Any project always brings mixed emotions. Satisfaction in the finishing/rescue of another vintage piece, the anticipation of “what’s waiting on the horizon” and bidding farewell to a “friendship” that grew as I spent all those delightful hours listening/getting to know this textile personality. This post contrasts the blank slate meet-up up to the border decisions. The feather motif option was the choice resulting in a 4” border design. A nice balance and frame for the stark white center. I always pull design elements from the focus piece to tie everything together. 
The feather swirls were combined/accented by “flattening” the background/”negative space” with micro-stippling (closest to the vintage piece) and a ‘match-stick scribble’ (the outer edge space). 
The above photo shows the binding applied. When stitching on a border, it is very necessary to mark where the 1/4” binding line will be so that the feather plumes won’t be cut off when the finish is trimmed and bound. 
The above photo was lightened to better show the final dark green border.
Thread: (top & bobbin) white-Connecting Threads Essential Pro poly, 70 wt & green- Isacord poly, 40 wt. Batting: (single layer) Hobbs Heirloom cotton/poly.
Next up?? Hmmmmmmm………..
Treadlemusic 
Yikes, that was a much bigger piece than I originally thought! It really is a piece of art. I love how you mirrored the curves of the original with the feathers. It is a beauty to be sure.♥️
I’ve heard that comment several times now. Even though I’ve given the dimensions in a post, the actual size doesn’t register till there’s something to compare it with. 🤗
I knew in my head it was table size, but it didn’t compute!
Soooo much talent! What you say is so true..I always say that I fall in love with each project in stages.. Stage 1..in love with my fabric choice Stage 2..in love with the pieces as I cut Stage 3..in love with the finished top/borders Stage 4..in love with the choice of quilt pattern,thread,backing Stage 5..HEAD OVER HEELS IN LOVE WITH THE FINAL OUTCOME!
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Oh so well stated!! I so understand each phase you describe. Thanks so much for your sweet visit!!!! Headed home in a month…….weird winter here….but green!!! LOL! Hugs…….
It’s hard to tell scale sometimes. About how big is this piece? 36 x 36? It is absolutely gorgeous. Where will this beauty live now?
The initial/center piece is 30″ square with a 4″ border, so 38″ finished, approximately. This piece will join several others for my upcoming season/year of trunk shows and workshops. After that…..???? LOL! Hugs…….
Amazing! It has been such a joy to follow you through this work of art. Can’t wait for the next one.
Susan, I’m so glad you enjoyed this journey. I’m never really sure of how it will unfold as I really don’t do extensive marking as some gals/guys do and there are those times when the piece speaks up and the plans change! LOL! Hugs………….
Very pretty. The green sets the vintage piece off very well.
I so love that line of fabric…..”Shadow Play” by Maywood Studios. Thanks so much for popping by…….have an awesome rest of your day! Hugs…….Dor
Wow…that’s beautiful