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ZigZag or Serge the Edges of a Square or Triange Patch?
By: Penny Halgren
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Q: I wanted to thank you for all the helpfull information about quilting....I believe I am ready to start... My big problem now is that I am not sure if to zig zag the edges of my squares and triangles for the baby quilt that I am trying to make...(I don't have a serger machine)..
Thanks again
A: If you are going to sew the squares and triangles together into a patchwork quilt, you do not need to zigzag or serge the edges. Miraculously, just sewing the squares together will keep them from fraying. It's always kind of amazed me, especially when you consider it's such a small seam allowance.
Hope that helps. If you have any other questions, please let me know.
Happy Quilting!
Penny Halgren
Penny is a quilter of more than 24 years who seeks to interest new quilters and provide them with the resources necessary to create beautiful quilts.
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