Seems like we're all on the same page here! I'm another in the thinking one thread of fabric camp and also of the camp of 'are they nuts!' with that concept. I'm also of the belief that consistency of ALL of your seams is far more important than the 'true' or 'scant' measurement. As long as you are consistent, then everything will match up correctly. I guess if you're entering judged shows it makes a difference. I'm definitely NOT in that camp!