Originally Posted by
beach quilter
I make one complete block, usually before cutting the rest of the pieces, then chain piece. Making the block first serves as a pattern, makes sure I am cutting correctly, and allows me to figure out pressing and sewing order
I do this as well, I like to se the completed block. I usually chain pieces that I can, afterwards. Blocks together, then rows together. I have a large design wall, so I can lay out the entire quilt before sewing the blocks/rows together. Sometimes I change the layout!