Well I did have a productive weekend! I finished this table topper late last night and washed it. I used the Avignon fabric line by Moda, a charm pack & 1 yd for outter border, the inner border & backing was from my stash.
On another thread discussing binding, I mentioned I sometimes use an old method of backing/binding and that is what I did on this table topper.
I'm not the best photographer.

I like that. It's so bright and cheerful. I also use the backing/binding method on small projects.

Thanks! Yes the backing/binding method is an old method. I've seen antique quilts with that method and even bed quilts. I think it's perfect for smaller projects.

Very cute, love the colors.

Your table topper pretty.

Very pretty, that fabric line is very nice.

Very nice! The fabric is so cheerful!

Very pretty :-P

Pretty and summery.

Beautiful job! Love the fabrics.

Great job :thumbup: So bright and cheery :lol:

What is the old way to do the binding ?

So summery!! Really looks nice.

Very pretty, it has an old time look to it.

Ready for summer with a pretty quilt. I use the backing/binding on all my small quilts.

I bought that charm pack too--MAYBE you've inspired me! Your table topper is fun.

It's fun and easy...I did use 1 fabric from leftovers that I cut into 2 blocks (dark blue with yellow birds). It's amazing what you can do with 1 charm pack! I do have a couple of leftovers that I'll make into coasters.
Kind Regards,
MaryAnna

Very nice!

Love it! It's so bright looking.

Hey Sharon!
There are many ways to do binding. 'The old method' I am referring to is using the backing as your binding, just bring it around to the front. Yes, you'll have to cut it and then press the 1/4 inch hem, pin in place and sew. You can even miter it. I've seen old quilts that had this method of backing/binding. It's all one piece. It works well for smaller projects, but I've seen it on an old bed quilt before as well. I've been asked this question before and am pondering doing a tutorial on it.
Kind Regards,
MaryAnna

Beautiful!!! I would love to have that in my kitchen! It looks very cheery! Great job!

Beautiful dutch colors. So bright and cheerful!

Love it!

I love it!!! You did a beautiful job :D:D:D

That sure will brighten your kitchen.

Lovely! I like that fabric a lot!!

Real nice. Love the colors

That is so pretty. I love the colors and the border fabric is awesome. Great job. Thanks for sharing.

Adorable. Your border is the perfect choice for the charm blocks.

thanks, please do a tutorial on this way of binding, please please

Love it. Very cheery & colorful

Cute, cute! I've tried that back binding method and I like it...it looks great on the topper!

That is really cute. Love the bright colors and style. Good job!

I am a very visual person .. so a tute would be wonderful :thumbup: Would you sew around the whole outside edge prior to bringing the back to the front ?

No, you only sew once brought to the front. I'll do a tute over the weekend.
Kind Regards,
MaryAnna

cute table topper...spring is here..

You did a beautiful job. thank you for sharing. God bless. Penny

Thanks because the more I think about this the more I get confused :oops: Like what stops you from pulling to much from the back to the front ?

Very Pretty!

Hey Sharon,
I'll post a tute over the weekend!
Kind Regards,
MaryAnna

I love your tabletopper, the fabrics & colors awesome are sew cute!!