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    Old 07-31-2010, 10:54 AM
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    I am going to look for a 1/4 foot! Yes, Gale is right...the fabric strip covers up the plate whichever way I turn it. And I discovered the hard way that I need the foundation strip! I did try sewing the first pieces together and the result was...not good. Rip!! So, the muslin strip helps though it's in the way! I think these fabrics, being knit, and even though they are stabilized are stretchier than starched cotton.

    I don't want to ever touch knit fabric again after this quilt!!
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    Old 07-31-2010, 11:29 AM
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    This will be an adorable quilt when you get it finished even with the problems you've had!
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    Old 07-31-2010, 11:53 AM
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    Ah knit fabric. That explains a lot. I think if I made one with knits (which I will be-ds wants a tshirt quilt for his bed) I would use a lightweight fusible interfacing on the back.
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    Old 07-31-2010, 11:56 AM
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    If your keys are cut to size, and you have the first one on, it shouldn't be hard to sew the next one down. Just line the edge up and use a consistent seam allowance. It doesn't need to be perfect. Nobody will measure if the keys are identical.
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    Old 07-31-2010, 12:11 PM
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    sounds like you could use the arm that fits into a walking foot to enable you to space your seams evenly...do you have one of those? it's a weird looking "L" shaped piece of metal that fits in to the back of the walking foot and slides side to side to set the distance from the previous seam.
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    Old 07-31-2010, 01:31 PM
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    Thanks, everyone. Yes, Gale, every little piece has fusible interfacing--another fun step!!
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    Old 07-31-2010, 03:18 PM
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    You have done a wonderful job!!! Its going to be worth all the trouble its been.
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    Old 07-31-2010, 06:11 PM
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    In spite of all the problems this quilt has given you it is sure cute. I can't wait to see it with the borders.
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    Old 08-01-2010, 05:32 AM
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    Thank you! I was fussing, but I'm enjoying it!
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