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charsuewilson 11-17-2014 03:53 PM

I would add a border or two to the block. I would audition a green and a tan/brown similar to those in this block. If you decide to go with 2 borders, I'd consider a small white border,

Dollyo 11-18-2014 06:34 AM


Originally Posted by PaperPrincess (Post 6972953)
I agree with this. You will never notice that one dimension is 1/4" different than the other.

I would notice (but, that's just me). The "Autumn Splendor" quilt that I did, had blocks that were not square. I averaged the difference and made my sashing strips that size. Stretching 1/8" will not change how the block lies.

kydeb 11-19-2014 05:21 AM

Exactly what I would do!!!


Originally Posted by ckcowl (Post 6972761)
Add 2" border all the way around then center 12 1/2" ruler & trim all the way around.


GailG 11-19-2014 05:45 AM


Originally Posted by ckcowl (Post 6972761)
Add 2" border all the way around then center 12 1/2" ruler & trim all the way around.

This is what I had to do to conform all of my blocks from a soft book panel used to make a baby quilt. I also like the idea given about the matching (or close to it) white borders to extend the blocks.

feline fanatic 11-19-2014 06:08 AM


Originally Posted by PaperPrincess (Post 6972953)
I agree with this. You will never notice that one dimension is 1/4" different than the other.


I also agree with PP and ckcowl. The human eye and brain loves symmetry. When viewing your brain will perceive the border to be the same size all the way around. 1/4" will never be noticed unless you take a ruler to it. Cute block panel.

EmiliasNana 11-19-2014 07:44 AM


Originally Posted by ckcowl (Post 6972761)
Add 2" border all the way around then center 12 1/2" ruler & trim all the way around.

That is exactly what I did on a "not square" printed panel for a baby quilt. Worked out great and you can hardly tell the sashing is slightly different on the sides.

BettyGee 11-19-2014 08:43 AM

I'd just add a generous border and then square up to 12.5, very cute block.

roserips 11-19-2014 12:44 PM

I like the wonky block idea or you could add to two sides and make it an attic windows so it looks like the cat is looking out at you.

oldtisme 11-19-2014 09:08 PM

I wish this topic had came up sooner but still happy with my purchase. I am making a quilt for middle daughter that has blocks from 10"-12", I purchased the book Setting Solutions by Sharon Craig to learn how to make them all fit into her quilt. I should have known to come to "The Board" for suggestions, but all in all it's a good book to have for reference.
Jeri


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