What is meant by a "Scant" 1/4" seam?
09-08-2011, 05:22 AM
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Here's an explanation and tutorial.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-89997-1.htm
If you are doing a quilt where all the blocks are the same, then consistent may do it for you. If you are doing a quilt with different blocks, like a sampler, or a mini, you probably want to take the time to figure out where that 'scant' 1/4 is is on your machine with the fabric & thread you are using for your project. Makes piecing SO much nicer when you're not fighting trying to get everything to fit!
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-89997-1.htm
If you are doing a quilt where all the blocks are the same, then consistent may do it for you. If you are doing a quilt with different blocks, like a sampler, or a mini, you probably want to take the time to figure out where that 'scant' 1/4 is is on your machine with the fabric & thread you are using for your project. Makes piecing SO much nicer when you're not fighting trying to get everything to fit!
09-09-2011, 02:08 AM
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Paper Princess, (love your name) thanks for the link. I've checked it out and booked marked. I'm sure it will come in handy real soon.
Glassquilt, thanks - I tried it out and need to be a bit more careful. haha
Glassquilt, thanks - I tried it out and need to be a bit more careful. haha
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