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Old 06-06-2014, 07:19 AM
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#1 for me, as then I can do each one a different set of colors, or all the same
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Old 06-06-2014, 07:31 AM
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I cut squares to avoid sewing along a bias edge because it can stretch.
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Old 06-06-2014, 07:39 AM
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I use #1, but when it says "cut squares 3 7/8" or whatever size, I add 1/8 of an inch to round up to 4" or whatever the nearest half inch is. I do this so I have a little extra to square up nice and even to the size given.
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Old 06-06-2014, 09:09 AM
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Method 1 hands down! If I can stay away from bias I will unless I'm making a bias binding.
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Old 06-06-2014, 10:21 AM
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It depends on what I am doing. If I am making a scrap quilt I will use the your #1 method.

If I am making a lot of the same color combination I will use a multiple method and I always use my Bloc- Loc Ruler to square them up and I get perfect HSTs.

There are many methods to use and I choose the one that is best for the project.
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Old 06-06-2014, 10:22 AM
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It depends on what I am doing. If I am making a scrap quilt I will use the your #1 method.

If I am making a lot of the same color combination I will use a multiple method and I always use my Bloc- Loc Ruler to square them up and I get perfect HSTs.

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There are many methods to use and I choose the one that is best for the project.
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Old 06-06-2014, 10:41 AM
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I too do number one. I hate sewing triangles together.
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Old 06-06-2014, 10:42 AM
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I draw the line but I cut my squares over-sized. After I press the HSTs open, I square them up. It is more work but worth it for me.
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Old 06-06-2014, 02:03 PM
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This is what I do. Cut square 1/8" larger, draw diagonally line, sew, cut, starch. press and then trim. They come out very accurate this way.
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Old 06-06-2014, 02:05 PM
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I use #1 and make a little larger then cut down to size. It guarantees an accurate HST.
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