Originally Posted by Jackie R
Are mitered/diagonal seams better than a straight seam to extend a border and why is it better?
Jackie
I have done diagonal seams and straight seams to extend border strips. Generally speaking, I think the diagonal seams blend better and you don't notice the seam as much; however, with some fabrics I have found the straight seam looks much better (and sometimes, I simply don't have the extra to do the diagonal seam so I use the straight seam!).
I do each one on a case by case basis. Do whichever way you have enough fabric for and that you think looks better.