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11-27-2010, 03:34 PM

#21

Deb watkins

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bj

Same with me. I don't pin too much when piecing the block, but when joining blocks, rows, etc that have seams that need to match up, I definitely do. If I don't, I usually get to do some unsewing and resewing, which I HATE!

I am with you bj...same for me!

11-27-2010, 03:58 PM

#22

candi

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I pin any seams that need to be matched within the block and then when joining the blocks, adding sashing, borders, etc. Pretty much I stick a pin where I want to be sure that the seams match.

11-27-2010, 04:02 PM

#23

Flying_V_Goddess

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I always pin. If I don't things shift on me and then my edges don't line up straight and I have to take it apart.

11-27-2010, 04:06 PM

#24

Jingle

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I pin whenever I need too.

11-27-2010, 04:30 PM

#25

sidmona

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Usually when it involves matching seams I pin. That and when I do sashings and cornerstones.

11-27-2010, 06:54 PM

#26

lclang

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I pin at all intersections where I want the seams to match. Otherwise, I sometimes do and sometimes don't.

11-27-2010, 08:09 PM

#27

IBQUILTIN

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sometimes I pin A LOT, and sometimes I don't pin at all. Depends on the project and how well the seams need to match up

11-27-2010, 08:37 PM

#28

BMP

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I am probably the queen pinner, I guess it comes from my garment making days ....

11-27-2010, 08:53 PM

#29

LindaM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bj

I'd like to try the Elmer's glue trick, but I haven't gotten up the nerve. I bought some, but that is as far as I've gotten.(O:

Go for it - I love the precision you get with it - and no pricked fingers!
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11-27-2010, 09:04 PM

#30

fleurdelisquilts.com

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I rarely pin, but I've been sewing and quilting for at least 35 years. I do match the seams. Actually, I match the first seam crossing, and when the needle gets to the seam, I stop and match the next seam. I do this with every quilt and when I make clothing.