njquiltergirl Posted February 5, 2012 Report Share Posted February 5, 2012 Hi. I have been asked to put a braid design in an inner border. Do any of you have a photo or stitching path I can see for inspiration? The quilt is a real classic, 19th century reproduction type of quilt and I am not sure a braid design will look good in it. I see braids as very modern. Am I wrong? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juden99 Posted February 5, 2012 Report Share Posted February 5, 2012 Do you think they mean a cable design? That would be a very traditional pattern? It sort of looks like a braid...maybe sorta... Judy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cblevins Posted February 5, 2012 Report Share Posted February 5, 2012 I'm not sure what you mean by braid. Could you draw it out? When I think of braided I think of basket weave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ffq-lar Posted February 5, 2012 Report Share Posted February 5, 2012 Here's a diagram for a standard braid. It's continuous-line. Watch your spacing. Start at the bottom about two-thirds of the way one side or the other from the edge seams. As you stitch the backtrack, come back half the distance and head for the opposite side. You will get a rhythm going and it stitches quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheri Butler Posted February 5, 2012 Report Share Posted February 5, 2012 **Use the "center side) of an oval template (if you have it) and it will help you stay on the stitching line when back-tracking. (if your anal like I am and dont want the tracking to be seen) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njquiltergirl Posted February 6, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 6, 2012 I am so silly - I was trying to figure it out from the top! It does look a bit modern, but your drawing gives me hope. Beautifully done, Linda thanks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cblevins Posted February 6, 2012 Report Share Posted February 6, 2012 Linda, I love it when you draw things out for us!!!! When are you going to do a book? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ffq-lar Posted February 6, 2012 Report Share Posted February 6, 2012 Originally posted by cblevins Linda, I love it when you draw things out for us!!!! When are you going to do a book? Thanks for asking, Cheri!! I am waiting for some illustrations from my cartoonist BIL and finalizing the format for a sashings design book. You will all be the first to know when it's ready! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoseCity Quilter Posted February 6, 2012 Report Share Posted February 6, 2012 Originally posted by ffq-lar Originally posted by cblevins Linda, I love it when you draw things out for us!!!! When are you going to do a book? Thanks for asking, Cheri!! I am waiting for some illustrations from my cartoonist BIL and finalizing the format for a sashings design book. You will all be the first to know when it's ready! Way to go Linda! Can I be second to know when it's ready? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njquiltergirl Posted February 6, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 6, 2012 Put me on your list too, Linda! Thanks for the help. Do you all think it is too modern for a 19th century reproduction quilt???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RitaR Posted February 6, 2012 Report Share Posted February 6, 2012 Waiting to see it, Linda.. Go for it. Will Den be making any of the designs on quilt boards?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SKQuilts Posted February 6, 2012 Report Share Posted February 6, 2012 I want on the list too!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyce Posted February 6, 2012 Report Share Posted February 6, 2012 Darn Linda i thought that I was going to be the first. Oh well. put me on the list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiltsinmotion Posted February 7, 2012 Report Share Posted February 7, 2012 oh my how cool our Linda is going to do a book ~ Linda you must post here first so we all be the first to know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoryJM Posted February 7, 2012 Report Share Posted February 7, 2012 Oh, Linda...I'd love to have you with me all the time!! I'm in line to buy your book!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cblevins Posted February 7, 2012 Report Share Posted February 7, 2012 Linda that is just awesome! When someone has the talent you have, it needs to be shared and a book is the perfect way. This is so exciting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njquiltergirl Posted February 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2012 I need your opinions...is the braid suitable for a colonial- reproduction quilt? I will start the quilt tomorrow and need to know what to put there. Thanks!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ffq-lar Posted February 7, 2012 Report Share Posted February 7, 2012 Try drawing it on the top first. I imagine it would be a great design if you use matching thread so just the texture shows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srichardson Posted February 7, 2012 Report Share Posted February 7, 2012 Exciting book news Linda! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyAboutQuilting Posted February 7, 2012 Report Share Posted February 7, 2012 Lisa, I think that design would look really nice, especially if you use the matching thread like Linda suggests, it would add a really nice texture. Linda, thank you for sharing your stitching diagram! I'm going to add a copy of that to my 3 ring binder..........and I'm eagerly waiting for the release of your book, too!! I want to be on your list too! :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda G. Craig Posted February 7, 2012 Report Share Posted February 7, 2012 I would love your book as well. There are many quilt books out there, but many lack clear instruction. But Linda, you have a natural knack for explaining the difficult in a very simple and clearly understood manner. How many times have you drawn out instructions for us with explanations that set off light bulbs everywhere? Gotta love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njquiltergirl Posted February 8, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 8, 2012 I showed the customer your design, Linda R. and she liked it. If it is good enough for her, it is good enough for me! Thanks again for your sketch! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judysmith Posted February 8, 2012 Report Share Posted February 8, 2012 Linda Rech you are a champion and I'm so glad you are going to put out a book. I print out the odd page here and there, but to have it all in one place would be so much more convenient! Regards, Judy http://judiquilts.blogspot.com.au/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anniquilter Posted February 8, 2012 Report Share Posted February 8, 2012 Lisa, I think that design would look great. Please post a pic when done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonbon Posted February 9, 2012 Report Share Posted February 9, 2012 Linda You are awesome. Thanks! I want my copy of your book personally autographed! Put me at the top of your list friend! Love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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