When blocks are too small - 5 tips to deal with them with Karen Brown
A common beginner quilter mistake is accidentally making a quilt block smaller than intended, or making a block that is out of square. Join Karen Brown of Just Get it Done Quilts as she shares the 5 ways she deal with blocks that come out too small!
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Karen Brown
Karen Brown is a quilter and crafter who loves to make things and check things off the list. She loves trying new things, finding short cuts and new ways of using old things and sharing that information with other quilters at Just Get it Done Quilts.
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A common beginner quilter mistake is accidentally making a quilt block smaller than intended, or making a block that is out of square. Join Karen Brown of Just Get it Done Quilts as she shares the 5 ways she deal with blocks that come out too small!
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1. Let them be. A lot is forgiven once you get your quilt top together and get the binding on. If you're early in your quilting journey, try not to worry too much and just keep going.
2. Cut them down to the same size. Cut the rest of your blocks down to the size of your smallest block. Use washi tape to mark your block at the new size and trim them!
3. Mark your sew line. If you mark your 1/4" seam you can align your sew lines together even if your shapes aren't entirely precise.
4. Use coping strips. Add extra strips of fabric around your block, alternating the tops and sides so you won't have to nest your seams. Use Karen's simple math to create your strips and cut them as you use them.
5. Add wonky coping strips. Same idea as in the last tip, but disguise them by setting your block slightly off square. Watch for Karen's method to add coping strips easily.
