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Originally Posted by Jingle
(Post 5085900)
I use to cut borders LOF, decided I couldn't see a difference. Now I cut WOF.
2-1/2" strips could be cut either way, doubt you will be able to tell, unless there is a one way design. I really don't pay any attention to the grain when making quilts. Uh oh, better run..."here comes the fuzz..." (quilt fuzz/police) LOL. I just couldn't resist. Carry on... |
"Railroading" the fabric is great as long as you don't need to "fudge" any place. There isn't as much give to the weave in that direction, so as long as you keep that in mind, and if you do that 1600 Race pattern it wouldn't matter.
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It will be just fine to cut LOF. It is less likely to stretch when it is cut that way. WOF is a bit more stretchy and therefore can cause problems if you're not careful. So go ahead - you'll have great strips! :-)
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Originally Posted by Dandish
(Post 5086059)
Uh oh, better run..."here comes the fuzz..." (quilt fuzz/police) LOL. I just couldn't resist. Carry on...
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Either way is fine. The precuts are WOF, but I also tend to cut borders LOF, if possible (less sewing), and as someone else, depending on the print.
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I cut my fabric LOF and WOF depending on my left overs.
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Originally Posted by jcrow
(Post 5085404)
I never thought of that. It is a really good idea especially if the fabric is stronger that way. I'm going to have to try it next time I need strips.
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Originally Posted by SunlitenSmiles
(Post 5088664)
I know were the Quilt Fuzz is....hiding in bobbin area and under the needle plate !!!!!!!
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I have a questions about these strips that you buy on a jelly roll. Could you sew 5 or 6 together, then cut on the 45 degree angle and fit them together to make a lone star block? My mind says it can work but I can't figure out how to make it reality. I want to make a lone star quilt but I am intimidated by the bias etc.
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You'll get less stretch that way, so it's the best way to go.
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