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Old 06-12-2011, 09:13 AM
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Originally Posted by MarshaEIEIO
Hi, if the seams aren't matching up, then all the squares aren't a true 9"...so take some time, stop where you are, and square them ALL up to be what you chose...the 9"....and pin and sew same size seams, as close to 1/4" as you can get, but be consistant with every seam being same size...press rows one way on one row, and press the seams other way on next row, so when put together they won't be so bulky...and you will be so surprised how they will all meet...and look great...oh and by the way there are " no Quilt Police"...so don't worry and have fun.
This is great advice..just relax and enjoy it..if your sewing straight seams..check your cuts and make sure your seams are the same on all..doesn't matter really if their a perfect 1/4" just so they're all the same !!
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