How many of you hand quilt?
06-22-2012, 07:23 AM
#91
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When I hand piece I always press the seam to one side. If I have to SID, then I do it on the side of the seam without the seam allowance. If I end up stitching through more than one layer of fabric, I don't worry about making small stitches.
The rationale I've read for pressing seams to one side is that it helps keep the batting from "leaking" through the seam, as well as strengthening the seam.
Janet
The rationale I've read for pressing seams to one side is that it helps keep the batting from "leaking" through the seam, as well as strengthening the seam.
Janet
06-24-2012, 05:25 PM
#92
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This is what quilting with #5 Pearle Cotton turns out like. It was my first hand quilting and It took quite a while with the #5. I never made that mistake again but it did set it off nicely and it is indeed cuddly. I love that quilt.....lol! http://www.quiltingboard.com/picture...e-t8524-3.html
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