Overall quilting
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Overall quilting
I'm fairly new to quilting. I basically have only learned the Log Cabin method. I notice many quilts are top-quilted after the design is done. on my Log Cabin quilted table runner I didn't do this as I really don't like having that on top of my design - kind of think it covers overtop of it. At my quilt class, we just sewed "in the ditch" to anchor the pieces. Is this okay to leave it like that? Anyone else prefer leaving off the top quilting? I can see where it would be good to have it though. Thoughts?
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I prefer stitch in the ditch, as I really like my quilt top to show, and not the stitching. I am in the minority among quilters, but it is the way I prefer to finish my quilts. With that in mind, I buy batting, usually Warm and Natural, which can be stitched as much as 10 inches apart. It works for me. There are no quilt police and we each do what we prefer and admire all of the different ways to enjoy our hobby.
Dina
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I prefer stitch in the ditch, as I really like my quilt top to show, and not the stitching. I am in the minority among quilters, but it is the way I prefer to finish my quilts. With that in mind, I buy batting, usually Warm and Natural, which can be stitched as much as 10 inches apart. It works for me. There are no quilt police and we each do what we prefer and admire all of the different ways to enjoy our hobby.
Dina
Dina
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Location: Twin Cities, MN
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As you can see, there are no quilt police. I prefer stitch in the ditch, and echo quilting. I've seen many members here show beautiful all over quilting. They are very talented! Do what you like and what makes you happy. Be sure to share your creations!!
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