Originally Posted by Ellen 1
Originally Posted by momymom
..................I forgot to add the seam allowance to the strips. I did realize my mistake before I started sewing. So I cut the dark green strips to go with the light green. Not thinking about anything but getting it done, I didn't realize the "design" change till the top was finished. The blocks float!!! I really like the way it turned out................
momymom, The reason your quilt "floats" is because you used the same fabric in your rails as you used for the borders and they "touch", giving the floating effect. The size of the rails just gives a larger "chunky" look or a more "dainty" look to the rail depending on the size cut. I really like your quilt and I think you should give it to her now.
Yes. I know. I wasn't thinking about design possibilities when I put it together. I just needed a quick quilt to give her. I've made many rail fence quilts. It was quick to peice and put together. She's one of the few family members that doesn't have a quilt. I wanted her to have something bright and cheerfull in her room. In that I succeded I think. I'll deliever it to her Fri. or Sat.