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    Old 04-20-2015, 09:23 AM
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    There are also Bloc-loc acrylic templates for cutting and then a template for use after sewing the pieces to square the blocks up. I have just finished 382 4" blocks with little frustration. They have templates in various sizes.
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    Old 04-20-2015, 11:20 AM
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    Originally Posted by LindaR
    I used templates that you could cut your pieces with a rotary cutter....marked a 1/4" line and hand sewed....lots of prep work but well worth it
    awesome ,awesome
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    Old 04-20-2015, 03:51 PM
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    I used a ruler called an Easy Circle Cut by Sharon Hultgren with slots in it for the correct size. Used with a small rotary cutter, it was a perfect solution. I cut more accurately with slots to guide my cutter.
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    Old 04-20-2015, 03:56 PM
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    I love the drunkard path and am making one now. I hand piece mine. I find it very relaxing.I mark my pattern off on a piece of poster board or cereal box or any other card board that is thin, yet sturdy. I cut out the template and begin marking my pieces. Usually I con my DH into cutting them for me. But, he doesn't mind. Its a good job to have while watching tv. While he is cutting, I beginning sewing. You just start at one side and work your way around. No pulling or stretching and it generally comes out just fine.
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    Old 04-22-2015, 11:49 AM
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    Elise' Backporch Designs has various sizes. I have a set with the block finishing at 8" and also a set with block finishing at 7-1/2". The larger blocks are easy to sew. I usually cut a tiny notch in the center of each piece, pin that point and sew. Since I do a lot of charity quilts I can do many blocks quickly.
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    Old 04-23-2015, 02:50 AM
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    Originally Posted by nativetexan
    http://backporchdesign.danemcoweb.co.../rulers-tools/ has great acrylic templates. two pieces, not just one as some do.
    I have these templates and LOVE them
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    Old 04-23-2015, 03:26 AM
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    Originally Posted by teddy300
    There are also Bloc-loc acrylic templates for cutting and then a template for use after sewing the pieces to square the blocks up. I have just finished 382 4" blocks with little frustration. They have templates in various sizes.
    I am about to make one using the Bloc-loc 6" template. You can get a perfect block at every curve...love their stuff!!!! Also, the curvemaster foot helps if you are nervous about easing it to fit! They adapt to about any machine.
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