Paper Piecers: a cry for help!
01-06-2011, 05:50 AM
#71
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One thing you do need to be careful of is, if you are using a directional print, like stripes, is that the stripes will be parallel to the left seam and might not look right in the finished block. If I've wanted the stripes to be centered on my triangle, I've had to fussy cut a piece that's way larger than what I'd need if I just cut a strip for that shape.
01-06-2011, 08:15 AM
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If you are going to repeat this block many times, I would take the time to make a template from freezer paper for each piece. You can reduce waste that way. Don't forget to add seam allowances and use a light box to reverse pattern.
01-06-2011, 08:42 AM
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You are doing great and I do mean that but............
WARNING; WARNING PP is totally addictive, now how would I know :mrgreen:
If you don't like waste, like me :lol: for less than a $ treat youself to one of these crazy quilt pattern blocks http://www.equiltpatterns.com/advanc...74faa1&x=0&y=0
I bought this one http://www.equiltpatterns.com/quiltp...roducts_id=542 and my class made a couple of dozen of them as Christmas place-mats, they came out lovely. I am going to buy the other 3 at they were just so useful for using up odd scraps :thumbup:
WARNING; WARNING PP is totally addictive, now how would I know :mrgreen:
If you don't like waste, like me :lol: for less than a $ treat youself to one of these crazy quilt pattern blocks http://www.equiltpatterns.com/advanc...74faa1&x=0&y=0
I bought this one http://www.equiltpatterns.com/quiltp...roducts_id=542 and my class made a couple of dozen of them as Christmas place-mats, they came out lovely. I am going to buy the other 3 at they were just so useful for using up odd scraps :thumbup:
01-06-2011, 08:54 AM
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[quote=mommamac]
This is what I find most useful - only I prefold one line at a time - the line I will be sewing on next. I put my new piece 1/4" above that line which is in fact the seam line - then I flip it to right side to see if all area is covered before I sew.
I have tried prefolding, it makes it easier.
Also, we don't like to cut too big - its a wasteful thing.
Let yourself waste more while learning this process.
Keep at it though.
Originally Posted by scowlkat Also I prefold all my paper before starting to paper piece. It takes some time but is so worth it. That way you can actually fold the paper back to see if your fabric will extend far enough past the ends of the piece you are adding and allow you to adjust before stitching.[/quote
This is what I find most useful - only I prefold one line at a time - the line I will be sewing on next. I put my new piece 1/4" above that line which is in fact the seam line - then I flip it to right side to see if all area is covered before I sew.
I have tried prefolding, it makes it easier.
Also, we don't like to cut too big - its a wasteful thing.
Let yourself waste more while learning this process.
Keep at it though.
01-06-2011, 08:55 AM
#77
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Originally Posted by Conniequilts
I GOT IT!
I used a lot of the advice given to me here and in pm's and ladies, I got it!
Thank you all so much: your advice, support & confidence is much appreciated :)
I used a lot of the advice given to me here and in pm's and ladies, I got it!
Thank you all so much: your advice, support & confidence is much appreciated :)
Keep up the wonderful work!
01-06-2011, 09:41 AM
#78
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I wonder if anyone has gotten divorced because of quilting! :)
I am definitely hitting that site up and getting all of the "crazy" patterns.
Thank you bunches!
I am definitely hitting that site up and getting all of the "crazy" patterns.
Thank you bunches!
Originally Posted by QultingaddictUK
You are doing great and I do mean that but............
WARNING; WARNING PP is totally addictive, now how would I know :mrgreen:
If you don't like waste, like me :lol: for less than a $ treat youself to one of these crazy quilt pattern blocks http://www.equiltpatterns.com/advanc...74faa1&x=0&y=0
I bought this one http://www.equiltpatterns.com/quiltp...roducts_id=542 and my class made a couple of dozen of them as Christmas place-mats, they came out lovely. I am going to buy the other 3 at they were just so useful for using up odd scraps :thumbup:
WARNING; WARNING PP is totally addictive, now how would I know :mrgreen:
If you don't like waste, like me :lol: for less than a $ treat youself to one of these crazy quilt pattern blocks http://www.equiltpatterns.com/advanc...74faa1&x=0&y=0
I bought this one http://www.equiltpatterns.com/quiltp...roducts_id=542 and my class made a couple of dozen of them as Christmas place-mats, they came out lovely. I am going to buy the other 3 at they were just so useful for using up odd scraps :thumbup:
01-06-2011, 03:19 PM
#79
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Originally Posted by Betty Lee
You might like to view the Paper Piecing step by step
tutorial. Its www.overallquilters.com Video 16-17-18.
I found this very helpful. (also on You Tube)
Betty Lee
tutorial. Its www.overallquilters.com Video 16-17-18.
I found this very helpful. (also on You Tube)
Betty Lee
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