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    Old 07-19-2015, 05:46 PM
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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.
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    Old 07-19-2015, 06:30 PM
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    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.
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    Old 07-20-2015, 06:41 AM
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    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!
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    Old 07-20-2015, 10:21 AM
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    I agree with the above. It is not a difficult angle. The black would frame out your table runner so nicely.
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    Old 07-20-2015, 10:36 AM
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    I would bind.
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    Old 07-20-2015, 10:43 AM
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    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.
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    Old 07-21-2015, 07:34 AM
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    I would bind with black also. Binding will be more pleasing in my opinion.
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    Old 07-21-2015, 08:32 AM
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    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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