning to the first, but the second draws out the darker colors...did I help? Lol. Nice to see you back in the sewing room!

Wendy said...

Your quilt is stunning, now I want to make one! I like 1 but you should go with what you love.

Chris@Cats On My Quilts said...

I'm liking #1 or #2. You don't need a pieced border. Just featuring one of those great florals on the second border is perfect.

Karen said...

I like door #2. Oh you aren't Monty Hall. Photo #2 with the darker turquoise background.

Red Geranium Cottage said...

You need to slow down over there! You left me in a dust trail. I dont think you can go wrong with any of your decisions. They are all great. Love your quilt.
We're about to get some rain too. Four days of it.

MyrtlePoint said...

Definitely #3. The others are too bold and distract from the piecing.

MyrtlePoint said...

Definitely #3. The others are too bold and distract from the piecing.

MyrtlePoint said...

Definitely #3. The others are too bold and distract from the piecing.

MyrtlePoint said...

Definitely #3. The others are too bold and distract from the piecing.

Cheryl said...

Wowie!!!!! Love it! I vote for #2. Worked on my 16 patches last night...what a great pattern. Darlene did good!

Chookyblue...... said...

floral border gets my vote......love the fabrics and you quilt looks great.......

Sue said...

Just found you site! I LOVE the quilt you are completing! It's gorgeous. Those fabrics and the design are just lovely.

I really like the look of the first border, but number three looks neat too. :)

Blessings

deb said...

I LOVE it all the ways, but # 4 is my fav.................what a happy quilt!!!!!!!!!!

NancyNoBlogBlogs said...

I check your blog day after day and I don't look for a few days. I come back and WOW. I love that quilt. I like number 2.

belinda said...

Oh girl....I'm just swooning over your swell.....My vote is for #4!!!

Crafty Mama said...

Oh, I think I'm in love♥
Gorgeous quilt! I really love all the border options, I don't think you can go wrong with any of them. ☺

Sinta Renee said...

I absolutely love this quilt! I covet it, seriously. It's just beautiful and sweet! I also sp[yed a little square in a square quilt in the last photo... so darn cute.

Meredith said...

my vote #1, I love the quilt top so far

Mama Spark said...

I really love this quilt! I love the line of fabric you chose to make it with too. Where is the pattern from? I would use border number 4. I think it suits the quilt the best, but you need to choose what makes your heart happy!

sunny said...

I'm late to vote, and I like them all, but I LOVE #4! Can't wait to see what you decide.

Candie said...

I love #4, just the right balance to your beautiful quilt...

Bec said...

Did you decide on your borders yet??? I liked the blue with the red roses best....
Your pup looks so cute...what sort of dog is he???

Quilter Kathy said...

I vote for #1...I like that red border and the outer border the best...very cute!