I will try that. Thanks Marcella
Marcella Tracy Peek wrote in message
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In article .net,
"Mike G" wrote:

Okay... so I'm having a brain fart or senior moment or something and I
need
your help. I want my 9-patch to finish at 4 inches. What size do I
need to
cut my strips? I just can't get it right and I am desperate! Help Me!
Thanks.

Lynda
still quilting 'till i'm wilting
and i think i may have wilted.



4 divided by 3 is 1 1/3 inches. Then add 1/2 inch for seam allowance.
So, you need to cut your strips 1 5/6 inches....odd measurement though.

How critical is exactness? Can you cut the strips 1 3/4 and sew your
seams a little scant or cut them 1 7/8 and be a hair oversized and trim
up the block to exactly 4 1/2 at the end so it finishes at 4"?

marcella