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Old 10-26-2010, 09:53 AM
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I wonder if you girls would help a beginner out? I have a pattern that I would like to make. I need 65 rectangles cut and the measurement is 1 1/2 x 2 1/2 in . Should I allow 1/4 seam allowance also?
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Old 10-26-2010, 09:58 AM
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I learned the hard way on other projects, best to cut them bigger and trim them to size after sewing. The difference between 1/4" and scant 1/4", especially if it's not consistent will mess up all your hard work.

If you are following a pattern, look carefully at the instructions. Most, in general, will include the seam allowance. But like with all things, there are exceptions.

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What is the pattern?
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Old 10-26-2010, 10:06 AM
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Can you copy to here exactly what the instructions say to do? Or provide a link to the pattern? :D:D:D
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Old 10-26-2010, 10:47 AM
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it's called polka dot party from the book quilting with bits and pieces.
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I see a picture of Polka Dot Party about half way down this page:

http://www.softexpressions.com/softw...oks/4E1840.php

so I see the small rectangles, but I can't tell the finished size. It should say in your instructions what the finished size is so that you know if seam allowances have been included.

Wish I could be more helpful...

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usually patchwork patterns include the seam allowance, the seam allowances are sometimes left off for applique projects, not piecing projects.
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Old 10-26-2010, 02:51 PM
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The pattern should say.....
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Old 10-26-2010, 02:52 PM
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it really doesn't say just cut 65 1 1/2 x 2 1/2 inches. I guess I will have to make a sample pattern. Thanks anyway
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But it doesn's say anywhere that seam allowances are included? Or not included?
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