Originally Posted by
dunster
Madan49, that quilt is exquisite.
As far as the borders,starch helps stabilize the bias edges, handle carefully, measure, pin, sew. But I haven't made that pattern, and so I don't understand why the edges would be on the bias. Aren't they cut like setting triangles for any quilt that's set on point?
Dunster, every block in this pattern is quartered diagonally, and then reset to form the pattern, and you end up with a lot of bias edges... trust me. LOL! It's not THAT difficult if you're careful, but it does mean you have to pay attention not to stretch everything out of kilter as you work. But it's one of my favorite patterns... very versatile and choice of fabrics can change it from fun to elegant with a flick of the wrist. You should try it!