Thread: log cabin

I like to trim my logs to size first.

Originally Posted by mandyrose

What is your favorite method of sewing the log cabin strips I'm making placements the directions have it it that you sew the first 2 strips 11/4 x 8 together then just sew trim and press the rest of the strips as you go around I'm not likeing doing it this way I would rather have all my strips cut to size,my placements are slightly wonky doing the trim as you go ugh! I have done log cabin where all the strips were cut to size for each round the block came out so much better what is your favorite way sewing these.

Could you please post a picture of the placemat , I have wanted to make them but I can't find a pattern with the measurements. Or tell me where you found the pattern.