I also like to cut each piece to the proper length before sewing it to the block. I found that strip piecing actually took longer for me, and my block was not as accurate. I also try to check my block after each round.

So good to hear that other quilters have the same problem as mine. I trim as I go. Also, I make my last strips a little wider so even if the block is a little wonky, it will be square. Good Luck and just enjoy making the top !!

I have done both ways and like them both but cutting all strips first will give you a better chance to make all blocks the same size . But if you are the Queen of easing in as I am then there is no problem either way. I will have to agree with the earlier post that it is great to know you have enough fabric before you start sewing:)

I just finished the Labyrinth Walk quilt top, and found that if I cut as accurately as I could, and eased if I needed to, that my blocks came out just about perfect. It is basically a log cabin block, first I've done, and I feel like I really learned something in the process. I'll post a picture when I can get a little help - it's huge!

For a traditional log cabin I cut each piece to length. I learned from Judy Martin's log cabin book. I find that the pre-cut pieces help me keep the block from getting out of square.

I have made several and tried both ways it was easier to keep the blocks the right size and not wonky by cutting the strips to length.

Has anyone tried paper piecing the block. I have heard that is the way to get perfect blocks. I haven't tried that yet but a log cabin quilt is planned for later this year. Still deciding who will get it then will pick the colors. I have decided that the center block for me will be all the same, just not sure of color choice yet.

mine are never perfect so all mine are Wonky Log Cabins..lol

i like the log cabin because it takes all that finicky work and throws it out the window. i have only made two log cabins - and one was an intentionally wonky picnic blanket, but i love the way the pattern just eats what in other works are mistakes.

now, if i was going to make a planned log cabin where all the fabrics were matched i might be more concerned. but there's a freedom in this tradition that allows the quiltmaker to let loose and just sew for pure pleasure, knowing it will all turn out :)

aileen

Because I don't always have 100% perfect seams and I do try my best to do so and for the most part my seams are good, but I tend to square up my block after each additional strip is added, that is what works for me.