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    Old 08-14-2019, 05:35 AM
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    You can put some thin tape on your 12 1/2 inch ruler to mark the 12 1/4 inch size. That will make the trimming easier.
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    Old 08-14-2019, 05:43 AM
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    When I do less than 1/4 inch seam, I add another line of stitching to prevent fraying.
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    Old 08-14-2019, 06:56 AM
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    Trim the Log Cabins just a sliver all around. No one will even notice.
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    Old 08-14-2019, 07:00 AM
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    I'm on my way to trimming today. Hugs & thanks to everyone with suggestions & encouragement!
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    Old 08-14-2019, 07:19 AM
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    I had something very similar happen, and I just eased them together when I sewed, and after I quilted it up (using my LA) you can't tell. It wasn't that hard to ease in 1/4" over 12 inches.
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    Old 08-14-2019, 03:47 PM
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    If your ruler has lines on it just adjust the cutting line, then flip the ruler the other way and finish squaring up the square.
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    Old 08-14-2019, 03:49 PM
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    So much good advice...so many good helpful cyber sisters!!!!
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    Old 08-15-2019, 04:27 AM
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    Originally Posted by Doggramma
    When I do less than 1/4 inch seam, I add another line of stitching to prevent fraying.
    Excellent idea!
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    Old 08-15-2019, 04:28 AM
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    Originally Posted by Macybaby
    I had something very similar happen, and I just eased them together when I sewed, and after I quilted it up (using my LA) you can't tell. It wasn't that hard to ease in 1/4" over 12 inches.
    Another good idea!
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    Old 08-15-2019, 05:45 AM
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    I would certainly try easing the difference .
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