Question about a string/strip quilt
#11
I make all my string quilts on paper. I leave the paper in until the blocks are sewn together. I then remove only the papers from the joining seams. (I leave the rest of the paper on until the top is completely sewn together). Hope this makes sense to you. I like the stability the paper gives. Also when you remove the paper from the joining seams, it helps the seams lay flat when you press them.
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Paper is a pain.. Ive been there, done that and hates the lil bits everywhere.. I buy super cheap thin, flimsy muslin or neutral cotton fabric.. it is soooooooooooooooooo much cleaner but it does add a tiny bit of weight.. but for less than 99 cents a yard ill take that over hours of tearing away paper..
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After sewing the strips on the paper I trim the block 1/4" wider on all sides. For example, if the paper squares are 10", I trim the block 10.5" with the paper centered leaving 1/4" on each side. This way when I sew the block together the paper isn't in the seam allowance and it is easier to remove later.
#19
Same with me. Keep stitch length short throughout piecing whole thing to make paper removal easier.
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