Stop Cutting Your Selvage First 😳 @theopinionatedquilter
Stop Cutting Your Selvage First 😳  @theopinionatedquilter
Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 5 hours ago
Most quilters cut their selvage edges off first… and it’s actually slowing them down.

When joining binding or borders, you’re trimming twice without even realizing it.

In this quick tip, I’ll show you a faster, more efficient way to piece your strips so you only trim once.
Work smarter. Waste less time. Quilt more.

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Stop Cutting Your Selvage First 😳

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