A Border Challenge.....Need Help Please?
I am preparing to quilt a 'vintage' quilt....not sure how old it is but probably about 50 years. It is a star pattern that is pieced similar to a Grandmother's Flower Garden. I added a border by measuring the center of the quilt first. I then added another smaller border the same way. Now, when I put the quilt into the LA machine, I realize there is a LOT of the first-placed border, and it is gathering up in a major way. I did a re-measure and it all computes number-wise, but the edges of the quilt s-t-r-e-t-c-h, obviously cut on the bias. So, what do I do now??? I don't mind ripping out and re-sewing, but the measurements are correct; how do I control the stretch? Bewildered.......and appreciate any suggestions.
Thanks,