WTxRed

I believe I have found using 10" squares on this method will give 6.5" HST, 8" squares to start with will give (I think) 5" HST. (If this isn't right, someone please correct! I'm at work and don't have that notepad with me!)

ube quilting

Both are very nice, fresh and contemporary. I want to try one in some day.
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joyce888

Very nice and thanks for the comparison.

katier825

I can't find my notes, but think I started with 6" or 6-1/2" squares, drew a line diagonally and sewed 1/4" on either side, then cut down the middle. I had a couple that came out a little small, so I trimmed them down to 5-1/4" and they ended up 4-3/4" finished. Odd size I know, but I didn't want to cut them too small because I wasn't planning a border on this one. Try one w/scraps or paper and see how it works for you. I believe the basic formula is to add 7/8" I'm not a fan of cutting such measurements. I'd rather trim off a small amount and end up with a 1/4,1/2 or whole inch amount.

audsgirl

I've never done one of these, so thanks for doing the comparison. When I do make one, I hope I remember your results. Both quilts are great!

copycat

Beautiful quilts. Thanks for sharing your comparisons. A chevron is on my bucket list .

solstice3

both look great.

nls

Both are very pretty!

Iraxy

Thank you for the comparisons. Who knew there would be such differences? Beautiful quilts.

psailer

both are equally beautiful.. you did a great job.. love the colors...