how much overhang?
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how much overhang?
I am redoing an old quilt for a friend who doesn't like a lengthy drop. Just wants it to lay on top of the bed. I thought it was rather interesting, but to each their own. It got me wondering, how much do others leave hang over the edge? I'm curious to see if there is a length that is more common than others...
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I like a long drop. I want it to at least cover the mattress then go about 2-3 inches over the boxspring which is covered by a bedskirt. I like them long because I don't want to fuss with it getting exact in the center. If one end is longer then it's fine. I also only like the drop on 3 sides. The top is for the pillows. Though I do often make matching pillow shams.
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I like a long drop. I want it to at least cover the mattress then go about 2-3 inches over the boxspring which is covered by a bedskirt. I like them long because I don't want to fuss with it getting exact in the center. If one end is longer then it's fine. I also only like the drop on 3 sides. The top is for the pillows. Though I do often make matching pillow shams.
This is what I prefer, too. Of course, this will depend on the mattress size and depth.
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I find this interesting, as all who have answered have related to the size of their bed, which is obvious. I don't like overhang, cuz you can't see it & I let the blankets go over the sides of the mattress...hmm...
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I agree with those who like a larger drop to cover to the top of the bed skirt. My mattress with pillow top is 16+ tall.... so i usually do 18" drop hoping that it will cover past their mattress too.
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