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Forum: Tutorials
01-30-2008, 07:21 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 15,265
Posted By Yvonne

Most paper piece patterns come in parts and the...

Most paper piece patterns come in parts and the parts go together to make the whole, hopefully the size that you want. If the pattern isn't for a block size you want you can put the parts on a copier...
Forum: Tutorials
09-24-2007, 11:21 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 15,265
Posted By Yvonne

I have a rather large basket of scraps. SO I just...

I have a rather large basket of scraps. SO I just toss my excess chunks into there for the next paper piecing project. I've also been going through my scraps and cutting many into useable squares and...
Forum: Tutorials
09-11-2007, 03:23 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 15,265
Posted By Yvonne

Steve, There are histories about most of the...

Steve,
There are histories about most of the traditional blocks and flyfoot is no exception. I found the following quote at
...
Forum: Tutorials
09-05-2007, 12:05 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 15,265
Posted By Yvonne

http://quilterscache.com/QuiltBlocksGalore.html ...

http://quilterscache.com/QuiltBlocksGalore.html

Go to the bottom of the page and click on the "blank paper piecing templates."
Forum: Tutorials
08-29-2007, 01:58 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 15,265
Posted By Yvonne

Donna, Thanks for the smile. I have done that...

Donna,
Thanks for the smile. I have done that very same thing! Cut off the wrong piece and of course, sewn on a fabric piece that was big enough but just not at the angle it was added. I have become...
Forum: Tutorials
08-21-2007, 10:06 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 15,265
Posted By Yvonne

The 31 years of teaching first grade have paid...

The 31 years of teaching first grade have paid off! I only know words of one and two syllables. :lol:
Forum: Tutorials
08-14-2007, 10:21 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 15,265
Posted By Yvonne

You all are most welcome for the photos. I sure...

You all are most welcome for the photos. I sure hope they help you. I want you to enjoy paper piecing as much as I do.

One other suggestion. When you first start, use large chunks of fabric. It...
Forum: Tutorials
08-13-2007, 04:22 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 15,265
Posted By Yvonne

You can do this! It is easy. Just take it easy...

You can do this! It is easy. Just take it easy when you start and only worry about the first two pieces of fabric. Then add the next, etc.

Remember,
Baby Steps!

Paper piecing is FUN! :mrgreen:
Forum: Tutorials
08-13-2007, 04:03 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 15,265
Posted By Yvonne

When you have the whole block assembled then you...

When you have the whole block assembled then you can remove the paper. Tear it gently because you don't want to rip out your seams!

Oh, did I mention above that you need to use a very small...
Forum: Tutorials
08-13-2007, 03:59 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 15,265
Posted By Yvonne

Time to trim the outside edges. Be sure to leave...

Time to trim the outside edges. Be sure to leave the seam allowance. I have been known to trim on the finished (sewing) line and then I weep!


Pics are out of order but you get the idea. Right? ...
Forum: Tutorials
08-13-2007, 03:58 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 15,265
Posted By Yvonne

Continue to cover all the numbered spaces.

Continue to cover all the numbered spaces.
Forum: Tutorials
08-13-2007, 03:56 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 15,265
Posted By Yvonne

continue the same process for all four sides of...

continue the same process for all four sides of this block. I like to fold back the new section and trim off the excess fabric from the prior sections. This helps to keep the seams nice and tidy.
Forum: Tutorials
08-13-2007, 03:55 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 15,265
Posted By Yvonne

Fold the second fabric back over the seam. Check...

Fold the second fabric back over the seam. Check to be sure that the fabric covers all of section #2. Iron the fabric in place.
Forum: Tutorials
08-13-2007, 03:53 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 15,265
Posted By Yvonne

Stitch on the line. Use a tiny stitch. I set my...

Stitch on the line.
Use a tiny stitch. I set my Pfaff at 1.5.
Forum: Tutorials
08-13-2007, 03:52 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 15,265
Posted By Yvonne

Line the section # 2 fabric up with the first...

Line the section # 2 fabric up with the first fabric right sides together.
Forum: Tutorials
08-13-2007, 03:51 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 15,265
Posted By Yvonne

Fold the paper back on the line between section 1...

Fold the paper back on the line between section 1 and 2. Crease it and then using that fold as a guide trim the fabric to 1/4 inch from the fold.
Forum: Tutorials
08-13-2007, 03:49 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 15,265
Posted By Yvonne

I took some pictures while I made a...

I took some pictures while I made a square-in-a-square block this morning. I printed the block pattern off of Quilter's Cache. I sent the pictures to mimisharon and she thought you might like to see...
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