MFord

Hi! It seems that some people square up their blocks before sewing them together, and others just go ahead and sew them together and then just square up the whole quilt. I'm probably misunderstanding something - here's my question.

I have sixteen Hunter's Square blocks made. They were cut by an Accuquilt Go, and basically, all of pieces are on the bias. I don't know if that's how it normally comes out, but that's what I ended up with. So, I've gotten them pieced pretty well; most of the points are within a thread or two of where they ought to be. Now, what do I do with the blocks? They've been stretched a bit during the process, some are larger than others, and so on. I don't want to lose any points by trimming, so I feel that I just need to ease them all together to fit, which may involve more stretching.

I could starch them, then iron (forgot to mention it is batik, not pre-washed). Or I could dampen them and try to get them all the same size. Or use some kind of wash-out foundation.

I really need some help, as I have to get them all sewn and get three borders on before August 5th! They are going to be exhibited along with my classmates' quilts in our local Quilt Museum - I want it to be flat and at least neat-looking, if not show-worthy!

Thanks for your help!

Margaret Ford