Originally Posted by
BellaBoo
I always square up the sewn pieces of the block before sewing the block and then square the block. I want my blocks to match up perfectly. I have learned if I have to ease or stretch blocks to fit, it never turns out to any good.
I could NOT have said it any better. I like making my blocks a bit bigger like EB does. I love to be able to trim it down after giving the final pressing. I have seen too many quilt tops that won't lay flat!!