Corner triangles won't line up
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Yes, I was matching the edges. I know better now. Thanks.
Originally Posted by krafty14
That corner is where you need to place the straight pin, and then the two securing pins.
I think when you do this, make sure that the pin is 1/4 inch in on the slanted seam and match up at 1/4 in in on the straight seam. Maybe you are matching up the edges of the fabric where the seams meet instead of at the seam allowance. Ann
I think when you do this, make sure that the pin is 1/4 inch in on the slanted seam and match up at 1/4 in in on the straight seam. Maybe you are matching up the edges of the fabric where the seams meet instead of at the seam allowance. Ann
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Originally Posted by Dolphyngyrl
When making your blocks do you square them up before you attach them together.
#35
somtimes if you sink your needle into the actual spot where the pieces must meet and then sew outward from there first in one direction and then the other...you can convince the fabric to do your will
#37
SunlitenSmiles--what a good idea!! I have had a similar problem with a top that I am working on. I finally got it right but my seam ripper was smoking! I will try your idea next time. Thank you! Oh and Slhager, your colour choices are lovely. It will be a beautiful top--honest!!
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From what I see you need to unpick down to just past the triangle piece, then start sewing from the TOP edge, then you will find that the corner should be right... but pin the top piece, then pin the triangle piece to where it should be... then sew.
#40
I would rip it and sew a very scant 1/4 seam. The more seams in a block, the greater chance of it not fitting together correctly...ask me how I know. I bet your seams are not all 1/4" or that is usually what happens when I have issues.
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