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    Old 09-01-2011, 06:30 PM
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    Did a couple practice blocks. Do most of you open the seams because of the bulk?
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    Old 09-01-2011, 06:33 PM
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    Yes, whenever I have bulk I always press open. I have a small clover iron that is just perfect for this.
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    Old 09-02-2011, 01:42 AM
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    if you are making traditional pinwheels with 4- 1/2 square triangle blocks- pressing toward the dark will nest the seams so your points are precise- there really shouldn't be any more bulk than any other pieced block- you stitch 2 together- press toward dark- stitch the other two- nest the seam which meets in the center- and you have perfect point in the center-
    some of the pinwheel variations where there are more seams to meet may be easier when pressed open- but that does make it more difficult to match the center...careful pinning would be required.
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    Old 09-02-2011, 04:24 AM
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    Yes, very often I press seams open. I guess it depends on my mood.
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