Matching Angled Seams
| Angled seams often cause problems because they seem so difficult to match. To make sure your angled seams match well between blocks, units or rows: 1. Press seams in opposite directions as you would if matching straight seams that are to be butted or nested together (Photo 1). |
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| 2. Mark and position a pin 1/4" from the edge through the seams at the intersection of the seam allowances where the seams will cross to form an X. Pin the edges together (Photo 2). |
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| 3. Stitch the joining seam, removing the pins as you come to them. Do not stitch over pins (Photo 3). |
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| 4. Press the joining seam open to distribute fabric bulk (Photo 4). |
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