What is the typical width you make a twin size quilt ? (approximate)
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What is the typical width you make a twin size quilt ? (approximate)
I've was startled to read that QOV require between 50" and 72" wide and I got to thinking about that and the resulting size bed they could go on.
So, my question to you--given a choice and plenty of fabric, what is the size you aim for as a twin size quilt--minimum and maximum width, esp.
There are numbers all over the internet and they vary wildly. I am asking you all what you do.
So, my question to you--given a choice and plenty of fabric, what is the size you aim for as a twin size quilt--minimum and maximum width, esp.
There are numbers all over the internet and they vary wildly. I am asking you all what you do.
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I like a 14 inch drop on 3 sides. The top being flush with the headboard. There is no footboard. The top of the bed is about 38 x 74, so I shoot for around 66W x 88L. But I don't sweat it as long as I can figure out an equal drop. I also make a quilted pillow sham, sometimes two for the top of the bed.
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The skinny ones might be for hospital beds, I think too much drop could be cumbersome. But I rrally do not know. 50 inches wide seems really skimpy to me. Crib quilts are frequentle 45 x60 inches.
Otherwise, my method is a lot like what toverly posted.
Otherwise, my method is a lot like what toverly posted.
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I think 50 x 72 would be considered a lap robe. Standard size for Lutheran World Relief quilts is 60 x 80, which is a skimpy twin size to me. The LWR quilts are sometimes uses as mats, tent doors, or shade, as well as for night covering for adults or children. I like to make my twin size quilts at least 65 x 85 and usually a little bigger.
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I think 50 x 72 would be considered a lap robe. Standard size for Lutheran World Relief quilts is 60 x 80, which is a skimpy twin size to me. The LWR quilts are sometimes uses as mats, tent doors, or shade, as well as for night covering for adults or children. I like to make my twin size quilts at least 65 x 85 and usually a little bigger.
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