Originally Posted by
dunster
I don't usually mitre my borders. But if I did, I would use the Jenny Beyer method. If the border is not cut precisely to the right length before sewing, don't you run the danger of wavy borders?
Good point. I ALWAYS figure the exact length for the main piece and mark it. The "approximate" overhang is used for just the mitered part. It is (as you said) very important to use the proper length and avoid waves.