Originally Posted by
Prism99
I usually add 1" to the measurements. So, if I want a cut size of 8.5x10, I would initially cut my squares 9.5x11. If you don't have enough fabric to do that, add as much as you can.
That is what I do also -- before doing your applique be sure to mark the center of each side -- you can do that by basting a line for an inch on each side. Then when it comes time to square up your block you know where the center should be. Hope that makes sense.