I need feedback on a proposed wall hanging

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10-29-2008, 06:35 PM

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bearisgray

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Originally Posted by zyxquilts

What if you sewed a backing on - right sides together - all the way around, then clipped the curves & cut a slit in the center back. Then turn it right side out & whip stitch the slit or applique something over it. The edges would all be completely finished & you wouldn't have to ease a binding around all the edges.

I like the idea of this - but instead of cutting the slit, you could leave an opening on one of the edges and whip or slipstitch the opening closed after turning it right side out.

I definitely do not like the idea of the satin stitching on the edges - especially if you want a floating look. I think it would make it look clunky. (You don't have it made yet, so I feel "safe" in saying it now. :-)

You could maybe rig sort of a "kite frame" for the back and sew pockets on the back for the frame ends and hang it from that.

10-30-2008, 02:04 AM

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Quilt4u

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That is going to be beautiful. Keep us posted.

10-30-2008, 02:27 AM

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user3587

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Satin stitch is out, that much I know. I did just a satin stitch around a square on a tree skirt. (a class I took) I didn't like doing that at all. I could just imagine trying it on something this big. Ugh!
The quilt shop lady that helped pick out the fabrics said she would help me with a bias edging. I still like the ideal of what I call the pillowcase method, turning, as well. If anyone comes up any other ideals, I'm open. I still have the bottom half to do.