Always skip the 7/8th measurement..
just cut a full inch up, and then square it to what it should be. good luck!

This is what I do and my seam ripper and I have spent a lot less time together! :lol:

I've had the same issues as you and using 4in rather than 3 7/8" works so much better and they now actually turn out the size I want them to be! Good luck!

MNQuilter:

I see you are from Minnesota and your avatar pic definitely looks like a MN lake. What region or are of MN are you from? I was born in Cook.

I'm from the metro area. The picture is actually the St Croix river. You are looking at Wisconsin in the picture! Absolutely beautiful area! :D

Check your quarter inch seam. 2 7/8 inch squares make 2 inch finished half-square triangles... if not... your 1/4 inch seam is likely the culprit.

If you still need the pattern, go to http://www.quilterscache.com/B/BearPawBlock.html

This is just the pattern page. You can find it under "Quilter's Cache" or just "Quilts Galore". I love this site for design ideas.

What great information