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    Old 02-23-2011, 07:40 AM
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    I agree, put it away. You are too aggravated right now. You will have fun with it later when you have gained more experience. Do you have a quilting friend who can come over and give you some guidance? A trip to the gym always clears the head, so go to the gym and take a week off!
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    Old 02-23-2011, 08:09 AM
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    I did find one quilt like I referred to earlier ... atriangle quilt on the board. Search "triangles" and go to the Picture labeled 'equilateral triangles.'

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    Old 02-23-2011, 08:54 AM
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    I am in this same boat...I was talked into by quilting friends to do a vest class...the directions are detailed and I am in over my head already...LOL!! But if I never try, I will not move forward so I am going to learn something out of all of this. And I will have a very cool vest to show off for my effort. So just go for it and have fun!!
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    Old 02-23-2011, 09:08 AM
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    Originally Posted by JulieM
    I went to my favorite quilting store looking for a new project, I asked one of the ladies in the shop for alittle advice on picking my next project. I had explained to her my level of experience. She directed me to a quilt kit with all triangles. And I have never made a quilt with triangles because I read so many disaster stories about them.

    In a "goofball" moment I said sure, I can do that. The pattern is on the cover of McCall's Quilting, Fast Favorites.

    I have started cutting the strips from fat quarters that were provided in the kit. I just can't get motivated to work on it. I feel intimidated with the whole quilt by my own inexperience.

    Also, at the time I was in the shop purchasing the above, I signed up for a quilt class on you guessed it triangles, the entire class was surprised to find the class was hand piecing triangles. I don't hand piece and I do not believe anyone else in the class does either.

    DH was with me when I bought the kit and the book, he knows what it cost and never complains. Maybe I need to put everything away, get ready for spring, and get back to the gym.

    Thanks for letting me vent/whine a bit. :cry:

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    Do Not Put It Away....it can sense fear! LOL If the triangles are half square triangles do not worry...they have some good tutorials on this site. Try a couple, you just might suprise yourself! You are never "alone", this board is just a mouse click away.
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    Old 02-23-2011, 10:08 AM
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    I do my triangles using blocks. I draw a line corner to corner. Then I sew1/4 inch on either side of the line, then cut on the line. When I finish I have not one but two finished half square triangles. Might help some.
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    Old 02-23-2011, 10:18 AM
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    Just start working on it one block at the time. Before long you will be surprised how much you get done, and you might even learn to like triangles.
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    Old 02-23-2011, 11:46 AM
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    Julie, I was the same way about sewing triangles for a long time. Even bought thangles. But one day I decided I was going to conquer my fear. One of the best lessons I was taught was to cut your triangles bigger than required (maybe 1/4 to 3/8 bigger) then use your square-up ruler to cut them to the correct size. Also use a walking foot if you've got one. Practice on some scrap fabric until you get the hang of it. Good Luck!
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    Old 02-23-2011, 12:34 PM
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    with good instructions, you can do it, and do it well
    do not beat yourself up
    My first quilt was a log cabin diamond tree skirt
    I bought it-spent a fortune, on pattern, fabric and tools(mat, cutter, rulers, thread, etc.
    Let it sit forever
    Was very easy once I got to it, the instructions were great, made 4 of them.
    Give it a try--
    You will do well.
    smiles to you.
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    There are some good turorials on Youtube. I use it to learn since I consider myself an advanced beginner and while I have taken classes, I like to expand my knowledge base. Also, I have found some good steps to make things easier and quicker.
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    Old 02-23-2011, 01:02 PM
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    What are they hand piecing for?? It seems the machine piecing would last longer and hold up to more wear and tear.IMHO....I don't think I would have been very satisfied with the class.

    As for the kit, maybe do a little of it and see how it turns out...it may be the motivator for you.
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