Rail Fence
07-16-2017, 06:48 AM
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I made a Rail Fence a long time ago without instructions and it turned out fine. I'd like to do another (after seeing this beauty) but I'd like to be refreshed on the measurements. I assume the strips are 2.5" but help me out from there, please.
07-16-2017, 11:14 AM
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Originally Posted by tranum
I made a Rail Fence a long time ago without instructions and it turned out fine. I'd like to do another (after seeing this beauty) but I'd like to be refreshed on the measurements. I assume the strips are 2.5" but help me out from there, please.
07-16-2017, 05:34 PM
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Originally Posted by QuiltnNan
my quilt is, indeed, 2.5" strips. cut 4 fabrics WOF and sew in strata. press all seams to the same direction. cut into 8.5 subcuts. finished block size is 8". repeat for # of blocks needed. the pattern shows best if the two outside colors are darker and the inside are lighter. HTH
07-18-2017, 10:50 AM
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Originally Posted by tranum
I am able to make a 60 x80 (approx) rail fence with 4 fabrics, each 1 yard? Can somebody confirm this? Thank you.
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