Originally Posted by
cathyvv
Accurate cutting techniques. You can sew the straightest 1/4 inch seams in the world, but if fabric is not cut correctly, it will be almost impossible to match corners, etc.
And if the edges of the fabric pieces are not exactly lined up with each other the patches will never be the correct size, and overall, the top will not lie flat! Can't tell you how many times I've seen a 1/8th seam allowance on one side and a 1/4 or 3/8th inch seam allowance on the back side of a seam.