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Old 10-28-2010, 12:07 PM
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grannie cheechee
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Originally Posted by QuiltingGrannie
I used to iron just when the block was done and they were ready to put together to make the full quilt top. Then I started ironing more often. Now iron less again.

But I actually rarely pin anything! Unless the seam line-up tends to give me a LOT of trouble being even. I figure if I've cut it right and hold my fingers on the seams to be sewn and hold my head at the right angle.... lol
You forgot to keep your tongue in the right position. It depends on what your making, if you need to press after each seam I think. Different teachers different ideas. All a good learning experience.
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