: Choose high-contrast fabrics to make the geometric shapes pop. Historically, these blocks use a background (neutral) and a "dark" fabric. Cutting the Shapes : If using traditional piecing , add a -inch seam allowance to your templates. If using EPP , cut fabric roughly -inch larger than the paper template to allow for folding. Basting (for EPP) : Center the paper template on the wrong side of the fabric.
Based on the context of quilting and the block "Aunt Hallie's Bag" (often associated with Dear Jane-style quilting, block J-4), here is how to prepare a piece for assembly. Preparing the Piece aunthbjmp4
Fold the edges over and secure with either a glue pen or thread basting. : Choose high-contrast fabrics to make the geometric
: Many quilters use the Dear Jane software or books to print exact templates for each block. If using EPP , cut fabric roughly -inch
For detailed step-by-step visuals, you can reference guides from specialized quilting communities: