Rhonda's NEW UPDATED Boston Block Tutorial - No Waste Methods
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I've had many comments on my Boston Block directions and have decided to redo the Tutorial. In this new version I have hopefully addressed all the concerns I have heard from members.
In this version you will find 3 differant ways to make them. My rough cut / a strip method/ and a method using squares. The strip and the square method have little to no waste. They are not as math free or as quick and easy as the rough cut method but it does allow for the same cut down accurate Boston Block that you get when you cut out a square from the center of the fabrics. If there are any suggestions that will make this tutorial better just let me know. Thanks everyone! Rhonda |
Thank you, I have used your earlier set of instructions without trouble, but a newer quilter will appreciate the updated method, I am sure.
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Thank you so very much Rhonda!!!!
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Nicely done tutorial.
I would use the 'scrap' method for those odd pieces of fabric or the 'squares' method for larger pieces. The 'middle' one seemed like too much work for me. |
Thanks Rhonda. Another great tutorial.
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Thank you. Great tut.
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Thanks Rhonda nice work you did!!
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A new update to my book.
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great instructions, thank you :)
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the first two methods result in four bias edges, which can be difficult to work with (for me at least, have to be way too careful with all 4 sides). the last method is the one i often used to make the block.
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Thanks for the tute!
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Thanks Rhonda. I've used your first method before but might try the other methods some time. I don't like to piece. I've come to that conclusion but thanks to your tutorials I'm not "afraid" of some things like HST and Boston Blocks. :)
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Fantastic tutorial, I'm always looking for a better way! Thank you so much for sharing.
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You just keep making a good thing better don't you. I prefer the strip method and to be honest, if I have to try to make a Boston Block, Half square, or even a Kansas Dugout, I have to do it your way. It's the way my brain functions now. :)
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Originally Posted by BonniFeltz
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Thanks Rhonda. I've used your first method before but might try the other methods some time. I don't like to piece. I've come to that conclusion but thanks to your tutorials I'm not "afraid" of some things like HST and Boston Blocks. :)
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Originally Posted by ellifour
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the first two methods result in four bias edges, which can be difficult to work with (for me at least, have to be way too careful with all 4 sides). the last method is the one i often used to make the block.
I always tack my blocks together where the seam is going to go through. So there is no stretching as the material is fixed in place where I am going to sew. |
Originally Posted by klgreene
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You just keep making a good thing better don't you. I prefer the strip method and to be honest, if I have to try to make a Boston Block, Half square, or even a Kansas Dugout, I have to do it your way. It's the way my brain functions now. :)
I have listened to all the comments and I am trying to improve the tutes so it takes into account those who need to not have any waste left. That isn't a consideration for me as I reuse everything down to threads but I do understand others' point of view. |
Thank you :) It took a lot of time to photo plus process description. I still like the rough cut best; sooner to sew than cut.
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Originally Posted by RUSewing
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Thank you :) It took a lot of time to photo plus process description. I still like the rough cut best; sooner to sew than cut.
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Thank you, Rhonda! As usual, you've outdone yourself! I've been using your old method, but I can see it needs tweeking. :)
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Rhonda, your the BEST and thank you for always working on making what you have better just for us :) :)
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Rhonda love your blocks I like your strip way of doing them goes faster for me. Thanks Juanita
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thanks for the new tute! i will try it. nothing ventured, nothing gained. where would i find blocks that use these?
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nancia here are some of my Boston Block designs. Under each quilt block you will see the quilt block expanded out so you can see the individual "blocks". I do use some HSTs with the Boston Blocks too
http://www.quiltingboard.com/picture...s-t149139.html |
Thanks Rhonda!
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Thank you Rhonda. Also I'm in love with the handsome fellow in your avatar.
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Rhonda you are so generous with your time, and so clear with your instructions! I will definitely use these. Thank you!
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Awesome Tutorial!! Thank you!
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You're more than welcome. I love to share and help others.
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Thank you for the tutorial. It is nice to have three ways to cut squares.
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This makes so much sense! I'm going to start doing my blocks one or the other of these ways. Question - do you do an easy Flying Geese block?
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I use HSTs for flying geese. I have a strip method to make the HSTs that I think makes them easy to do.
I just put 2 hsts together and sew them for a flying geese unit. Really Easy Half Square Triangle Blocks You can find all of my methods here Workshops and Classes Blocks of the Week by Rhonda Block Shortcuts by Rhonda Pictures of Patchwork Items by Rhonda ------------------------------------------------- |
You are the best, by now you should know how much we appreciate you showing us all these tricks.....
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Thanks Ania it makes my ego happy LOL Seriously I'm glad it helps people.
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Thank you for putting this together and sharing.
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You are such a blessing to this group! Thank you!! :thumbup:
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Thanks I appreciate your comments
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