Originally Posted by penny doty
I read one pattren that said start with 8 1/2 sew 1/4 seam sqare it to 8 inches when done sewing, I dont know if this helps, Im new to and havent started quilting yet. Penny
When you square it to be 8", that means it is only 7 1/2" finished and wouldn't work if your alternate square is 8" finished.