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I have done log cabins like crazy quilt patterns. Just cut as I go. Kept my color strips in order by cutting 2-2 1/2 inch strips.
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Originally Posted by Quiltngolfer
(Post 6788693)
I would never use that method! You are a saint to work that hard. I made a log cabin by cutting my strips WOF, then putting the different bags according to color. I cut all my center squares, then started sewing strips to the squares. I cut them apart, then sewed the next strip. It was sort of assembly line and went real fast. I loved making it. I also used 2.5 inch strips. It made a large quilt. Good luck to you. You will be proud of it when you are finished.
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Originally Posted by Onebyone
(Post 6788760)
I use the Go Log Cabin die. Worth it's weight. When I have scraps that fit any of the log lengths, I cut the logs and sort by color and size. Perfect for string piecing too.
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I use the 1 1/2 " die in my accu-go, works good.
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where did you find this method of cutting the logs in strips? It sounds so much easier.
Originally Posted by nanna-up-north
(Post 6788676)
I don't cut logs. I sew together long strips to start. Then I cut the strips down to the width for the 1st 2 pieces. Then I add the next color......a long strip with the cut pieces sewn one after another onto that strip. Then I trim them to size and cut the next strip to sew those to. I go on and on..... so much easier.... just keep your colors straight (I usually make one block for a sample). I made a log cabin quilt, queen size, in a week using this method. I can't imagine cutting tons of logs.... that would drive me crazy.
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honeybee, that is a technique that Eleanor Burns made popular. I haven't watched it, but her video on the log cabin probably demonstrates the method: http://www.quiltinaday.com/television/
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honeybee_2000: I plan to use that method for a log cabin I want to make where I am doing a rainbow effect of colors and will use the same fabric for the same log in a group of blocks. The downside to this method is that you don't get much variety in how your blocks look because the same fabric will be in the same place for a number of blocks. That works for some log cabins (like the rainbow one I want to make) but not the ones where you want fabrics and colors really scattered.
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I don't know the answer but maybe I can help with the backache. I finally relieved my aching back by putting bed raisers under my table legs, they come in different heights so you can adjust the table to your satisfaction, never had a back ache again, well when cutting fabric that is.
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Originally Posted by nanna-up-north
(Post 6788676)
I don't cut logs. I sew together long strips to start. Then I cut the strips down to the width for the 1st 2 pieces. Then I add the next color......a long strip with the cut pieces sewn one after another onto that strip. Then I trim them to size and cut the next strip to sew those to. I go on and on..... so much easier.... just keep your colors straight (I usually make one block for a sample). I made a log cabin quilt, queen size, in a week using this method. I can't imagine cutting tons of logs.... that would drive me crazy.
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Originally Posted by nanna-up-north
(Post 6788676)
I don't cut logs. I sew together long strips to start. Then I cut the strips down to the width for the 1st 2 pieces. Then I add the next color......a long strip with the cut pieces sewn one after another onto that strip. Then I trim them to size and cut the next strip to sew those to. I go on and on..... so much easier.... just keep your colors straight (I usually make one block for a sample). I made a log cabin quilt, queen size, in a week using this method. I can't imagine cutting tons of logs.... that would drive me crazy.
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