The table will not be empty for long. I have been collecting fabrics for the background of a new whimsical applique.
The three borders for the applique have been finished for over a year. I find it easier to make the pieced border or borders first, then make the center applique to fit, rather than the other way around. Conversely, with a pieced quilt, I make the center first--then the borders.
Don't expect to see this one finished anytime soon. I have lots of machine quilting to do on two other quilts before I get to play with this. But it should be fun!
woohoo! You go, girl!! :)
ReplyDeleteHey, I never thought of doing the borders first...that is a great idea.
ReplyDeleteWhen I am ready to quilt a top, I like the get the binding made so that when I get it quilted, I can put it on. I hate to have to stop to make the binding. And I have made it before the top was finished a time or two. But usually, I don't have things that planned out.
Rose, since most pieced borders require specific measuring, I find it easier to make the border first, the fit the central applique into it. Just make sure your applique piece is a little on the large side. You can always trim it a bit to fit, if needed.
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