Originally Posted by
QuiltnLady1
Here is an example: If the measurement of the side of the HST is 3 1/2", then the square that it was cut from would have been 3 7/8" (this would be the number referenced in a pattern book). The finished size of any block that is made from them would be 6".
Hope this helps.
Huh?
The OP has HST patches (already cut).
If one side measures 3-7/8, then the FINISHED size of a HST BLOCK will be 3" when two are sewn together.
Work it backwards:
If you wanted 3" FINISHED HST Blocks, you'd cut the squares 3-7/8". Regardless of your method, when you cut (or sew) those squares in half, the unfinished side will still measure 3-7/8".