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    Old 11-17-2011, 08:21 AM
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    I like to set my seams before pressing. When you bring the fabric up to press it down it seems to iron more true to the seams too. It also prevents unwanted creases that can occur by not doing it.
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    Old 11-17-2011, 09:16 AM
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    As I see it, most of the "professionals/teachers" recommend setting the seams.
    Who am I who is always trying for the perfect quilt to argue.
    So, I always set my seams
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    Old 11-17-2011, 09:31 AM
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    Seams seem to sit flatter when I 'set' my seam. It is an automatic thing with me. I don't even think about it.
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    Old 11-17-2011, 09:36 AM
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    I agree with everyone. It just makes for a better seam.
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    Old 11-17-2011, 09:38 AM
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    Sometimes I do, sometimes I don't. And when I don't, I notice the difference then wonder why I didn't bother to iron. Try it both ways for yourself and decide.
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    Old 11-17-2011, 10:15 AM
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    I more often than not set my seams. It just makes the fabric react better.
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    Old 11-17-2011, 10:41 AM
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    I hate to show my beginner ignorance, but exactly what is "setting" the seam "before pressing to one side or the other".....
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    Old 11-17-2011, 10:48 AM
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    Thanks for the information. I'm glad to see so many of you do this. I always wondered if this was necessary, now I am convinced!!!!
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    Old 11-17-2011, 10:58 AM
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    I cannot sew period without my iron they just go together and I love the look of perfection.
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    Old 11-17-2011, 11:28 AM
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    Agree with what has already been said. BrendaK
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