…one piece 30 inches, the other 36 inches...the larger one makes a border on the smaller one

This sounds interesting. Do you turn down part of the larger 6” to sew as binding? Oh how I wish I could be at retreat!!! I miss everyone so much. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=123_f9mDTKg

this is the theory... and its a pretty good tutorial. Size is the only difference - this one does not include cutting instructions but as long as you have at least 6 inches  bigger on the back, it works. (I suppose it would work if it were 4, but the border would be much smaller!)

You just need to be super careful to START stitching & STOP stitching at the 1/4 inch end points.

It looks like more work than the old fashioned way...LOL!!!! 

There are youtube videos showing how to do it.  That's how I learned. 

There's lots of them, so if one doesn't suit you,  look at another one.

I've been intrigued with panels lately too and I think I've saved a few examples/ideas to finish them in unique way.  The slab 'o borders just doesn't really do it for me but it would allow some interesting quilting ideas.   

I'll help if there is a machine I can borrow.  I'm thinking of not schlepping my FW this year.  Carolyn might be able to tell me if there is a machine available.  I did request one of the application. If not, I might be able in other ways like pulling fabrics together, cutting, etc.

I'm curious, did you carry the machine on?  Or check it?

Thanks!

I thought it was pretty cool

Judy,  I put out a request about sewing machines…..BUT,  I’ve had responses and we have options for getting everyone a machine!

we will provide you with a machine!

no need for you to schlep your machine!  

Wow!!  Quite stunning!