Re: how do you do?
- From: AuntK <blackwell_kim@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Thu, 8 May 2008 06:03:46 -0700 (PDT)
On May 6, 10:23 am, "Susan Torrens" <qsu...@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
My method for half square triangles depends on how many I need. If I need
many all the same colour combination, I start with about a fat quarter of
each fabric, well starched, layered right sides together.
I add an inch to the finished size and draw a grid on the lighter fabric
(finished 1/2 sq triangles 2 inches, so draw a 3 inch grid). Then I draw
diagonal lines through every second line of squares in one direction, then
through the empty squares in the opposite direction. Then stitch on both
sides of each line (this can be done continuously). Make sure that all
lines have stitching, then press flat. Cut on every drawn line.
Now I press the seams to the darker fabric, if the blocks are over 3 inches,
or press seams open for blocks under 3 inches. The final step to this
method is squaring up the blocks.
If I am making scrappy half square triangle blocks, I still make sure that
the starting squares are 1 inch larger than the finished size of the blocks.
Draw a line through the centre, then stitch on both sides of the line. Cut
on the line and press either to the dark side or open.
If fabric is at a premium, then I stitch down the centre of the layered
squares, then stitch again 1/2 inch away from the first stitching. Cut a
1/4 inch seam allowance, and you have one half square triangle for your
project, and another for your "scrap bin"
Can you tell that I am frugal when it comes to fabric?
I try to press and square up as I go, so that my "scrap" block pieces are
ready to use at a later date!
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Susanhttp://community.webshots.com/user/sbtinkingston"Polly Esther" <bhmar....@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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I learn a little something every time I piece a quilt. This time Irealized
that it certainly does matter which way you press.for
For example - let's say that to make a HST, you begin a white square
and a black square. You stitch diagonally. Then ???
You can press the white back on top of the white.
You can press the black back on top of the black.
Which way do you press and how much do you trim? Do you leave some
stability? Do you vary your trimmed edges so one is 1/8", one 1/4" ? Get
rid of bulk? Leave it?
Since I made the Valentine that looks like a Watermelon quilt, I've
noticed that it really does matter. What do you do? Polly- Hide quoted text -
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Susan, I saw this method for the first time recently when I bought a
pattern for an Ohio Star quilt. I have to say I was befuddled beyond
belief when reading the directions. It didn't help that I didn't see
a 'finished' size for any piece anywhere in the pattern! I finally
went to my LQS and had someone there explain it a little better for
me. Your explanation is better yet. Still not sure that I want to
attempt this technique though. I don't know that I sew accurately
enough and there doesn't seem to be any 'fudge factor' built into the
dimensions given in the pattern. I think I'll just cut squares and go
from there. I really have to get moving on this quilt. I only have 2
years to finish this one for a friends 60th birthday. She changed
bedroom colors on me and now I have to start the color/fabric
selection all over again.
.
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