Originally Posted by sandyl
I am embarrased to say that I could not figure out why my barn was 1/4" beyond the roof line. However, now I know that it's allowing for the border or next block to be sewn on it.
No need to need to be embarassed. We all learn something new about quilting every day. :thumbup: :thumbup:
It is much better to learn about the seam allowance before piecing the squares, than after. I "forgot" and squared the squares to the finished size before piecing them together- made for an interesting design.