Fine bargain - but what should I do to finish it?
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#46
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I love the quilt! A border would be fine, and secure all the many threads that could come out of the edges as you quilt. I think I'd keep the border simple - one border no more than 6" wide - because the quilt is so busy.
Can't wait to see the finished product!
Can't wait to see the finished product!
#47
What about using one of the red 1930's repro fabrics? While I doubt that this top is THAT old, I think reproduction fabrc would complement it nicely. The size you mentioned is very close to a twin-size, so a relatively narrow border should finish that out nicely.
Or....
(I know some of you will want to holler at this suggestion...)
Depending on the condition of the fabric and/or seams... you could find a teddy bear pattern (or a cat or a puppy) and cut the pattern from the top. Patchwork teddies are ADORABLE!! I'm looking for some teddy patterns myself right now to use up two flimsies I got at a yard sale several years ago.
Or....
(I know some of you will want to holler at this suggestion...)
Depending on the condition of the fabric and/or seams... you could find a teddy bear pattern (or a cat or a puppy) and cut the pattern from the top. Patchwork teddies are ADORABLE!! I'm looking for some teddy patterns myself right now to use up two flimsies I got at a yard sale several years ago.
#48
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What a cool find! If it's definitely your wish to enlarge it, how about a 30s pale yellow floral 3" border and a brown pin dot binding? That would keep the vintage vibe. Or find some turquoise gingham for border and a red bandana print for binding? If it were mine, I think I'd just bind it. Pick a color you like to "frame" it and keep it solid. I like the muslin suggestions.
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