Originally Posted by milp04
Hi Patti,
You might also think about adding a topper section to the back of your quilt. It is a section of matching blocks or fabric that co-ordinate with the top so that it can be turned down on the bed and look nice.
This would help with the amount of fabric needed for the back as you would not need as much. I would still use the diagonal piecing method for the back.
Pam M
That's a great idea, but that won't work for me either, I don't have enough of the front material left to make 12-16" blocks to make the back long enough, I really like this idea though and if it's ok with you I will put this into my file of tips for my next project.