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virtualbernie 03-22-2012 11:30 AM
Another quilter on this board (I think it was Kitsie--but don't hold me to it, lol), blanket stitched hers down and it was gorgeous!

GrannieAnnie 03-22-2012 11:34 AM
Originally Posted by Tammi M (Post 5081245)
I have never sewn my quilt binding on the back of the quilt by hand. I generally sew it to the back by machine, and then fold it over the front and sew that by machine also. If I were to stitch it by hand to the back of the quilt, what suggestions does anyone have as to the stitch I should use?
Thanks-I really enjoy the suggestions I find on the Board!
Question----------Am I understanding that you want to hand sew the binding twice------------once to get the binding ONTO the quilt and then again to finish off the binding ?

Nosey Question? Why do you want to use hand stitchery?

humbird 03-22-2012 11:52 AM
I machine stitch to the front, then ladder stitch on the back.

ShowMama 03-22-2012 12:09 PM
Originally Posted by raptureready (Post 5081277)
Blind hem stitch and SMALL stitches. Usually about 1/4" is what I use. If you are planning to show it, the stitches need to be pretty much invisible and close enough together so that you can't insert a pinkie fingernail in the gap between the stitches. I do mine while watching tv and it usually takes anywhere from a couple of hours (for a baby quilt) to several evenings for a king size.
This is my method too. Oh, and I use hand-quilting thread as it seems to be stronger that all-purpose thread.

jljack 03-22-2012 12:15 PM
I use a single strand of regular sewing thread, sewing by hand on the back with the blind hem stitch. I like the finish it gives. Even though I have entered quilts for judging, I have never sewn my mitered corners shut, and I wasn't ever marked down for it. But I believe it depends on the judge and the professional level of the show.

Jackie Spencer 03-22-2012 12:37 PM
invisable applique stitch

Nanaquilts44 03-22-2012 12:40 PM
I use two threads and do a blind hem stitch. Learned to do it that way years ago. I like the other methods posted here too.

happysteve 03-22-2012 01:34 PM
would anyone know where I could find a Long and Winding Road Bargello quilt pattern so I don't have to purchase the complete book?

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happysteve 03-22-2012 01:37 PM
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I am open to suggestions for quilting my quilt for some fantastic friends.

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Pinkiris 03-22-2012 04:31 PM
Originally Posted by happysteve (Post 5082523)
would anyone know where I could find a Long and Winding Road Bargello quilt pattern so I don't have to purchase the complete book?

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You might try looking at your local library if you know the author. I'm afraid that your question will get lost in this "thread" about hand-sewn binding. Try posting again in the "looking for" section.


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