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Old 09-18-2011, 01:36 PM
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StitchinJoy
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[quote=KrystynaThe math is a little complicated to follow but here goes
468 actual pieces
Plus Stressful Shrinkage Factor
Times emotional turmoil
Equals 196,000[/quote]

Odds are you won't make a whole quilt in class. Why not just cut half of the pieces you need for the top. That should be plenty.

I had a similar issue many years ago when I ironed instead of pressed 280 diamonds for this Star of Bethlehem. I stretched them into different shapes than they needed to be. I had to re-cut and I had to re-think and re-buy as well, because I didn't have enough of some of the fabrics. I never forgot the lesson.

We live and learn. Sometimes it's painful. Aarrgggh! But you'll be just fine. And so will your quilt! Please show us when you're done.

Tamara's star quilt
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