Originally Posted by
Pinkiris
I bought the Fiskars xl paper punch to cut papers for my hexies. How do I cut my fabric? Is it all done freehand? Does it have to be hexi shaped? I know that I need to add at least 1/4" seam allowance to my pattern size. Is there some quick method of using strips?
This is a new project for me. I'm taking a long car trip and plan on making hexies to pass the time.
Thanks in advance for any help you can give!
I use 1 1/4 inch paper hexies--cut 2 1/2 strips of fabric and cut into 2 1/2 inch squares--and clip off the corners as I sew them. Always have a small bag of squares and papers, needles and neutral thread and small scissors with me--surprising how many can be made in waiting times or riding in car. I fold down the edges and take a double stitch in each corner so I don't have to sew thru the papers and don't have to take out the basting later. Be sure to use a new needle that is fine and sharp. I have made almost 2000 hexies since July and have a sore thumb so taking a couple weeks off to finish up on the sewing machine the ones I have made table runners from. All will be fund raiser donations this fall---lots of work but enjoyable and time filling for me.