Now I know there are alot of ways to make HSTs. But I think my way is quick and easy with little waste.
I use strips.
It doesn't matter if your seam allowance is perfect. I didnt' use a trimmed edge but you can. As long as you pay attention to sewing a straight seam you don't have to pay attention to seam allowance.
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Sew two strips together
Open and iron the seam open. (or to the dark if you prefer)
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place your strips on a cutting mat. I like to fold up the length so I am only working with part of the strips at a time. It's easier to turn the mat if the strips are folded up some.
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And here are your HSTs
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When you get the HSTs cut out you can pull apart the strips and sew them together on the other side and continue cutting out HSTs.
Next week we will look at how to put the quilt block together and then finish the hotpad.