Crazy Chevron Border Tutorial

 I use a light weight interfacing for the foundation. I cut the foundation to the size I wish.



I start by placing a triangle on the very top. Layer the strips according to this starting point.




I try hard to not get to the side and really off center or your chevron takes a turn for wonky and that I love. But I must lean off center. 





I considered a chevron border on this quilt, but decided not.


You can see what can happens when you put a chevron border on a quilt.

This is one quilt that I treasure. Its called "Beach House CQ" and was part of the 2012 Quilt Festival in the U.S.

Happy Quilting!


Comments

  1. Hi Caroline--I just found your blog--I LOVE this chevron border tutorial--I had made a "Bunkhouse Quilt for my young grandson years ago but the strips were all cut the same size--this method looks like fun....hugs, Julierose

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    1. Hi Julierose, I did take a few minutes to pop over to your blog and take a peak. Lovely spider quilt and what a little wee beautiful girl. So glad you are following me. I try hard to follow my readers too. Cheers to you trying out a chevron border, so very much fun, its really free motion chevron building.

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  2. How fun--I am going to have to remember to try this out! I love your crazy stitching on Beach House--lovely!

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    1. Karen, so sweet of you to pop over and leave me a note on the door! Thanks for your lovely comment on my stitching.

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  3. Great chevron border, thanks for sharing!

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  4. this is a fantastic finish for quilts and a stash buster at the same time. is it ok to share on my facebook page?

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    1. Hi Carolyn, share a link to this post is best. Thanks again. Its a great stash buster.

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    1. I'm full of fun techniques. I'd take more time in the day if you have some to share. Thanks again!

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  6. That is so nice! :)
    Greetings from Finland!
    Hugs, Ulla

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  7. I love this Beach House with the chevron border. Lovely!

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  8. I love this Beach House with the chevron border. Lovely!

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    1. Thanks for this comment Rose Ann. I love making crazy quilts as you do too!

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  9. Such a simple but effective idea and a very helpful tutorial. I can't tell you how much I admire your approach to quilt making. Beach House is such a beautiful and happy quilt - I love it and understand why you treasure it!

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