How do you cut logs for a log cabin and not lose your mind??
07-08-2014, 11:02 AM
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I would draw the pattern on grid paper then mark each position with a number on one side and a letter on the opposite side. Then I would take post-its and mark each corresponding stack with the number or letter. That way you can lay them out in order and sew them in strip-style, one stack at a time.
As for losing my mind - did that a long time ago. lol
As for losing my mind - did that a long time ago. lol
07-08-2014, 06:12 PM
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07-09-2014, 05:53 AM
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I made mine using Eleanor Burns book. It was a while ago but I think I completed each block at a time then set them in the "courthouse step" pattern. Hubby helped pick out the colours. I hand quilted it for my daughter which took a couple of years more. It turned out beautiful and she love it. I always lose my mind and my back always gets to going too.
I keep my Advil handy and live in my own little world most of the time when I'm working on a quilt
I keep my Advil handy and live in my own little world most of the time when I'm working on a quilt
07-09-2014, 06:17 AM
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My mind is already gone so not a problem. When I did a Judy Martin log cabin which I absolutely love by the way...I used a Tupperware sort of silverware drawer, stacked my pieces and labeled the top of each stack. I also did the smallest size top too instead of a bedsize quilt.
07-09-2014, 06:52 AM
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I swore I wouldn't make another log cabin quilt until I made a strip holder. A big square with compartments made to look like the log cabin block. Each compartment would hold the strips for that spot in the block. It would be easy to make with cardboard and a stapler. I need to get that done.
07-09-2014, 07:58 AM
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What a great discussion!
Onebyone--I like your strip holder idea--especially for my mini blocks.
OBTW-my avatar is a mini log cabin made with 3/4" widths and donated to AAQI a couple of years ago.
Onebyone--I like your strip holder idea--especially for my mini blocks.
OBTW-my avatar is a mini log cabin made with 3/4" widths and donated to AAQI a couple of years ago.
07-09-2014, 09:56 AM
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I need a visual .... 
Any links or web sites that would show what you are describing?
Any links or web sites that would show what you are describing?I would never use that method! You are a saint to work that hard. I made a log cabin by cutting my strips WOF, then putting the different bags according to color. I cut all my center squares, then started sewing strips to the squares. I cut them apart, then sewed the next strip. It was sort of assembly line and went real fast. I loved making it. I also used 2.5 inch strips. It made a large quilt. Good luck to you. You will be proud of it when you are finished.
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