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I have used this technique before and did not have any problems
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The Quilts of Valor 10th Anniversary Block instructions has a really easy way to make HST needed for their block. Has anyone else seen it, its so easy. What I was wondering was how you could adapt this method to get different sizes of
HST. Does anybody know? db |
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I use sqs to make 8 hst at a time. 6 in sqs for 2 1/2 -- 8 in for 3 1/2. Just add 2 in for each size up. Draw an x and sew 1 /4 in on each side of lines. Cut in half both ways then on lines.
Then I use Quilt In A Days triangle sq up ruler for one cut sq up. Fast and perfect every time. |
Originally Posted by quilterCDN
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I use Ta-Da 1/2 square triangle iron-on fusible on a fat quarter. It is great, especially when you have to make lots of them.
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Hello, I'm from Germany and I know this method as "Sandwich Technique"! And I made a tutorial where you can calculate how big the squares have to be for a certain HST square. But it's in centimeters and till now only in German.... But if it's wanted I try it in English. And I don't know whether I'm allowed to make a link here, if interested send me a PM!!!
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Originally Posted by carslo
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I use triangles on a roll or one of my quilt books has the outline for common sizes. IF you are looking for a certain standard size let me know and I might have that size. You can just photocopy the sheet of paper pin it to the fabrics and sew and then cut. I am doing a wedding gift with over 800 2 inch 1/2 square triangles and it takes the pain out of bias edges :)
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This link has a chart for starting and ending sizes when using the sewn square method:
http://whipup.net/2011/03/17/guest-b...are-triangles/ |
Jenny from Missouri Star Quilt Co. has a tutorial on this. She mentioned she doesn't have a problem with bias edges, but if you do, then use spray starch so they won't go wonky on you. Looks like a quick and easy way to make HST's.
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If you use the "sewn squares" method of taking two squares, placing them right sides together, stitching around the 4 edges...first STARCH THEM until they feel like they could stand alone (like card stock). I would starch the fabric no matter what method you use. I always make the squares slightly larger and cut to size.
Better to have to trim down a hair, than have to redo a seam because they are too small. Marge
Originally Posted by WTxRed
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Thanks! I appreciate your help!
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