10 Minute Block - Question about seams
#1
Do you cut the seam on the back of the window? In my sample that I made up using a 6 inch block , there is a lot of bulk where the seams intersect. I did a search on here, but didn't find this particular issue addressed. On the first sample , I did not cut it out and when I pressed it the iron made a mark where the bulk was. Second one I cut out the bulk and like the look much better. So what do you do on your ten minute block? :lol:
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Originally Posted by GreatStarter
No you don't normally cut it out. However I agree, there is alot of bulk due to the many fabrics. Anyone else have a better idea?
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#6
Originally Posted by amazon
Do you cut the seam on the back of the window? In my sample that I made up using a 6 inch block , there is a lot of bulk where the seams intersect. I did a search on here, but didn't find this particular issue addressed. On the first sample , I did not cut it out and when I pressed it the iron made a mark where the bulk was. Second one I cut out the bulk and like the look much better. So what do you do on your ten minute block? :lol:
See the bump on the last photo.
cut window
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front of cut out window
[ATTACH=CONFIG]215331[/ATTACH]
normal uncut back
[ATTACH=CONFIG]215332[/ATTACH]
normal front uncut
[ATTACH=CONFIG]215334[/ATTACH]
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I'm making 10 minute blocks right now, and have made many (at least 2 other whole quilts) before. I couldn't figure out what you mean. I looked at the back of mine, and I don't have any abnormal bulk, so I'm not sure what is different for you.
EDIT: In the above photo it looks like the center seam is all twisted. I make sure that my seams are pressed and all going in the appropriate direction. Maybe that is the difference.
EDIT: In the above photo it looks like the center seam is all twisted. I make sure that my seams are pressed and all going in the appropriate direction. Maybe that is the difference.
#8
Originally Posted by gaigai
I'm making 10 minute blocks right now, and have made many (at least 2 other whole quilts) before. I couldn't figure out what you mean. I looked at the back of mine, and I don't have any abnormal bulk, so I'm not sure what is different for you.
EDIT: In the above photo it looks like the center seam is all twisted. I make sure that my seams are pressed and all going in the appropriate direction. Maybe that is the difference.
EDIT: In the above photo it looks like the center seam is all twisted. I make sure that my seams are pressed and all going in the appropriate direction. Maybe that is the difference.
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Originally Posted by amazon
Thanks gaigai, I will try that, I just stitched up the sample really quick wasn't very precise on the seams. Love the block, love that it is so easy. I will take more time on the actual squares and press all of my seams open and try that. :thumbup:
I don't press my seams open on the 10 minute blocks, I press to the side. But I do press the seams open on OBW's, so this may help. Good luck.
#10
I've experienced the same issue with the bulk behind the cathedral window, and had wondered if i could just cut out the back, too. I have been ironing my seams to the side, and maybe ironing them open would have been better - ? Am thinking I might just cut some of the fabric in the back, though; it seemed to work for you. Thanks for opening up this discussion. :)
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