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Old 05-03-2011, 12:20 PM
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valsma
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Originally Posted by Tink74
My Aunt, whom has quilted for years, gave this answer...hand sew to back when heirloom or decorative, machine from front when you want it sturdy. Make sense?
I actually like this idea.
Since the baby quilt im making is going to be used and washed a lot it is best to machine quilt the binding.
If I were making a quilt to use on a bed as a decrative spread or something you pass on to a family member do the hand quilting.
Your aunt is a wise woman.
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