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Old 04-05-2010, 05:56 AM
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I just started making a tumbling block quilt for my future niece. I am finding some conflicting information on how to sew the blocks together. Some websites say to start and stop the seams 1/4" from each corner. Other sites say to start 1/4" and sew all the way to the end of the pointy side. Do you have any pointers you could share with me? Thanks!
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Old 04-05-2010, 06:05 AM
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWpSETMbws4

I have to admit that I have never done one of these quilts but after just watching this video.....I'll try it!

NO set-in seams.....all done by strip piecing!
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Old 04-05-2010, 06:16 AM
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Originally Posted by lfw045
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWpSETMbws4

I have to admit that I have never done one of these quilts but after just watching this video.....I'll try it!

NO set-in seams.....all done by strip piecing!
I've read about that way too, but I have all of the diamonds cut already. Thanks
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Old 04-05-2010, 06:27 AM
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Sorry, posted twice :oops:
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Old 04-05-2010, 06:27 AM
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jenny, try both ways. Either way is fine, it is just personally ease and preference. One thing that I would do though is to put a small dot 1/4 inch away from the corner that fits into the 'y' seam and make sure that dot is in the seam of the previous sewn diamonds. The more you do of this type of piecing the easier it gets so just practice.

Good luck and get us a picture!
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Old 04-05-2010, 06:36 AM
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it depends which pattern you're using, some don't even have Y seams, some are paper pieced
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Coyote - Thanks! I will be sure to post a pic when I finish it.

Kathy - I'm not exactly following a pattern. I am doing the Y seams.
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Interesting video.

Good luck jenny.
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I would try them both ways and see what is more comfortable for you and get the best result :D:D:D
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That 1/4" dot is going to save you!
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