Judith1005

For the swappers that are new to putting these quilts of different size blocks together: Can I offer a few suggestions.

When you receive your blocks back, measure them. Make sure they are the correct size. We all try. But, sometimes they are just not perfect.

Four 6 1/2" blocks will link together great to make a 12 1/2" block.

For the 9 1/2" block, I would suggest bordering it with a 2 1/2" strip. (Trim to a 12 1/2" size.) Or, a 3 1/2" x 9 1/2" (side) and a 3 1/2" x 12 1/2" (top) added to the 9 1/2" will bring you to a 12 1/2" square size as well. I know I was really lost for awhile till I figured out what played well and how they fit together. I have a 12 1/2" square that I use to trim my larger blocks. Be careful. You can loose your points. And, my long ruler is 6 1/2" wide. Makes it great for trimming the small blocks.

A lot of times, you sometimes need only a 1/2" on a block. I still border it. A lot of times the addition is in the seam allowance. But, it makes a big difference on how the blocks will come together.

And, just remember, when all the blocks fit together, It's all going to look great! Small things like loosing a bit of a point aren't really going to show. (Unless your entering in a quilt show.)

I hope this helps. If anyone else has suggestions, Please share. I'm always open to new ideas.