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Paradise in Bloom Quilt - Part 3

Now that everything is cut out (we hope!) it's time to get those units put together. If you've never done paper piecing, I would urge you to at least try it at least once. Maybe start with a small wall hanging type project first. If you have sewing experience you probably won't like dealing with all the paper. I don't either but I like paper piecing. I don't want to do nothing but paper piecing mind you but I like it. If you are new to sewing, give paper piecing a try. It's a great way to learn the 1/4" seam and sewing on printed lines is awesome. No thinking, just sew on the line. You will need some things before you start. You will need an add a 1/4" ruler. Yes, there is such a thing. This is NOT a regular ruler. This ruler comes in varying lengths but I have a smaller 5" and a 12" long rulers. I also use a 3x5" index card to place along my fold lines to fold the paper back. The card just acts as a guide. You may also use a glue stic...