Storm at Sea Quilt
06-06-2011, 05:32 AM
#24
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This is my favorite block. I've got the fabric to do one, just have not had the nerve to jump into it.
Originally Posted by beckalou
Finally got the top together, just have to decide on the borders. It measures 65 X 76, it needs to measure at least 84 x 90 after quilting & binding. Now my questions are, 1. How much extra width & length do I need to figure in for quilting (the quilting makes it shrink up a bit doesn't it?) 2. I was thinking 3 borders, a narrow green border, a purple border and a light blue border. But in what order? I have attached pictures of 2 blue fabrics I have, but will need to buy another purple & a green.
06-06-2011, 06:09 AM
#27
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Ooooh, you did a great job on that! Its beautiful! I think your decision will hinge on what else you add...so off to shop for you!
Sandpat, I'm gonna hate everyminute of that! ;) Actually the first blue matches better, is my daughter's favorite color and she also loves hearts. The quilt is for her, a very late wedding gift.
Sandpat, I'm gonna hate everyminute of that! ;) Actually the first blue matches better, is my daughter's favorite color and she also loves hearts. The quilt is for her, a very late wedding gift.
06-06-2011, 06:55 AM
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Beautiful quilt. now for the borders to make the quilt the size you want with three borders. I'd make the first border 2 1/2" and the 2nd 3 1/2" and the third 3 1 /2" that would take 1 1/4 yd for 1st border 1 1/2 yd and the third border a little over 2 yd. This would make your quilt 85" x 96". I hope this is what you are asking.
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