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calla 08-28-2014 04:40 PM

I think it's nice

nannyrick 08-28-2014 05:19 PM

You did a great job!!!
Thanks for showing it.

Texas_Sue 08-29-2014 05:27 AM

I'm gathering all the material to do this quilt. Yours just gave me another shove to get started. You did a great job!

Susan

maviskw 08-29-2014 06:17 AM


Originally Posted by opti77cian (Post 6864104)
My friendship group did the same block. But a member changed the technique. We started with two each light and dark 6" squares, drew diagonal on light square, sewed 1/4" on either side of drawn line, cut between the sewn lines and trimmed to 5 1/2" and then sewed into hourglass format. Using this method we did not have bias edges on the outsides. We also pressed all the seams open.

I think the most important thing is to TRIM the HST's to the same measurements.
And I don't think you have to measure to eighth inches when you cut the nine patches. You can cut the nine patch close but not precise. Someone should try cutting only one fourth instead of one third. A brand new block? ? ?
Those little triangles make the cutest little hour glasses.
Also check out post #15 for lots of good tips.

wendiq 08-29-2014 08:11 AM

I have just received my layer cakes in the mail and am ready to start on my quilt. I really appreciate this topic and especially message #15. I've printed it out, in fact. Will make sure I do the starching (I sometimes forget that!)..Thanks for all the good ideas......:)

MargeD 08-29-2014 09:20 AM

Your quilt is beautiful. I have been thinking of using this pattern for a family reunion quilt next July 4th, as I will get fabric from the majority of my family and I make the quilt, it's always a challenge to see what I can do with the fabric I'm sent, sometimes it has been very challenging, but I enjoy the challenge and the results are worth it. Maybe next year I'll be the one to win the quilt, I certainly hope so, as the color is purple, one of my favorites.

twinsister2 08-29-2014 03:07 PM

Any imperfections make it more meaningful! You rock to me! Good job

solstice3 08-29-2014 05:33 PM

It should quilt up nicely

maggie_1936 08-29-2014 06:16 PM

looks really good to me

Caswews 08-29-2014 07:09 PM

Looks good !


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