Log Cabin

[pjquilting]

Hi Everyone,

I have a really old log cabin book and never got around to making it.

I plan on purchasing the latest edition but would like to save on shipping by placing only one order.

My question is: What size square up ruler is needed for the log cabin?

Also if anyone have any helpful hints they would be greatly appreciated.

God bless ya'll and your families

[PamM]

Since blocks can be made in many different sizes, I have one ruler that is 12 1/2 square. I find that I can use it for just about everything. If the blocks are larger than this, I just put another ruler (6 x 12") against it and it works for me. Good luck with the log cabin quilt, they sure can be beautiful.
Pam

[Joannequilts]

If I was to do it over, I would just buy QIAD's 16" square up ruler!! It will handle all sizes of blocks...so if you do a 15" square or something smaller, it all works!

Joanne

[mic-pa]

I too, like my 16 1/2 inch ruler, it is a little pricey but have never regretted purchasing it and have had it a long time. Works for a lot of quilt blocks.

[norwich]

Instead of sewing the logs on a long strip of fabric and then cutting them to size, I first cut all of my logs the size they should be and then piece them together. I find that I don't need to square up my blocks when I do this method. I also don't press every seam before adding another log ... I just finger-press. I recently finished a king-sized log cabin this way and it came together beautifully.

[cornerstonelogcabin6]

Log cabin with cornerstone

I would like some help with a log cabin with a cornerstone block. I am looking for instructions and yardage all sizes. Please can anyone help with this. A book or leaflet I can buy would be wonderful.

Sue,England