Sylvia, try pressing the seam towards the petals instead of towards the center. Or if that won't work, maybe you can press that seam open.

Donna

Good idea, Donna!

Or how about trying a yellow print for the center? That might obscure the seams enough so you don't notice them, but still give you the yellow center that you want.

Kate

You could line the center piece. Sew it to a piece of fusible interfacing, slit the interfacing and turn right side out. Then iron it to the center of the plate and applique on.

beverly

You could try using a layer of batting under the center. It might give a nice "poofy" effect as well.

Thanks for the great ideas!

I'll print them & take them home & play with them!

I always press my seams open like dressmakers do.
This also eliminates loose threads from darker fabrics showing up when it's way too late to do anything about it.
It gives a more even surface to quilt on...no big bumps to drive thru. Nice for both hand quilting and FMQ.
Bon
:)