Hello
I think the class you took was different from this Cotton Theory. In this technique you work with one inch seams. I have done your quilt as you go too but love this Cotton theory better. The projects are finished off better too if you have a Pfaff machines with those nice joining stitches also embrodiery facility. I am not familiar with Berninas but I am sure they have some nice stitches too.
Placemat with embroidery work
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