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kluedesigns 01-06-2010 12:05 AM

where did you get this pattern because i've never seen a piecing pattern that didn't include the 1/4 seam allowance in the cutting directions.

i've seen it for applique but never for piecing - is it a super old pattern made before the addition of a seam allowance began common practice.

i would just continue to make these size blocks since all the fabric is cut already.

then you can fill in with more log cabin blocks to reach the size you want or you can add other blocks in with them.

those log cabin blocks would make an awesome border around a center design like a star.

kwhite 01-06-2010 12:24 AM

I might be all wet here but I think you may have printed a paper piecing pattern and cut it all apart. Can you show us what you started with??

amma 01-06-2010 12:40 AM

If you continue on with these blocks, you can always add additional borders :D:D:D

Oklahoma Suzie 01-06-2010 02:29 AM


Originally Posted by littlehud
That pesky little quarter inch can get you every time. Show us a pic of your block anyway.

Yes that 1/4 in. is what did it.

Oklahoma Suzie 01-06-2010 02:30 AM


Originally Posted by Lostn51
I like it. Since you have all the strips cut I say go on and put some blocks together and lets see what it looks like!

Remember there are no rules in quilting, let your heart be your guide. :thumbup:

Billy

This is so true.

amma 01-06-2010 09:54 AM


Originally Posted by kwhite
I might be all wet here but I think you may have printed a paper piecing pattern and cut it all apart. Can you show us what you started with??

I never thought about that....

Twisted Quilter 01-06-2010 06:53 PM


Originally Posted by OdessaQuilts
i think you did a very admirable job on your first attempt. how big a piece did you want to end up with? not per block, but the whole quilt? lap size? bed size? that may determine whether or not you should just cut more strips and add to what you've got already. keep going and post more photos as your skills get better. we're impressed!

It was going to be a full size quilt.

Twisted Quilter 01-06-2010 06:57 PM


Originally Posted by Lostn51
I like it. Since you have all the strips cut I say go on and put some blocks together and lets see what it looks like!

Remember there are no rules in quilting, let your heart be your guide. :thumbup:

Billy

That's probably what I'll do. I corrected the center square which was off a tad, but the finished block is still about the same size. I'll try to get a few done tomorrow and post pictures. Miracles do happen!

amma 01-06-2010 06:59 PM

Yes they do :D:D:D
Now you can do an additional border, to bring it up to size, another design element to your quilt :wink: :D:D

Twisted Quilter 01-06-2010 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by kwhite
I might be all wet here but I think you may have printed a paper piecing pattern and cut it all apart. Can you show us what you started with??

You're right. It says paper pieced at the top, but I added 1/4" for seam allowance. Picture attached.


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