paper piecing hexagons
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paper piecing hexagons
Could anyone tell me what size paper hexagon I would need to make a finished 3 inch hexagon? Ive searched everywhere but they all tell me HOW to put it together not what size they make.
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EPP measurements are done by the length of the sides. So, if you're wanting a 3 inch finished hexie you'd use 3 inch paper hexies with the fabric cut a little larger-I usually add 1/4 inch-to fold over. If you're wanting 3 inch finished hexies measured some other way-say side to side-I'd suggest going here to see what size prints up the size you're looking for. http://incompetech.com/graphpaper/trianglehex.html
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Here is one site that has some dimensions:
http://www.ardcotemplates.com/shapehelp/hex-help.shtml
If you google "hexagon measurements" - a lot of information comes up.
http://www.ardcotemplates.com/shapehelp/hex-help.shtml
If you google "hexagon measurements" - a lot of information comes up.
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Wish this had worked on my old computer because it didn't for me! It really does get confusing. I have been thinking of making some mug rugs using 7 hexagons. Thanks for the post.
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My go to site is Paper Pieces..in Paducah...they gave a phone number and are great to work with......may I suggest you also buy (from them) the acrylic template for that size to cut your fabric...it is inexpensive and the seam allowance is 3/8". That 1/8" really makes a difference. I have purchased several pp and acrylic sizes from them and have find they work well
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