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    When sewing step 1, the rows together, mine only measure 4 and1/4 inches not the 4 1/2, what did i do wrong?
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    Three things: cutting, sewing and/or pressing. If strips are cut 1.5” then it is probably seam allowance that is too wide. Check pressing is completely flat.
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      After cutting these strips, I starch them and they became distorted. Any tips?
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    I went to learn to see Barbara’s video, but was unable to find it. Where can I find it?
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    After cutting these strips, I starch them and they became distorted. Any tips?
    Be sure to let the starch dry completely before pressing.
    You might also try starching a hunk of fabric before cutting the strips.
    Barbara Black
    Huntsville AL
    https://bbquiltmaker.blogspot.com
    "I am a part of all that I have met." A. Lord Tennyson
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      I cut my strips and then starch them. They became distorted. Any tips
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