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    Old 08-05-2011, 07:00 PM
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    I'm in the pin it to death kinda person. Since I do a ton of miniatures, for me, what works is to change the stitch length on the machine to a larger stitch, and string piece the pinned blocks. Once they're all sewn, open them up and check for matching seams. Put the ones that match in one pile, and the ones that are off in a different pile and re-sew. When you're happy with the way they are, change the stitch length back to a smaller stitch and sew. Press and you should be good.

    It is a bit more work, but IMHO totally worth it in the end.
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    Old 08-05-2011, 07:10 PM
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    Originally Posted by ghostrider
    I always pin when sewing two pieces of fabric together, especially when joining seams...even if they are 'locked'. I hate it when seams don't line up and pinning is more than worth the time it takes in order for me to get the results I want. It all depends on what's important to you. :)
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    Old 08-05-2011, 07:20 PM
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    think of it this way........pinning better assures accurate matching and saves time in the long run and less frustration. I will line up the seams and then pin away from the seam thru the back and this holds the bottom seam allowance from flipping over.
    I definitely believe pinning saves time...if you want accuracy in lining up which I am sure you do
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    Old 08-05-2011, 07:30 PM
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    Sounds like a plan....I appreciate your advice!
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    Old 08-05-2011, 07:32 PM
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    Pinning is important and all the ladies seem to suggest pinning...your tip is appreciated!
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    Old 08-05-2011, 07:32 PM
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    Pinning is important and all the ladies seem to suggest pinning...your tip is appreciated!
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    Old 08-05-2011, 07:34 PM
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    Hi,
    Now there you go! Where to find this magnetic seam thing?
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    I have relatives in Hazelton....and spent alot of time in Trescow Pa when I was a child.....nice memories!
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    Old 08-05-2011, 07:38 PM
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    I just went on internet to search for this magnetic seam guide and think it is like a 1/4 inch seam foot which I have....anyway, it said not recommended for computerized machines....I have a Janome computerized machine.....so much for that....but thanks for the idea!
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    Originally Posted by nightengale
    I just went on internet to search for this magnetic seam guide and think it is like a 1/4 inch seam foot which I have....anyway, it said not recommended for computerized machines....I have a Janome computerized machine.....so much for that....but thanks for the idea!
    Anything magnetic is the "kiss of death" to anything computerised!

    I too am a manic pinner, and if it's any consolation I spend a fair bit of time unpicking too. The smaller the blocks the trickier they are....I keep a sate stick (wooden skewer) handy for keeping everything on track when working with fiddly blocks, just use the pointy end to keep everything feeding through neatly.
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    Old 08-06-2011, 02:34 AM
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