Originally Posted by
feffertim
Can anyone explain to me why when measuring borders you can't just cut them a couple of inches longer and trim the ends after sewing them on. why do you have to measure from the middle of the quilt and cut the strip exactly as so many people seem to advise ? I figure there must be a good reason I don't know about.
Hi ! When we cut and iron our fabric we can stretch it some ...so if you measure the bottom and top as well as the center, add those three measurements ....and then divide that by three..and cut those 2 pcs. that size , then it will help to square your quilt up ..After you do top and bottom you measure the sides and again the middle add those three measurements together, divide by three and cut those two pieces ..The more precise you are the better your quilt will look as well as lay..I hope this helps as I had a great lady tell me this years ago and even tho it is more work it is definitely worth it..Ladysuds