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07-22-2014, 08:13 PM
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My tip for the day : Always use the same ruler for your whole project. Using different brands can and will change the size of blocks. And do not use the grid on cutting mats instead of the ruler to cut patches.
07-23-2014, 05:24 AM
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Sounds very interesting....I will go and check it out. Today's a rainy day...might actually get some sewing done today 
Originally Posted by sewbizgirl
My "Tuesday Tip" is one that many of you may already know, but it was new to me not long ago. It is "spiraling" the seam allowances at the intersection of the 4 squares in a 4-patch. There is a link to a video which explains it better and quicker than I could. It first talks about nesting seams, then goes on to talk about sprialing seams. It's a great technique and makes your 4-patches behave that much better!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJNgDoOmsdo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJNgDoOmsdo
07-23-2014, 05:25 AM
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Nice idea...what do you mean color code them?
Originally Posted by Lstew2212
HI to all, My tip for Tuesday.....The pedicure toe separators make great holders for your bobbins that are not being used. I can color code them and them store them in a small clear box with a snap shut lid. They stay neat and wound with the thread.
07-23-2014, 05:27 AM
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Trish b what brand of rulers do you use?
Originally Posted by trish b
My tip for the day : Always use the same ruler for your whole project. Using different brands can and will change the size of blocks. And do not use the grid on cutting mats instead of the ruler to cut patches.
07-23-2014, 05:35 AM
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Sheri...I can't open this link..... can anyone else...maybe it is my internet???
Originally Posted by SheriR
I don't think a pattern link counts as a tip but this shows two quilts I think I'm in love with!
http://weddingdressblue.wordpress.co...-up-odd-quilt/
http://weddingdressblue.wordpress.co...-up-odd-quilt/
07-23-2014, 05:39 AM
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Thanks for all of the great "Tips" ladies. 7 tips have been posted for July 22...yeah! Thanks DJ, WMUTeach, SheriR, Sewbizgirl, Lstew2212 and Trish b you ladies ROCK!
If you missed it....pleases post "tips" on "TUESDAY TIPS" it is a great way to keep this board active.
~barb
If you missed it....pleases post "tips" on "TUESDAY TIPS" it is a great way to keep this board active.
~barb
07-23-2014, 05:58 AM
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Originally Posted by barbarakibler23
Sheri...I can't open this link..... can anyone else...maybe it is my internet???
07-23-2014, 08:08 AM
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Originally Posted by barbarakibler23
Sheri...I can't open this link..... can anyone else...maybe it is my internet???
Since I posted this link originally, I want to say that the search is worth the look. It has some beautiful new or should I say old examples of using 2.5 or perhaps 2 inch squares.
I'll try the link again. It works for me on my desk top but when I tried it on my supper duper laptop it would not open. Weird world of wonderful technology I guess.
http://barbarabrackman.blogspot.com/...ley-patch.html
07-23-2014, 10:13 AM
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Not sure what happened. I'm not in good cell coverage often here. But let's try this. http://weddingdressblue.wordpress.co...le-baby-quilt/ I think I'd really like to do it, only maybe queen size!
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