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Why is my 1/4" seam allowance never quite right?

Marilyn is very careful, but her blocks don't finish at the exact size she'd planned. Patricia and Donna reveal the secret to success.

Answered by Patricia Magaret and Donna Slusser

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How did you develop your distinctive style?

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Is it safe to use any thread but cotton?

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Can a quilt be quilted in small pieces?

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