Hey quilters...hope y'all had a great weekend. I had a weekend of getting projects caught up...or I tried anyway. Needless to say some of those projects are on my "to-do list" for this week. Well todays tip is prepping you for our next phase of the "Mystery Scrap-a-long." I love to iron...I know probably sounds weird but I do find it relaxing. When I first learned to quilt..Oma told me that pressing fabric and matching seams was the key to even a simple block. As y'all know by now this quilt design features the fun and easy 4 patch block. I've always loved this block plus it's one of the first blocks that I learned many moons ago. The 4 patch block is a classic and so versatile. I also love 'strip piecing" which was featured in the earlier phases. Strip piecing is a fast technique which allows you to then "subcut" your strips for a fast 4 patch block. But...pressing your seams in opposite directions and having them lay flat is the key for your next phase. Hmm...maybe I should give you a 'hont." In the next phase you'll be making "21" of the same block. Trust me the "strip piecing" tecnique will be your friend. :-) Remember when we do "scrap-a-longs" 2gether I'm not that far ahead of you. I always stay a bit ahead so I can catch any tips and techniques to share. As you can see in the pic below that I'm using my Oliso iron. My late mom-in-law gifted it to me for my birthday and I love it. They even have a 'mini" iron that's been on my bucket list. Whatever you use just remember to Press your seams...not iron. When you iron your using a bit more force which could distort the fabrics. Well...this tip is also very important for a soon to be fun phase.:-) Remember you're getting closer to the big reveal! Also I have a fun suprise that I'll be sharing with you from Missouri Star Quilt Company... Wednesday on my Instagram Page. So Please follow me on Instagram and Missouri Star Quilt Company so you can qualify. :-) I thank y'all so much for following and talk soon.
Blessed Quilting from My Home to Yours,
Cat
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