Friday, March 24, 2023

Survey says...

In my To-Do Tuesday post, I asked everyone for input on which binding color I should use on the Dancing Plus quilt.  It was so fun to see what each commenter thought, and I have to admit that I was influenced by each of you.  Each time I read a comment, I would think - okay, I'm going with the Kona Lagoon, or okay, I'm going with the gray Grunge!  Here's how the results turned out:

Kona Lagoon:                       Grunge in gray:                  Either: 

         8                                               10                                    4      

Pretty close!  Ultimately, my decision was based on exactly what Deb A. said: if I want the binding to stand out, pick the blue; if I want it to blend in more, pick the gray.  So, I picked...   the gray.  

I did end up with a lighter gray than the one I showed in my Tuesday post,
but I think I'll be very happy with this.  
And, don't worry, the Lagoon will find the perfect place in another quilt! 

There's lots of binding left to stitch, so that will be my slow stitching for the weekend!


In other RSC stitching for the week, I finished up the three green zipper blocks I had started a few weeks ago.


And almost finished two dark green split 9 patches.


Yes, there are penguins in that one!

Aren't they cute?!

Sharing at all my favorite weekend link-ups:
ScrapHappy Saturday 
Oh Scrap!
and Slow Stitching Sunday 












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33 comments:

  1. Libby in TNMarch 25, 2023 at 5:56 AM

    I don't think I voted, but I approve of your choice!

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  2. The Cozy QuilterMarch 25, 2023 at 5:57 AM

    Nice backing fabric. The lighter gray binding looks good. Enjoy your slow stitching. Cute penguins!

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  3. Karen - Quilts...etc.March 25, 2023 at 6:09 AM

    I don't remember which I picked but it looks great the way it is!

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  4. Susie HMarch 25, 2023 at 6:55 AM

    It's going to finish up as a lovely quilt. Maybe the Lagoon will finish the Zipper quilt when it's ready. Who knows? That's the beauty of our art. We never know exactly where the road will lead us.

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  5. MariMarch 25, 2023 at 7:00 AM

    Such lovely projects, Diann. You definitely chose the right binding. It will make a lovely finish.

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  6. The Joyful QuilterMarch 25, 2023 at 7:41 AM

    I didn't get a chance to vote, but I agree with Deb's assessment (and your choice to bind in the gray.) Enjoy your weekend of slow stitching, Diann!

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  7. LindaMarch 25, 2023 at 7:57 AM

    Great choice - it looks really good. I like that zipper block with the bright colors splashed in there. And of course the penguins. ;)

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  8. Pat at Bell Creek QuiltsMarch 25, 2023 at 8:03 AM

    I love that penguins find their way into your projects!

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  9. SaraMarch 25, 2023 at 8:30 AM

    Your color choice for the binding was perfect. And those penguins are adorable in the Split 9 block. A cute surprise when someone finds them.

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  10. Carole @ From My Carolina HomeMarch 25, 2023 at 9:00 AM

    Great advice from Deb A, looks wonderful.

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  11. CathyMarch 25, 2023 at 9:19 AM

    Binding! Zipper blocks! Split Nines! so much color and fun here. Go Diann!! xo

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  12. grammajudybMarch 25, 2023 at 9:24 AM

    I really like the lighter gray you chose! All those colorful hand stitched pluses really pop! I like the split nine patches a lot! I’m resisting the urge to make some of those! Maybe for 2024! Grin! Hope your weekend slow stitching is productive!

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  13. Deb AMarch 25, 2023 at 10:02 AM

    Awe, I'm blushing! I like the light grey you chose. Perfect fit for that quilt. Love the penguin fabrics. I might have thought of you both days in Atlanta when I saw a Penguin Coke mug and at the aquarium! The zipper blocks and split nines look great. I'm off to make some dark green ones soon.

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  14. PaintedThreadMarch 25, 2023 at 1:17 PM

    I like your choice of binding!

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  15. EdithMarch 25, 2023 at 4:28 PM

    Good advise and choice on the binding, and sure like those zipper blocks.

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  16. IvaniMarch 25, 2023 at 5:41 PM

    The light gray looks perfect for the binding, Diann and I like also the backing fabric. Owo sweet little pinguins!!

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  17. maggie fellowMarch 25, 2023 at 6:35 PM

    looking good

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  18. Sylvia@TreadlestitchesMarch 25, 2023 at 8:47 PM

    Nice binding! And zip-a-dee-doo-da for the zipper blocks, the split nine patches, and the penguin fabric!

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  19. TerryKnott.blogspot.comMarch 26, 2023 at 1:38 AM

    I like your binding choice! That penguin fabric is extra cute!!!

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  20. Linda In UKMarch 26, 2023 at 4:48 AM

    Love your zipper blocks, such great colours. The penguin fabric is lovely!

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  21. Nancy @ Grace and Peace QuiltingMarch 26, 2023 at 5:54 AM

    I like the grey binding! Fun to see your RSC blocks! You're so ambitious, doing more than one block!!! Happy slow stitching!!!

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  22. Vicki in MNMarch 26, 2023 at 6:46 AM

    I know I said blue, but I sure like what I see of the lighter gray binding! The zippers are really cute but those split nine patches sure caught my eye.

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  23. AngelaMarch 26, 2023 at 6:49 AM

    Your zipper blocks are so fun to look at!

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  24. chrisknitsMarch 26, 2023 at 9:48 AM

    The binding is perfect!

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  25. Karrin HurdMarch 26, 2023 at 10:41 AM

    Great projects! I think the binding is perfect also!

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  26. SarahMarch 26, 2023 at 12:31 PM

    Good choice with the binding. I love those RSC blocks. They will make a great eye catching quilt!

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  27. Melisa- pinkernpunkinquilting March 26, 2023 at 1:30 PM

    Great choice Diann. I can not wait to see the quilt finished. Happy Sunday

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  28. JennyMarch 26, 2023 at 3:43 PM

    Oooh, lovely, your Dancing Plus is almost finished!

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  29. CathieJMarch 26, 2023 at 4:18 PM

    I love, love, love the split nine patches! The penguin fabric is fantastic. I do like the grey binding. I missed that post.

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  30. KimMarch 26, 2023 at 6:14 PM

    The grey binding is a lovely fit for your quilt. Those zipper blocks look fabulous together. I always expect to see a little penguin sneaking into one of your blocks, Diann.

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  31. NannMarch 27, 2023 at 6:15 AM

    The gray is great -- and so are all your green projects!

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  32. piecefulwendyMarch 27, 2023 at 9:26 AM

    You chose well for the binding - it will let those little plus blocks shine!

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  33. JeannaMarch 30, 2023 at 8:56 AM

    I voted for Lagoon but I really like the lighter grey you selected. Yes, those penguins are adorable!

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