Which was FASTER? Chain-piecing OR One-at-a-time scrappy blocks? My experiment results.

Mum and I are both making a square-in-square scrappy quilt. I make my blocks one-at-a-time. Mum makes her blocks with the chain-piecing method. So I put both methods to the test - which method is faster??
Both methods start with 2 inch strips - whatever fabrics you have left over from other projects. My finished blocks are 4 inch squares, while mum's are slightly larger at 4 1/2 inch squares.
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[@marylynnhutchison5763]

When chain piecing, you could save several minutes by not clipping the blocks apart each time you add a piece. You could leave the first two pieces chained while sewing the third piece of each block, cut them apart and chain piece adding the fourth piece to the center strip, then turn the chain around and add the final strip to the other side. Clip the completed blocks apart, and you're done.
I do love the fabrics you've chosen. Such a bright, happy assortment! The quilts will be lovely!

[@time-to-sew]

Oh that’s a bit clever! Thanks for the tip. Yes, both our quilts will be very bright! ☺️

[@maryjohnston-ei5dn]

Do whichever method makes you happy. Happiness is better than speed.

[@time-to-sew]

I love this sentiment!! ☺️ and since making that video, I continue to make them one at a time.

[@AmyBrandon]

Ahhh this is so cute. ❤

[@time-to-sew]

☺️ thank you

[@maureentaphouse5206]

In my case I do it to save wasting thread rather than worry about saving a few minutes. I use it as a mental challenge to myself to see how seldom I have to break thread . So speed isn't the only reason we might do it.

[@time-to-sew]

Good point. And thread is expensive.

[@mignonnerogers6848]

Hi!! I must say, depending on what you’re trying to accomplish….. 😊 5 minutes adds up! 😂 But I would cut my like lengths in layers, and turn out more pieces at a time when cutting. I love the streamlining of chain piecing. And we all need to do what brings the most JOY! 🤗

[@time-to-sew]

Yes, that would make it quicker! 😊 thanks for sharing

[@user-pm6st1ce1g]

cut more in one go :)

[@time-to-sew]

Yeah… that would work, wouldn’t it!?

[@vickibusybee]

What fun. I loved doing this with you Rach. I can’t wait to see your 100 blocks in a day challenge. Can you do it ?????🪡🧵✂️😘

[@time-to-sew]

Challenge accepted!

[@TheQuiltersCandyShoppe]

Pink is a neutral! 😂

[@time-to-sew]

😂😂 yeah, well especially light pink