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    Old 03-27-2016, 06:48 PM
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    I agree with Dunster...if they are stretchy - which is likely the case due to the bias edges - toss them in the scrap bin and use them for a paper piecing project.
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    Old 03-28-2016, 04:26 AM
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    Another great learning opportunitie!
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    Old 03-28-2016, 06:38 AM
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    Thanks Dunster! I made a quilt years ago with a triangle border and had a terrible time trying to figure it out. Haven't made one since but might try it again using the link you provided. I really do like the look when bordered on both sides with regular borders.
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    Old 03-28-2016, 07:22 PM
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    Originally Posted by dunster
    Only you can make that decision. But if the edges are stretched, I would toss them.
    If the edges were stretched, I would wet them down with a spray bottle and smooth and press the edges. If that doesn't work, then toss.
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    Old 03-28-2016, 08:40 PM
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    Originally Posted by Watson
    It works!
    Now, do I pick apart all the ones I did that are no good or just toss them in the scrap bin?

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    Instead of tossing them, why not find a small square ruler that fits inside the pre-sewn units and cut half-square triangles for a different project. They may be smaller but still salvageable.
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    Old 03-29-2016, 05:00 AM
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    Originally Posted by MadQuilter
    Instead of tossing them, why not find a small square ruler that fits inside the pre-sewn units and cut half-square triangles for a different project. They may be smaller but still salvageable.
    I agree. You should be able to use them somewhere else.
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    Old 03-29-2016, 07:42 AM
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    Thanks for sharing that link, Dunster.
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