Pattern help please
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I have drawn the attached pattern on graph paper (finished block sizes) but after cutting the fabric and laying it out, something doesn't look right. Doesn't appear lined up correctly... maybe I am not square? I have only been quilting for a year and typically don't make my own patterns. Did I draw the pattern wrong? Maybe it was my cutting assumptions? Can someone help me to know where I went wrong.
Cutting wise, I added the standard 1/2 inch so I could have 1/4 in seams. Thus, finished blocks indicating 2 x 2 would be 2.5 x 2.5 cutting wise. Same for the strips 1 x 10 finished strip would be 1.5 x 10.5 current wise. Same throughout the pattern. Goal was a stacked square baby quilt. |
Your measurements look fine to me. When pieces are laid out it will look out of proportion, but if you have cut each piece the correct size, all will fall into place when sewn together. I would begin sewing at the middle, then you can measure each section as you go. Looking forward to showing us when done.
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Sometimes when we lay out stuff it looks a bit funky. Weird stuff happens with that disappearing seam allowance. So double check your cut sizes that you included the seam allowance and go ahead and start putting segments like you indicate with the dotted lines.
I think you are going to come out just fine and good for you for graphing it out! |
You have extra seam allowances that will come out of your rows. One row has fewer seams than the next. When you get them all stitched you should be fine
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You might want to check your 1/4" seam. This pattern has a lot of pieces and
if you are slightly off in your seam allowance the blocks won't match. Here's how to check your 1/4" seam. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvmX8hBbgug |
I was looking at the pattern and did not see the 1/4" seam allowance on each of the pieces. This could effect the finished quilt size. Best of luck it looks like a beautiful pattern.
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Originally Posted by juliasb
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I was looking at the pattern and did not see the 1/4" seam allowance on each of the pieces. This could effect the finished quilt size. Best of luck it looks like a beautiful pattern.
AJMOM, I think you will be fine, I agree with the others, the raw pieces laid out won't match up because the seam allowances are throwing it off. This is a good thing, this means you cut them correctly. Be sure to post progress pictures, I can't wait to see how it looks! https://cdn.quiltingboard.com/images/smilies/boy.gif |
Thank you all
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Thank you all for your kind words of encouragement, they boosted my confidence and I am happy to report the quilt pieced together just fine. Looking forward to finishing it in time for my grandson’s arrival in July.
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Just darling. Great job on your design and assembly. 👍
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Just adorable!! Nice job.
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Cute quilt. You did a great job figuring out your own pattern.
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Thank you so much for sharing that, it came out lovely!
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That turned out too cute. Great job
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Your quilt turned out so adorable. You are very creative and talented. Thanks for sharing your wonderful workmanship
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Wow, great job!! See, we knew you could do it. https://cdn.quiltingboard.com/images/smilies/smile.png Lovely quilt!
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nicely done!
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Just looking at the last two rows: the bottom row of 6inch pieces comes out to 30 inches. The next row up totals 21 inches plus the two 4inch patches, which is 29 inches total. I did not check the other parts for total inches.
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Originally Posted by RuthiesRetreat3
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Just looking at the last two rows: the bottom row of 6inch pieces comes out to 30 inches. The next row up totals 21 inches plus the two 4inch patches, which is 29 inches total.
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Cute quilt for the little one!
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