Baby quilt size question
#1
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Join Date: Dec 2017
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Baby quilt size question
I was thinking of making a small baby quilt out of 1 charm pack, but the finished size of the top would only be 27*31.5 inches. I am going to use either no batting and use minky or fleece for the back, or else use batting and back with flannel so that it is nice and snuggly.
I am now questioning if these will just be way too small. It's almost more of a lovey size at that point. I did also order some white charm squares so I could add to my pack and do more of a disappearing 9 patch pattern and make them bigger.
So, what is a good size to give as a gift to someone? I want it to be used and well loved by the recipient, so I want it to be practical.
I am now questioning if these will just be way too small. It's almost more of a lovey size at that point. I did also order some white charm squares so I could add to my pack and do more of a disappearing 9 patch pattern and make them bigger.
So, what is a good size to give as a gift to someone? I want it to be used and well loved by the recipient, so I want it to be practical.
#3
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Join Date: Feb 2018
Location: North-East England
Posts: 681
Why not add a contrasting border?
5.5 inches added to each side will increase the width and length by 10 inches. If you have yardage of a fabric you will be able to get each border strip from the width of the fabric.
5.5 inches added to each side will increase the width and length by 10 inches. If you have yardage of a fabric you will be able to get each border strip from the width of the fabric.
#4
Maybe you could put sashing between your blocks in addition to added border(s) to increase the size. We would love to see a finished picture when it's all done just because we love to drool over finished quilts.