Originally Posted by
sewbeadit
I think it is an interesting thing to think about. I have always pressed to one side as I am one of the old people,lol, but still think it makes a sturdier quilt without the seems open and exposed to whatever.
I just learned how to quilt 3 years ago and I was taught to press to the dark side. I too was used to opening the 5/8" seam from clothing sewing, but after seeing this post, I may try a quilt pressing the 1/4" open.