Originally Posted by quilter girl
I haven't tried this yet, but am planning on putting some ruffles or shirring in some baby quilts. I don't have a gathering foot, but I read to lay a "heavy" string down, and zigzag over it (not catching it) then pulling on the string to make your gathers. Then sew into place.
That is exactly how I do ruffles on any project with ruffles. For some strange reason, my DGD is terrified of ruffles. She will not wear anything at all with a ruffle. I once made her some jammie pants with ruffles at the feet opening and she had a fit until I cut them off. I can only imagine a quilt for her with ruffles. LOL!!