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[QUOTE=madamekelly;7856919]
Originally Posted by Peckish
(Post 7855652)
Probably your last sentence is what I would have done - pinned it horizontally. Here's why it's better than vertically? [\QUOTE]
I just noticed that the backing on your machine is pieced with the selvedges still on. To me, I would not take the time to quilt something with that seam. It is just about guaranteed to shrink weirdly the first time it was washed, and guess who would get the blame? Just my thoughts... |
[QUOTE=indymta;7857715]
Originally Posted by madamekelly
(Post 7856919)
This may be a silly question but...if the fabric is washed and then quilted, wouldn't that negate any effects of the selvage? |
It's also best to use a 5/8" inch seam when piecing backs, and to press the seams open.
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I never leave my selvages on. They shrink quite a bit more than the yardage when washed and dried!
[QUOTE=madamekelly;7856919]
Originally Posted by Peckish
(Post 7855652)
Probably your last sentence is what I would have done - pinned it horizontally. Here's why it's better than vertically? [\QUOTE]
I just noticed that the backing on your machine is pieced with the selvedges still on. To me, I would not take the time to quilt something with that seam. It is just about guaranteed to shrink weirdly the first time it was washed, and guess who would get the blame? Just my thoughts... |
I try to pin horizontally whenever I can with a pieced backing. If it has selvages left on the fabric, I will snip the selvages every few inches, as when constructing clothing.
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Thanks for this information. I am always unsure of which way to put the pieced backing.
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I just wanted to say I love that wall & best of all is that view at the window!!
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