Advice needed, please
07-16-2018, 03:18 AM
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Originally Posted by zozee
Instead of drawing lines, I press my squares in half diagonally. Sometimes finger pressing is enough, depening on the thickness of the fabric. Then sew 1/4" down each side of the crease. Saves a lot of time.
07-16-2018, 11:11 AM
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I do not do it this way. I am MUCH more accurate if I cut the triangles first (Yes, oversized) and then sew a 1'4'
seam. I need to have a seam guide next to the presser foot in order to sew straight. Then I iron and trim. Different strokes for different folks. It seems most gals do the square method, but it's not for me.
seam. I need to have a seam guide next to the presser foot in order to sew straight. Then I iron and trim. Different strokes for different folks. It seems most gals do the square method, but it's not for me.
Originally Posted by NJ Quilter
When making HST's, I cut the squares to an even inch measurement - in your case, yes 7", place the two fabrics RS together. Draw a line diagonally in the center of the square and sew 1/4" on either side. Cut after sewing. This way you are not dealing with bias edges during the sewing. Usually need some trimming but find mine are more accurate this way.
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