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dflynn 07-19-2015 05:46 PM

Finishing topper
 
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Would you use the birthing method or bind it? How would you turn the corners if using binding? If I use the birthing method, would I quilt it after or before? I am making 5 of these.

Tartan 07-19-2015 06:30 PM

If you are good at binding, then bind. I like Heather's tutorial on binding odd angles is at http://ankastresures.wordpress.com If you decide to birth, the quilting is done after the birthing.

Latrinka 07-20-2015 06:41 AM

I think I would bind them, probably either with black, or that bright green would really make it pop. Not sure, cuz I'm no pro for sure, but I think when you are binding around angles/curves, you have to cut your binding strips on the bias. Good Luck, topper looks great!

ManiacQuilter2 07-20-2015 10:21 AM

I agree with the above. It is not a difficult angle. The black would frame out your table runner so nicely.

tessagin 07-20-2015 10:36 AM

I would bind.

QuiltnLady1 07-20-2015 10:43 AM

Ditto -- I would bind. I have made several of these and the binding is not that hard. If you birth it, quilt after you turn it. I have also partially quilted the top and batting and then added the backing and turn it. Then I finished quilting the top. That turned out pretty well, too.

Jingle 07-21-2015 07:34 AM

I would bind with black also. Binding will be more pleasing in my opinion.

Irishrose2 07-21-2015 08:32 AM

Bind it. You don't need bias for this - those are actual corners - just a different angle and can be treated just like 90 degree corners. I do use bias for any curves like the Spicy Spiral runners.


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