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Old April 30th 11, 06:53 PM posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
Pati, in Phx
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Default To use binding or not to use binding

On Apr 25, 11:11*am, Gerry Neuroth Gerry.Neuroth.
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I am working on the Spicy Spiral Table Mat and noticed some used binding
to finish off the outside, others just sewed front and back and flipped.
With all your good experiences which usage will make the mat look more
professional and lay flatter. WHY

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Gerry Neuroth


I've made a few of these runners, and have taught the class more than
a couple of times...G
Generally I am a fan of binding, but for this particular project the
binding can detract from the design of the Spiral part.
Also, if you bind you must use bias because the entire outside edge is
curved. So, I go with the pattern and layer, stitch, trim and turn the
runner before quilting it. It really does help keep the curve
flowing.
OH, and a tip: when you are going to leave an opening to turn
something. If you do a basting type stitch, by machine, on the
seamline of the area to be left open first. That is stitch through
single layers (or one layer and batting) . It really helps a lot. The
stitching helps keep the opening from stretching, and it gives you a
line to turn on. If you need to you can remove the basting, but often
it just disappears into the seam.

Pati, in Phx
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