The original blocks were each 6 1/2". The narrow strips were cut 1" from the center seam.... the wider strips were cut 1 1/2" from center seam. I ended up going with the wider strips as my sister likes very traditional patterns. Here's the latest pic from another thread. I may go back to the original placement though. I'll play with that when I get all the blocks done. Thanks everyone![ATTACH=CONFIG]443040[/ATTACH]