I chose a binding for this quilt yesterday, cut it and sewed it on, all by machine. I found 2 pink Kaffe fabrics that I liked for binding but went with the pencils for this reason: It had to be cut lengthwise to get the stripe going the right direction and I had used it for another quilt. That left a piece about 20" wide by 64" long, that was just waiting to be cut for another binding.
I think this is the first 'all Kaffe fabric' quilt that I didn't use a Kaffe fabric on the back. I had this 58" wide fabric that looks great with the quilt and that saved having to piece a small strip to a full width to get the size I needed. The quilt is 47" x 59" and has Hobbs 80/20 batting in it. It was longarm quilted by Robin.
While I was in the basement with the iron turned on I looked for a backing fabric for the 2 table runners like this one. I think this is a great fabric for the back and there was plenty for both runners.
Beautiful KF quilt, Wanda; so many lovely fabrics...
ReplyDeleteGreat backings on the table runners, too.
36 here and rainy, foggy, and gray... hoping to do a bit of sewing today...hugs, Julierose
It all looks wonderful!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!
hugs
Donna
Love the quilt! The binding is just perfect, and yes that backing looks great with it. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteI would have used your logic, too. The pencils and the backing really complement that pretty quilt top!
ReplyDeletethat backing looks really good - perfect for boy or girl
ReplyDeletePerfect backs for both fronts. Love the juxtaposition of the Kaffe prints and I always admire the watercolors.
ReplyDeleteI love the subtle glow of this quilt, it pulls you right in, with warmth and happiness. And your table runner is stunning to say the least. Your posts always make my day.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful finish!!! Those pinks and purples look so great together!
ReplyDeleteOh, the pencil fabric was meant to be for the binding……I love it when things work out like that. Nice to have backing for your runners, great colors. It’s a beautiful say here today in the 50’s with sunshine.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gloriously festive quilt you've made and I love the binding and backing fabrics you chose. Just perfect!
ReplyDeleteYour colorwash table runners are so delightful and that backing fabrics is another perfect choice.
You're amazing!
Hugs!
Oh, the watercolor table runner is just super! Love the fresh snappy look of the pink and blue quilt. You are the color/value master!
ReplyDeleteI love the Kaffe quilt and the binding just tops it off! Yay Wanda!
ReplyDeleteYay, you ARE going to have more finishes!
ReplyDelete-Roxanne