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Originally Posted by YukonViv (Post 6484043)

I enjoy y seams! I just go slow and as I come up to the dot I gauge whether my current stitch length will land me on the dot. If I think I am going to be off I lower my stitch length to ensure I land on the dot. Then pivot and keep sewing.

I didn't go into it thinking it was a scary thing, I was shown early on by my quilt instructor when learning a lonestar and as she didn't make a big deal out of it, I didn't stress and it came out perfectly.

So just relax, take your time and do it. Have fun!

I agree with Yukon Viv. I didn't know Y-seams were supposed to be difficult, so I approached them as just another kind of seam to do. I have no problems with them, and no anxiety either! I think the poor Y-seam is getting a bum rap. IMHO.

Please check out this ruler, and video, I think you all need one of these! It is more than reasonable - I do not have any affiliation with this company, but very impressed with mine. I think it is under $5, if my memory serves me right.....???

http://www.craftybev.com/videopage.html

Ruler has dots (holes) for marking your "Y" seams, as well as 5 other useful items.