Originally Posted by
Bree123
Or just overcast it. My low-end Bernina has a basic overcast stitch. That way you don't have to worry about accidentally cutting into the quilt.
Good point! My friend is incredibly steady and sews these amazing tops and can get away with that. I would introduce tons of "wonk" or lop a corner off. I tried straight stitching just for stay stitching on the edges on my last top and turned it into a parachute (with an IDT machine yet!)