Thank you all for responding.
Another question about batting. My husband likes the 'fluff' of the high loft batting. I know most people now-a-days use a thinner batting......suggestions???
Also, Irishrose2 suggested red for my inner border, instead of black. My sister is more the red person than me (sorry) would any solid color look as well as black ( can't see to sew it) or red (not my fav color)? It will be used on a bed in a blue room.