This is great advice and makes all the difference. The ONLY time I will cut across the width (selvedge to selvedge) is with a directional print.
Also, always measure across the middle and sides to get an average, then cut the borders exactly to that size. I allows you to ease in any extra or stretch a bit if needed to make the quilt square. Once your border piece is cut to the exact measurement, find the center of your quilt side and match it to the center of the border strip. Start pinning from the center and work out to both corners.
Also, make sure you are not stretching the border as you sew,
Originally Posted by
PatriceJ
these are suggestions for future quilts since you have already decided to not change this one.
you didn't mention whether or not you used a walking foot.
if you didn't, i highly recommend you use one for future borders.
they are also very helpful when attaching binding.
i never cut my border strips across the width of the fabric. (weft/woof)
i cut up the length of the fabric. (warp)
this will sometimes mean additional piecing to get borders the length i need, but it's well worth the effort.
the woof/weft stretches.
the warp does not.
little saying to help me remember:
the fabric's warp will not [warp].