My stupid question of the day
#1
for making HST most patterns im seeing say to cut so many inches plus 7/8 instead of 1/2.....
Is there an easier way to measure and cut these?
most square rulers do the 1/2
Im guessing i need another ruler lol
Is there an easier way to measure and cut these?
most square rulers do the 1/2
Im guessing i need another ruler lol
#8
I agree. I am so klutzy about cutting that I have even made the original blocks for the HSTs 1/2" to 3/4" bigger. It may seem like a waste, but for me it saved time because I was finding myself recutting blocks because the original ones ended up too small. Other than my goofups on measuring, I think it has a lot to do with allowing for the folding back of the seam. That is one reason some people like to sew what they call "scant 1/4" seams.
#9
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Originally Posted by Charlee
Round up. Instead of cutting 2 and 7/8, cut to 3 inches and then trim down to your desired size. :)
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