Advice on border would be much appreciated

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09-14-2013, 07:55 AM

#21

Passionate Quilter

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Location: Johnson City, Tn.

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All I can say is "WOW" that is a beautiful quilt, so stunning. I would use an unbroken border with that "electric" blue binding. Please show again when the quilt is finished.

09-14-2013, 08:14 AM

#22

marciacp

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Location: Crowley, TX

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Knitette

A lot of quilters prefer to cut along the length so their borders have no joins. Take a deep breath - although I don't do it myself - some quilters tear

their fabric instead of cutting it! I'd be too scared the pattern was 'off' to do it myself.
Also, if you mitre the border, you'll get a nice finish on a big print.

In my experience the only time tearing the fabric for the border is if you have an all-over print. This is a very distinct border print. I would cut it length wise, leaving a quarter-inch for the seam allowance. I'm afraid if you try to tear this one, it won't be straight with the pre-printed border. (Is that clear as mud?) I will say, though, that if you have an all over print, tearing it is a wonderful way to go and always give really straight borders,
especially when you are working with a long length.

) I also agree that mitering the borders will really make it look finished.
Marcia

09-14-2013, 11:12 AM

#23

Mariah

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Location: Pittsburg, Kansas

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Gorgeous! I have a home for it if you get tired of it. After studying it, I would go with Gold Fabric and "audition" a dog-tooth border of Gold or just a plain Gold Border. You can go online and find lots of borders, which I didn't know for a very long time. I would just find one you like and see how you think it will blend with the rest of your quilt. Mariah