Originally Posted by
NJ Quilter
I press seams open all the time, regardless of directions and/or block type. Not a problem in the least. I think it makes any block lay flatter and ultimately easier to quilt, either by hand or machine. Don't fret - it will be fine.
I agree with NJ Quilter. It really doesn't make any difference. I press all my seams open now. I don't have to worry when I put the blocks together which way the seams are pressed. I think they lay flatter, too.