My Aunt Irene *My World's Smartest Quilter* gave me the link to this site and I have been secretly devouring all the delicious tips and tricks! I have been piecing and sewing for many moons - about 40 years if you count making my own Barbi clothes - but after a couple of weeks of reading through what I don't know, I realize I am just a beginner. I will hang up now and listen to your answer.