miss_ticky2

I don't think she meant that we hold the ENDS of the fabric...but probably a comfortable distance from the machine. And then reposition as we go...right hand on the bottom fabric and left hand on the top fabric and line them up as you go.

carolaug

I use elmers glue stick when I want my quilt to be perfect...but mostly I do not pin or glue and it looks fine...but there are times when I wish I took the time and did.

Teacup

I don't think I've ever held my strips like this. I'm going to try it. Thanks for sharing!

MadP

I pin also.

lillybeck

She said hold the fabric not pull on it. I am bad about pulling it too taute. I will try it this way

duckydo

That is a great tip, I will try it next time I have long strips to sew, because if you are too speedy you can lose your accuracy. Thanks

Silver Needle

I prefer to cut strips from the lengthwise grain whenever possible and work with shorter lengths that are divisible be the size of blocks I need, usually around 20". I still pin a few places to make sure things are straight. When working with crosswise grain I usually cut the strip in half. This is just what is easiest for me. Possibly a hold over from years of garment sewing.

kellen46

This is a technique used in industrial sewing. They do not use a walking foot, just this simple manipulation of fabric. I saw it done once and have ever since used it on all seams over six inches in length. Stretching is not a issue.

carolynjo

You could always use your walking foot which is designed to keep the fabrics together and they will come out even at the end of a long strip.

Geri B

I agree with above......no stretch, just gently hold and guide the fabric and I find not going 90 mpr on the speed dial certainly helps with accuracy......saves on using glue???......