I have precut ALL my pieces for the JN 'Feathered Goose' pattern I am working on now. No problem whatsoever, but I tend to cut just a smidge bigger than the template.
I also NEVER use steam when pressing a paper pieced block, and have never had the paper warp or curl.
sections not sewn together yet
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1/9 of quilt. using 100% batik fabrics
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