Old 07-06-2014, 10:35 AM
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Prism99
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Her technique is not for everyone. I started a quilt with her directions and quit cutting when only partially done, as I just couldn't stand it anymore. Also disliked having to keep all the different log lengths separate from each other.

There is an Accuquilt log cabin die, and it cuts the pieces in 1.5" strips. There are some demo's of it on Youtube. I think it would still be tedious to use because of the difficulty in cutting only the particular logs you want out of each fabric.

If and when I decide I want to attempt another Judy Martin log cabin quilt, I will allow myself plenty of time for the cutting -- so I am doing it with large breaks while I work on another quilt. I will also find a better method of organizing the logs for storage.

One thing that might help (I haven't used it yet) is cutting strips and then sub-cutting using the new Guidesline4Quilting positioners: http://www.guidelines4quilting.com/U...ductorySpecial
I figure these would have at least helped me subcut correctly instead of making some cuts 1/4" or 1/2" off.
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