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03-22-2012, 11:30 AM

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virtualbernie

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Another quilter on this board (I think it was Kitsie--but don't hold me to it, lol), blanket stitched hers down and it was gorgeous!

03-22-2012, 11:34 AM

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GrannieAnnie

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Tammi M

I have never sewn my quilt binding on the back of the quilt by hand. I generally sew it to the back by machine, and then fold it over the front and sew that by machine also. If I were to stitch it by hand to the back of the quilt, what suggestions does anyone have as to the stitch I should use?
Thanks-I really enjoy the suggestions I find on the Board!

Question----------Am I understanding that you want to hand sew the binding twice------------once to get the binding ONTO the quilt and then again to finish off the binding ?

Nosey Question? Why do you want to use hand stitchery?

03-22-2012, 11:52 AM

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humbird

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I machine stitch to the front, then ladder stitch on the back.

03-22-2012, 12:09 PM

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ShowMama

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Quote:

Originally Posted by raptureready

Blind hem stitch and SMALL stitches. Usually about 1/4" is what I use. If you are planning to show it, the stitches need to be pretty much invisible and close enough together so that you can't insert a pinkie fingernail in the gap between the stitches. I do mine while watching tv and it usually takes anywhere from a couple of hours (for a baby quilt) to several evenings for a king size.

This is my method too. Oh, and I use hand-quilting thread as it seems to be stronger that all-purpose thread.

03-22-2012, 12:15 PM

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jljack

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I use a single strand of regular sewing thread, sewing by hand on the back with the blind hem stitch. I like the finish it gives. Even though I have entered quilts for judging, I have never sewn my mitered corners shut, and I wasn't ever marked down for it. But I believe it depends on the judge and the professional level of the show.

03-22-2012, 12:37 PM

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Jackie Spencer

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invisable applique stitch

03-22-2012, 12:40 PM

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Nanaquilts44

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I use two threads and do a blind hem stitch. Learned to do it that way years ago. I like the other methods posted here too.

03-22-2012, 01:34 PM

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happysteve

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would anyone know where I could find a Long and Winding Road Bargello quilt pattern so I don't have to purchase the complete book?

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03-22-2012, 01:37 PM

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happysteve

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I am open to suggestions for quilting my quilt for some fantastic friends.

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03-22-2012, 04:31 PM

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Pinkiris

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Quote:

Originally Posted by happysteve

would anyone know where I could find a Long and Winding Road Bargello quilt pattern so I don't have to purchase the complete book?

Thanks
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You might try looking at your local library if you know the author. I'm afraid that your question will get lost in this "thread" about hand-sewn binding. Try posting again in the "looking for" section.