Favorite way to make HST?
06-14-2010, 09:34 PM
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I have a Triangulations CD which makes half squares and Quarter Squares. I print in on foundation piecing paper and you can do any size you want. It has a page where it tells you what size you need to make a certin finished size. It is a grid pattern. I don't use this pattern for the larger sizes as it will only do one or two per page and if you doing that large a half square it is easier to use one of the other methods listed above.
06-15-2010, 12:16 AM
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Originally Posted by quilting.addict
Could you tell me your favorite method of making a HST? I have seen a new (to Me) method where you sew strips of fabric into a tube///???? anyone do this?? then there's the cut two squares and sew and cut diagonally. I would never even consider cutting a triangles and trying to sew those bias seams together..Just looking for ideas before I copy Ranger's avatar quilt.
06-15-2010, 12:29 AM
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It's a common abbreviation for Half Square Triangle.
Forgive an ignoramus ------what is HST?
Originally Posted by mayday
Originally Posted by quilting.addict
Could you tell me your favorite method of making a HST? I have seen a new (to Me) method where you sew strips of fabric into a tube///???? anyone do this?? then there's the cut two squares and sew and cut diagonally. I would never even consider cutting a triangles and trying to sew those bias seams together..Just looking for ideas before I copy Ranger's avatar quilt.
06-15-2010, 04:26 AM
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Originally Posted by amma
There is another method where you sew the 2 squares of fabric together around all 4 edges and then cut the sewn blocks into 1/2 squares. I know I just watched the video but can't remember where now :roll: :oops: Maybe the Missouri Quilt Co?
Here is the link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekYpJzHoW6E
06-15-2010, 09:25 AM
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Originally Posted by pennyswings
Originally Posted by amma
There is another method where you sew the 2 squares of fabric together around all 4 edges and then cut the sewn blocks into 1/2 squares. I know I just watched the video but can't remember where now :roll: :oops: Maybe the Missouri Quilt Co?
Here is the link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekYpJzHoW6E
06-15-2010, 09:25 AM
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Originally Posted by pennyswings
Originally Posted by amma
There is another method where you sew the 2 squares of fabric together around all 4 edges and then cut the sewn blocks into 1/2 squares. I know I just watched the video but can't remember where now :roll: :oops: Maybe the Missouri Quilt Co?
Here is the link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekYpJzHoW6E
06-15-2010, 09:28 AM
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This is my favorite way but I always make them bigger and trim to size. Takes a lot more work but get accurate square half squares!
Originally Posted by cminor
I like the sew 1/4 inch on each side of the diaganal line you draw from corner to corner. I'm not good with the math needed, but it works for me!
06-15-2010, 02:21 PM
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Just a thought... Omnigrid makes rulers that are 1/2" wide. Line the diagonal up with your corners - draw a line on each side - and there are your sewing lines. It's really easy and a great project for in front of the TV. I've done single squares, bias squares, and grid squares. No cutting triangles for me! I prefer using SOG squares. Try them all. You'll find the one you like best.
06-15-2010, 02:51 PM
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Originally Posted by cwessel47
Oh - and anytime you want to cut triangles just add 7/8" to the finished size.
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