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Old 06-25-2012, 05:28 AM
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SandyQuilter
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The reason that seams are pressed to one side and not open is that the thread is protected from wear by the slight overlap of the top patch. Yes, clothing seams are opened, but you don't expect them to last the number of years that a good quilt will last.

Try pinning vertically on both sides of the seams that lay in the same direction, then stitch right up to the pin before removing.
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