I am on the home stretch today with Floribunda. It is not a large quilt, but it served it's purpose of ridding my stash of some floral fabric. I also was able to use up some wool batting pieces that were trimmed off other quilts. So why not do something new and exciting when it came to finishing it. I have never used a ruffler foot, so why not give it a try. After watching a you tube video on how to use it, I made what seems like yards and yards of ruffles.
I must say I am pleased at the results, and it was fun to do something different. Although, it is a lot more work than a regular binding, but it is worth the effort. I have three sides of the backing turned under and stitched so hopefully today I can finish the final side.
Then I will get out my hexie box. I need more background hexies to complete my six sided shape. I had to undo one flower this week as I was off according to my map, so I didn't get as much done as I had hoped but it is coming along.
I must say I am pleased at the results, and it was fun to do something different. Although, it is a lot more work than a regular binding, but it is worth the effort. I have three sides of the backing turned under and stitched so hopefully today I can finish the final side.
Then I will get out my hexie box. I need more background hexies to complete my six sided shape. I had to undo one flower this week as I was off according to my map, so I didn't get as much done as I had hoped but it is coming along.
the ruffle looks good and yes I bet a bit harder than regular binding. I have done some unpicking with my hexies from time to time as well - it will look like it is in the right place - then after 5 minutes (or more!) of stitching you suddenly realize all is not right.
ReplyDeleteIt is easy to get off sometimes. I can't say the ruffles are harder but they do take a bit more time. I guess i need to try a knife edge, which should be less work than a ruffle. I imagine your prairie points would be similar to adding a ruffle.
DeleteCarla, loving your ruffle on that quilt... tried prairie point edging on a table topper and I hope it NEVER gets turned to the back! lol But the front is lovely so I use it :) Your hexie project is coming along... guess you will be making more background ones :) Have a blessed rest of your weekend! Kathi
ReplyDeleteYes, Kathi, I need more black hexies. Since I finished Floribunda they will be great evening project in front of the TV.
DeleteThis is the first I have seen ruffled binding on a quilt. Love the bright color. It makes for a nice accent to the quilt. We all get off track now and then on our projects. The main thing is that we continue on to completion.
ReplyDeleteI am sure it has been done before, but since this is my garden quilt, to use when I sit on the terrace, I thought it would make a cute finish. When I saw the hot pink in the store I knew it was the right one.
DeleteLoving the ruffle on the quilt. Your hexie project is moving along well.
ReplyDeleteThanks Deb! I think if I can figure out what color to make the background for the center medallion I can start the applique process. Decisions decisions!
DeleteWhat a great idea! Love it! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Deb! I got the ruffler foot over ten years ago and played with it once. I need to use it more often. May have to add a ruffle to a purse or bag.
DeleteGreat idea about the ruffle for this quilt. It will be very charming. Your hexies are growing. Have a wonderful week. hugs
ReplyDeleteThank you Ivani! I agree it is just what this little quilt needed.
DeleteSuch a fun idea for a quilt edge! Don't think I've ever seen this done before!
ReplyDeleteI saw an antique quilt finished this way once. It would be a great way to finish a baby quilt for a little girl too.
DeleteLove your hexie quilt, also your background choice of black.
ReplyDeleteI am happy with the black also. It really makes the colors pop!
DeleteDid I hear Ruffles? I need to learn that! Your hexis are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteYes, ruffles work well, they would be especially perfect for a baby quilt.
DeleteMy MIL used prairie points on all her quilts. I've never seen a quilt with a ruffle before ... very girlie, I'd think. ;-)
ReplyDeleteYes, prairie points were quite popular in the midwest, but I have seen an anitque quilt or two that had ruffles. They are not my original idea but I think I may use them again on the right quilt.
Deleteyour ruffle is fun and different - the red looks great on this quilt.
ReplyDeleteyour hexie projects is coming along!
Thanks Barb! Something a little different to get me thru this winter. Hexies are slow going but fun to do!
DeleteYes Yes I LOVE ruffles. I used to make all the curtains and dust ruffles and ruffle things for my daughter. I flat wore out one ruffler foot and am on my second one.
ReplyDeleteI agree it is more effort and time consuming BUT OH THE RESULTS!!
You hurry up and get that other side sewn on so we can see!!!!
I still have a few hand quilting stitches to put in but I will try to do a post soon. I am really glad I added the ruffle to finish this one off, it is just what it needed.
DeleteThe ruffle is a lovely accent on this quilt. Great idea!
ReplyDeleteThanks, I agree it finished it nicely, thanks for stopping by
DeleteYour floral quilt is wonderful. How unique! I love the quilt and your ruffle...it finishes it off really nice. Absolutely lovely! And I, too, love hexies. Yours will be super!
ReplyDeleteIt was a Bonnie Hunter quilt that she copied off of an antique quilt. It was a good way to use floral fabrics that were in my stash. Hers used yellow but I just used a green that I had in my stash. Thanks for stopping by.
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