Originally Posted by katesnanna
Originally Posted by SharonAnne
I got brave and tried to do something with triangles rather than squares and rectangles. It appears that I need to get more precise with my measuring and accurate scant 1/4 seams and with pressing the right way. The light colored one was first and is the most "off", so I am forced to keep it for me. Second one is a gift for my daughter. Forgive that I got overly anxious to post and have not bound them yet.
I never work with triangles per se if I can help it. Usually sew squares together then cut. Saves stretched sides.
I'm sure your daughter would love either. Both are very pretty.
I try to stay away from triangles. However, I'm working on a sailboat quilt and have no choice but to use triangles. I use the quick quarter ruler set that I ordered from Nancy's Notions but I've seen it other places. You line up the middle of the ruler with the center of the square on the diagonial then mark on either side of the ruler. Sew on the side markings and cut down the center of the seams. Just remember to add 7/8ths inch to your blocks.