Improvisational
At it's core, improvisational refers to a very free form style of piecing - and some say of cutting. For me, I've chosen to embrace "guided improv", which is somewhere between regular piecing (raw edges together, everything is EXACT) and improvisational (free form, no two blocks or quilts the same).
Inside Corners Outside Points
Inside corners and outside points refer to....well just what it sounds like - the inside corners of a shape and the outside points of a shape.
This is important especially when doing needle turn applique, as the treatment of the inside corner and the outside point have to be handled carefully to ensure accurate, sharp points and to maintain the shape.
Ironing
Ironing refers to the movement of an iron WHILE it has contact with the fabric. If not done carefully, it can distort and stretch fabric. Many quilters prefer to press (an up/down movement of the iron) instead.
Visit Kate's blog to get her definition of additional "I" terms.
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