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Old 07-10-2013, 02:10 PM
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grammysharon
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I try not to go larger than 1/3 the size of my block. 12" block, no more than 4" border!!!
Originally Posted by GailG
I'm doing an Irish Chain and was wondering about borders. I've already done a narrow (1 in. finished) border and want to do a final border. [Sorry I can't do pictures.] Was wondering what proportion should I use? Don't want it too wide, but just baffled as to the width. I think 2 1/2" looks OK, and so does 3". Any ideas? Thanks in advance for any input.
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