The laws of physics in my guest bedroom, where I measure for backing, are different than those in my sewing room. That's why my measurements never add up properly.
That's my story and I'm sticking to it.
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The laws of physics in my guest bedroom, where I measure for backing, are different than those in my sewing room. That's why my measurements never add up properly.
That's my story and I'm sticking to it.
Here's a great tutorial for figuring the yardage for quilt backing.
http://thebitchystitcher.blogspot.co...orial.html?m=1
warning: if you are offended by salty language, do not click on that link.
Peckish aka Peggi
http://www.seamstobeyouandme.com
there are no "mistakes" in quilting, only engineering changes.
I have noticed that when measuring small shapes some people use the lines on a mat. If you look one side goes right to left 1 -- 24 opposite side right to left 24--1. They use wrong set.
Finished is better than a UFO
Sounds nice!
Originally Posted by Dragonomine
There's a free class on Craftsy called Creative Quilt Backs. it's interesting and started me sketching out my quilt backs. I was amazed at the difference, looked good and I wasn't stressed out with it. It's worth a look.
Annie
Loved the link Peckish. Laughed and laughed.
Annie
you could cut the backing and insert a complimentary fabric color...not in the center, though - maybe a third. you could say..."yeah...i meant to do that!"
"perfection is the enemy of done."
"the secret to having it all is knowing you already do."
Loved the link from Peckish. Sounds like the same process I go thru (several times) before I hopefully get it right
Everytime I have made a pieced backing, I have messed it up! My solution? Now I only buy 108" wide backing fabric! So much easier, no stress.
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