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    Old 01-08-2011, 06:51 AM
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    I need some help on how to join multiple seams together. I have made a number of blocks and at each corner on each block there are two seams. When I attempt to sew four blocks together there are eight seams coming together which makes quite a lump. Besides ironing the seams open are there any other tricks you ladies know of that would help my blocks lay down flatter? I would appreciate any help you could give me as I am a new quilter and didn't realize these kind of blocks would be difficult until after I made them. Thanks so much. I have learned so much from this board!
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    Old 01-08-2011, 06:53 AM
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    Well, I am fairly new as well, but I think I would use a sashing between the blocks. I mean like a 2.5 inch piece of material to set the blocks apart.
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    Old 01-08-2011, 07:01 AM
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    I'm fairly new, too. What I've tended to do is: press seams open, or else press each seam to one side so at the meeting point, seam allowances will nest around in a sort of "spiral"... clear as mud?...

    Also when pressing, I press into the meeting point with the very tip of my iron, to help flatten things out.

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    Old 01-08-2011, 07:03 AM
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    A hard pressing surface really helps get those intersections mashed down good.
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    Old 01-08-2011, 07:07 AM
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    Originally Posted by Scissor Queen
    A hard pressing surface really helps get those intersections mashed down good.
    Thanks, I hadn't thought of that.
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    Old 01-08-2011, 07:09 AM
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    Thanks, I think I get the picture and will try it.
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    Old 01-08-2011, 08:11 AM
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    I am having the same problem only I am doing pinwheels. I have been told to cut some threads at the junction point and twist to make a sort of square. I am still trying to do this.I understand the concept and can do it with just one seam but where a number of seams meet I find I am having a hard time. I will let you know if I come up with a solution.
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    Old 01-08-2011, 08:18 AM
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    to Beebee:
    When I have to flatten an intersection with several seams in it, I moisten my finger tip, press down on the intersection and twist and turn the BLOCK around under my finger, holding my finger steady on the seams, instead of twisting my finger.
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    http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-87433-1.htm
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    Old 01-08-2011, 08:47 AM
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    I press seams open, and use some spray starch.
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