Pressing seams open...what a PAIN
#25
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Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: Florida
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I know this would bring the Quilt Police, but I just don't do open seams. But I still consider myself a beginner so, I don't really do complicated patterns that would require it. I depend on the seams "locking" to help line up patterns. I do a sample block to figure out which direction works best, it's not always to the dark.
#26
This is how I do it - opening those seams just takes much longer than pressing to the dark. But, sometimes it's gotta be done.
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#28
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Join Date: Mar 2013
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I also use my mini iron for hard to get to seams. I have a hook right beside my sewing machine just for mini iron as it is so handy to use right at the machine. after pressing open seams w/mini I like to turn my block over and steampress so everything lies flat.
#29
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Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: NE California - no where near the Bay Area!
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I also dry iron the seams open without setting them, then flip over, lightly spray with water, then press again. Of course I learned to sew clothing before quilting, so pressing seams open is ingrained in me. I actually like pressing the seams open as opposed to one side because you get a neater seam.
#30
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Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Morganton, Ga
Posts: 944
I usually only use steam when starching yardage befor cutting. Using a fine mist for pressing seams helps with the burn issues. You can buy a nice little mister bottle at a dollar store for around a dollar, good investment.
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