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Old 12-14-2010, 08:57 PM
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Rettie V. Grama
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In a case like this for any quilt I have a special technique. I like having the backing show on the front as a binding, but didn't like the single layer of fabric on the edge. My solution: Leaveat least 3 inches of fabric extended from the edge of the quilt. Fold that portion in half, then with a very loose basting stitch, fold over and stitch along the end of the backing and the edge of the quilt (this basting will be removed later.) The next step is to fold over the binding and stitch where the basting stitch is. If you don't stitch through the quilt and the double layer of the binding, the underneath portion of the binding will slip and slide around and you loose the security of the double thickness. All edges must be secure. I have at time even hemmed the first fold of the lining. A little more work, but best in the long run for durability.
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