how accurate is "accurate enough" ?
#11
Sometimes my best intentions are to be accurate in my block sizes. But I allow myself some leeway. If it measures to within an 1/8" larger or smaller I am good with that.
I try and remember nothing is to be made perfect. To do so is comparing yourself to the creator.
I try and remember nothing is to be made perfect. To do so is comparing yourself to the creator.
#13
I don't worry so much about the final measurement most of the time. I just square them up to the size of the smallest block. If my seams are a tad over and the block comes out a bit smaller, I just make up the difference with the borders if I need it to be a certain size when finished. That is one reason I seldom cut the borders when I cut the blocks out. Just in case I decide to adjust it a bit. No matter how perfect you cut, the variance in the fabric can affect the size too. Some fabrics have more give to them.
#15
I am the worst person to talk about accuracy! BUT, as important as accuracy is, the most important is to be consistent. If you consistently sew a 1/4" or 5/8" or whatever, all your pieces are going to fit perfectly. Pick a measurement, whatever it is, edge of your sewing foot for example, and stick with it. The only time this does not work is in a group project. Good luck.
#17
Sometimes my best intentions are to be accurate in my block sizes. But I allow myself some leeway. If it measures to within an 1/8" larger or smaller I am good with that.
I try and remember nothing is to be made perfect. To do so is comparing yourself to the creator.
I try and remember nothing is to be made perfect. To do so is comparing yourself to the creator.
#19
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1. Quilting should be fun! 2. Nobody who gets a quilt from me,comments on the points as they snuggle under the quilt. 3. You can look at my quilting from 20 feet,for 20 seconds,with no glasses on!LOL. My quilting isn't perfect,but it's not too bad,and I'm not a competitive quilter.
#20
I like Francie's answer. QUILTING SHOULD BE FUN !!!!! so don't worry about an exact measurement. I don't use a 1/4 " measurement, I use the edge of the pressure foot. That way I am consistent in the quilt and I square off with my rotary cutter anything that's off. The only time this would be an issue is if you were working on a group project, but wait....not all of their's are 1/4" either.
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