Question about cutting fabric
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Question about cutting fabric
My question is this...and I hope that someone can answer it for me. I think I already know the answer.
If I need peices that are 6 1/2 inches by 6 1/2 inches....The peices that I have are 6 inches square.
And I really want to use the 6 inch square peices....do I cut the OTHER fabrics 1/2 inch square smaller?
I think I need to...but I want to make sure BEFORE I cut the fabric. Thanks for everyones response.
If I need peices that are 6 1/2 inches by 6 1/2 inches....The peices that I have are 6 inches square.
And I really want to use the 6 inch square peices....do I cut the OTHER fabrics 1/2 inch square smaller?
I think I need to...but I want to make sure BEFORE I cut the fabric. Thanks for everyones response.
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If you are making a block where you have triangles, rectanges, etc in it, I would suggest that you graph the whole pattern out on paper, using the 6" blocks (which would make the finished size 5.5" in the graph). Then, look at the size of each one, and add your 1/2" seam allowance. On triangles, this is a little tricky I think. I don't use the specialty ruler, and add 7/8" to my finished size. That's why I'm not sure that you would cut them all 1/2" shorter. I would graph to make sure. Hope this helps.
Joyce
Joyce
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I draw it out on graph paper first. Then cut pieces out for a pattern. Then I do a sample block out of scrap fabric. I can then make any adjustments I need before cutting my fabric. I design my own patterns all the time and this works for me. I hope this helps.
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