I had this quilt all planned out and it
still took on a life of its own. I was all set with a nice, simple, single seamed backing. But nope! When I purchased
this gold fabric I knew some of it would end up in the quilt. I had looked forward to hanging onto a yard or two. Turns out the whole piece was destined for this quilt; it complements the rust backing perfectly. I shall have to be satisfied with a few tiny scraps.
That backing is well worth my loss.
The front of the strip twist is done with borders and the binding is ready. I have until I finish clipping threads and sandwiching the quilt to pick one of three quilting designs I like. I hope to be quilting by Monday.
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Gorgeous backing! I'm always torn between taking the time to piece a cool backing, and just being DONE with the quilt already! Looks like you chose wisely...
ReplyDeleteThat is quite an amazing backing! This quilt is going to be double-sided (or maybe reversible is what I really mean), I think!
ReplyDeleteLooking lovely Sally,
ReplyDeleteWOW!
ReplyDeleteHi Sally! What a beautiful backing. I usually take the easy way out with a backing that is larger than the front quilt top - I rarely even seam them. This will make a lovely reversible quilt, like Diann mentioned. Happy Happy Tuesday to you. ~smile~ Roseanne
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