hopetoquilt

You are not crazy. I think certain quilts lend themselves more to tying. Quilting is supposed to be fun so go with what you like.

sarahelloyd

I love the idea of a tied quilt, they do look dimensional. Pretty cat too!

Retired Fire Chief

I love your tied quilt. Just think, the money you saved by not having it long armed - more fabric!! And you have a great critic, it's obvious dear George approves.

Debbie C

Wendy, I love a tied quilt - the yarn you used makes it look very vintage. I've been using 3 strands of embroidery thread in a square knot to do my tying, but l like the soft, fuzzy look the yarn offers. Lovely quilt, Gorgeous George!

QUILTNMO

very nice scrappy!!!!i like to tie quilts sometimes too !!!! especially small ones

kyquiltlover1942

I go by the design of the quilt. Some are just begging to be tied, while some need to be quilted. I have several "utility" quilts that I have been using for over 30 years that were tied. The ties are missing in several places but other than that they get washed usually twice a year and are doing great. I use crochet cotton or pearl cotton to tie.

lizzy

I like the effect of the tie quilt. It does look more vintage.

twinkie

I think tying the quilt is a personal preference. It is definitely quicker and less expensive. I think your quilt is amazing.
I love it. I have an antique quilt from 1912 that is tied and I love it.
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mea12

I'm a lover of vintage and like certain ones to look as vintage as possible. I also like the loftier battings (family does also) and the drape of hand-tied. It also has more of the warmth of a "hand-made" piece. I just know I'm doing more of it now simply because i like the looks, the feel, the cost-savings and the fact that i can do it myself! But, i machine quilt too and even send em out on occasion. its all good !!

Pieces2

A great scrappy quilt. Tying ver. quilting, the tying will not last. The threads will break down after
several washings.































A great scrappy quilt. Tying ver. quilting-the ties won't last after several washings.
The ties can even work loose and come untied. Good luck with this method.