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Gerbie 04-28-2014 11:13 PM

I'm not sure if I am viewing this correctly, but from what I see it looks to me like the first two images on the left on the top row are not in line with the rest on that row. Those two seem to be higher on their left side than the rest of the blocks in that row. Also the first block on the second row seems to be closer to the edge than any of the other blocks on the left edge in each row. Maybe it is just how the picture is and perhaps at a wonky angle, or is it just me. I just love your pattern of this quilt. Hopefully you can get your problem corrected. I'm anxious to se the finished product, please be sure to share.

Gerbie 04-28-2014 11:29 PM

Gee, I know I am needing new glasses, but I must really be blind. lol. After looking at each row and the picture several times, I finally see what you must be talking about- this was difficult to see with the white behind the quilt top. The bottom row is just a tad shorter on the side than the rest of the rows. I agree with Dunster, measure that row and see if it measures the same as the others.

StephyH2 04-29-2014 01:06 AM

Can't see the problem either! However, before unpicking, Ihave heard that small differences can be sorted by 'blocking' a quilt. Never tried it but read about it on Leah Day's site, the brilliant FMQ lady. She has heaps of tips like that.

abdconsultant 04-29-2014 03:55 AM


Originally Posted by DebraK (Post 6694924)
hard to see, but I think a little strip of white fabric at the end of the bottom row solves the immediate problem.

Ditto...........

cookiemonster 04-29-2014 04:07 AM

Can't see what's wrong and I have reading glasses on.. Looks fine!

redpurselady 04-29-2014 06:20 AM

I agree with Dunster - I have done this many many times. Place the slightly longer side on the bottom when sewing. The feed dogs tend to gather that side slightly.

ManiacQuilter2 04-29-2014 06:50 AM


Originally Posted by quiltmom04 (Post 6694539)
No you don't! I still don't know what you're talking about. Finish it up and donate it if you don't like it anymore, but you will totally hate it if you have to rip it apart and compromise the fabric.

I agree. I would NOT rip it all apart. Just finish it up and donate it. A friend has given me the name of an organization that distributes quilts to those in need in America that have survived Mother Nature's wrath. After those tornadoes ripped thru the south, I have got to get some quilt tops off to them. PM me and I will try and find the info.

tetcha 04-29-2014 08:47 AM

Looks good to me!

MarleneC 04-29-2014 08:51 AM

I do love all the fabrics you are using. Sure hope you find an easy solution.

BettyGee 04-29-2014 04:38 PM

Like Rodney I don't see a problem. Love the colors and the dimensional effect.


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