Originally Posted by amma
There is another method where you sew the 2 squares of fabric together around all 4 edges and then cut the sewn blocks into 1/2 squares. I know I just watched the video but can't remember where now :roll: :oops: Maybe the Missouri Quilt Co?
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Wow, lots of cool links here thanks everyone, we sure learn together
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the method I use depends on how many of the same color combination I'm making. For just a few I do the two-square stitched twice process and for making a lot I use a computer program which allows me to print out paper with stitching lines for the number and size of finished square I want..I print up as many sheets of paper as I need to do the job. I've used Thangles (a different brand from Triangles on a Roll) and they work fine, but I prefer to print my own -
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I do it the old fashioned way, I mark out the squares and draw the diagonal lines on the back of the light fabric, using up to 1/2 yard of both colors, sit down and sew the diagonals, cut on the squares, press trim and then I have about 70 or so all made up. Squaring is the worst for me, standing at that table makes my back stiff.
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Originally Posted by amma
There is another method where you sew the 2 squares of fabric together around all 4 edges and then cut the sewn blocks into 1/2 squares. I know I just watched the video but can't remember where now :roll: :oops: Maybe the Missouri Quilt Co?
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Originally Posted by Barb130
Originally Posted by amma
There is another method where you sew the 2 squares of fabric together around all 4 edges and then cut the sewn blocks into 1/2 squares. I know I just watched the video but can't remember where now :roll: :oops: Maybe the Missouri Quilt Co?
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Another line down the middle and stitch 1/4" on either side, cut and press here.
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i do the two seams down the middle. Also, find that when I cut the initial squares a little larger and then recut to size that it goes better for me. It is difficult to get the exact 1/4" seam if the initial square is cut exact (4 7/8" for instance)
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Great links. Thanks everyone. There are always alot of ways of doing everything its just the one you like best. :thumbup:
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I am doing a pattern now that doesnt tell you what the final size should be just what to cut them, could you tell me what i should square up to if i cut them 3 and 1/4, thanks
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