The last blocks I made had a lot of little pieces and I used a 1/2 inch seam allowance. I wish I had done it here too. I am glad to know there are others that have this problem. I know where the problem is but since I made the pattern myself from a picture on this board it will take awhile to get the pieces the right size. It appears to be one triangle and is a hair off. I am going to sew it that way. I have tried to rip and it makes a mess when there is only 1/4 inch to work with.
Thanks for all the input
Lynda
Originally Posted by Weenween
Originally Posted by lwbuchholz
I have made quilts for my kids but used big pieces. I am now trying some with smaller pieces and the squares aren't the same size when I am done. It is a small difference like 1/8 inch but If I trim them all to the smallest, the block will be cut off a little. I hope this makes sense. Has anyone else had this happen and how did you deal with it if you have.
Lynda
Mine always were off using1/4 seam allowance then i started using 3/8 seam allowance don't ask me how it makes a difference but honestly it did.