Trimming blocks to same size due to user error :)
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Trimming blocks to same size due to user error :)
I am making a Japanese X and plus block quilt. I am very new to machine sewing and have been working on my cutting and 1/4 seams, sewing on the diagonal etc but have A LONG way to being good. These blocks are supposed to be 8 inches at this point but already one in three is off enough that I would not join it to the others.
Here is my question I would like to get a 7 1/2 ruler and trim them all when I am done so they will match better. MY question is how to best ensure that the outside pieces will meet up nicely with the ones on with side while trimming. I can find lots of sites about trimming "down" but not trimming to eliminate funkiness,, Any help appreciated!
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Here is my question I would like to get a 7 1/2 ruler and trim them all when I am done so they will match better. MY question is how to best ensure that the outside pieces will meet up nicely with the ones on with side while trimming. I can find lots of sites about trimming "down" but not trimming to eliminate funkiness,, Any help appreciated!
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Unfortunately, funkiness cannot be trimmed away...JMHO........to insure a true 1/4" seam use tape or postit notes to keep you on the mark...and of course, your cutting must be as accurate as possible....the three you show really don't look bad...there is a bit of "squish or stretch" when you join blocks together. Just sew slowly, pin much if you feel it helps and wow! It will all come together....
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Make sure you trim on all sides. Have the halfway measurements in the very center. If you are trimming to 7 1/2 unfinished, you will have to put the 3 3/4 inch line through the center block. Or if you are trimming to 8 inch unfinished the lines of the ruler should be the 4in mark thru the center of your block both ways.
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Make sure you trim on all sides. Have the halfway measurements in the very center. If you are trimming to 7 1/2 unfinished, you will have to put the 3 3/4 inch line through the center block. Or if you are trimming to 8 inch unfinished the lines of the ruler should be the 4in mark thru the center of your block both ways.
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