The fabric I am using for the outer border is a burgundy/red batik with black/gray swirls that look like tire treads, and match really nicely at the seam lines. The seam lines aren't that noticeable. It will also help bring more burgundy into the quilt, which was looking a little too black/gray/white than I wanted. Another interesting thing about this batik is that when you iron it, it smells wonderful! Like sandalwood or some spicy woodsy smell. Someone must've stored it in a wooden container, like a cedar chest, although it doesn't smell like cedar. I think I bought this piece of fabric last summer on a shop hop. Since this quilt is for a boy, I'm glad it's not a "girly" smell, like roses or perfume!
I think this quilt is shaping up nicely.
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