When we talk about the size of a block, for example, 12", it is the size of the finished block in the quilt.  A 12" block unfinished is 12-1/2".  We try to tell you the unfinished size, but some times we forget.  Remember that we do different sizes of blocks, so the unfinished size is 1/2" larger than the finished block.

 

The seam we sew in quilting is a 1/4" seam, but it is a scant 1/4", a few threads from the 1/4" mark.  When you press the seam over it takes up a thread or two, so you need to sew the seams a scant 1/4".

 

We ask everyone to use 100% cotton fabric when making blocks for the club.  This way the blocks are all from the same kind of fabric.