Originally Posted by k3n
Pam, I cut squares of calico and batting a little bigger than the finished block then sew the log cabin directly on; I don't even pre-cut the strips - just trim them square when sewn on. Then you just trim the blocks up and piece then QAYG method - pieced and quilted in one hit! You can always add a second, decorative backing if you bon't like all the seams on the back and just ditch quilt round the blocks or tie to hold it. I've done this with my own cut strips but keep looking at jelly rolls thinkin - got to get some of those, bet I could make a quilt in an afternoon!
K x
I did a log cabin using muslin foundation piecing once and it sounds like much the same thing, adding the batting and backing. I haven't done a QAYG before but it's on the list to try.