crafterrn1

I try to press to the Dark fabric. I also try to stack the seams. One block section up next one down to nest them. It really does make a difference. I do not force a seam to go the wrong way. I usually let the fabric decide. Luann

ameriguat

I do that with the 4 blocks so the seams match nicely.

Holice

I will not speculate since I don't know what the size is of each piece.. However on looking at the block I would think the problem is either in the cutting and piecing. If cut correctly then in piecing. It looks like the seams are inconsistent. When sewing different heaped together I have found the scant quarter seam is necessary for the triangles to match the squars.

coopah

That was smart to check online. I have had enough problems with Love of Quilting patterns that I no longer buy any of their products, because I don't want to deal with the difficulties. That's just my experience and I'm sure others love their patterns.

leighway

If you look closely at the triangle tips, there is inconsistency in the sizing which may call for re-piecing....who knows why some of these things don't work? It's just the nature of the beast!

Quilt Fan

Hello:
I have made two quilts with your star pattern. Ended up paper piecing the point blocks. One can trace as many blocks (with seam allowance and space between) on a piece of paper and copy them on a copier using paper for paper piecing. Worked for me. Good Luck.

sweetlummi

wow you must be good , if you think thing is not good other then the color throwing you off That looks really good to me just like what I would make I;m going to copy you block here and try it later .

kaelynangelfoot

I use spray starch when I press, it helps a lot to prevent bias stretch.

Gabrielle's Mimi

I teach the women in my Learn to Quilt classes what I learned from Harriet Hargrave, and it works, if you have patience and persistence. Measure and cut very carefully. After sewing each seam (with 40 wt thread), starch and press well at least twice. After each pressing, square up (really important). When the block is finished, starch and press, more than once if necessary. It is imperative that there are no little valleys in your seams; starching and pressing the living day lights out of it works ( be sure to PRESS, not iron, and do not stretch your fabric). Your block should feel like lightweight card stock. It's not what you want in your finished quilt, but it's very helpful during the piecing process. The starch will wash out. Good luck and let us know how it turns out.