I fold the raw edge over to match the edge of the quilt top, then fold it over again until the edge covers the raw edge of the quilt top by about 1/2"; it's usually about 1-3/4" or so. In this case, it's 2". I miter the corners.I machine stitch the edge down.
Then I iron the quilt, pressing the edges nicely.
It's all finished.
Here is the back. You can see where I had to add a bit to the sides.
When I have help, I'll photograph the quilt in natural light, so you can all see the entire thing. In the meantime, here is what it looks like on the bed.
And under the crocheted bedspread.
Yeah, I know all you "it's-not-a-quilt-until-it's-quilted" folks are rolling your eyes and shaking your heads... "she must be crazy, hiding this under that bedspread..." but, that's exactly why the quilt is called...Laughing Out Loud.
9 comments:
What a decision, to showcase the beautiful quilt or gorgeous bedspread! Did you make the spread too?
I want to try binding a quilt like that one of these days. It looks like more fun than hours of hand stitching the binding down.
I absolutely love it!! Just fantastic!
The black and white striped binding - oh my! - it's the perfect finish for LOL.
if you're determined to showcase the crocheted bedspread -- which is beautiful! -- a nice bright luod quilt like you've made is wonderful for under it. The colours peek through so well and the "inside" smile/joke is great....
I love the crocheted blanket over top!
It is your bed, after all ... layer it the way YOU like!
Love the colors peeking through ~ what a treat to pull the spread off at bedtime!
Every quilt that my grandmother ever made was tied...nothing wrong with that! I do have a problem with covering up such a beautiful quilt though! It needs to be out where people can SEE it!
I like the colors sneaking through the crochet.
I LOVE the way quilt plays peek-a-boo under the crocheted spread. I think that's a great idea!...and a beautiful quilt!
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