Calling paper-piecers
01-23-2017, 05:02 PM
#11
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I've used Thangles to pp HST's and, honestly, am not a fan of those. Generally for HST's, I cut 1" larger than the finished size, pair 2 squares and sew on either side of the drawn diagonal line. Granted, I have to trim, but they are accurate after that. And I press those seams open as well. Then again, I press most seams open. I like the flatter block.
01-23-2017, 07:08 PM
#12
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slbram17, unfortunately I don't have a website for pp HST's.
The patterns I was referring to was for a sampler...not just HST's.
What size HST are you planning to make? When making HST's
I like to cut bigger squares, mark the diagonal, sew, press and trim.
Check this website. Also, check the 8 at a time. They have a chart
for different size of HST's. It gives you exact size (not recommended)
or 1/4" or 3/8" or 1/2" more. I think 1/4" extra is more than enough
to trim. Anything more is just a waste.
http://www.generations-quilt-pattern...-triangle.html
I like to starch my fabric before cutting. And the Bloc Loc ruler is very
nice for trimming HST's. They also have a set for Flying Geese. I would
suggest you try these methods before attempting paper-piecing unless
you want to make really small ones then PP is the way to go.
I PP when there's a bunch of 1 inch HST's. Bigger ones I would just do
it the regular way. If you still have problems with HST's, come back and ask.
We are here to help.
The patterns I was referring to was for a sampler...not just HST's.
What size HST are you planning to make? When making HST's
I like to cut bigger squares, mark the diagonal, sew, press and trim.
Check this website. Also, check the 8 at a time. They have a chart
for different size of HST's. It gives you exact size (not recommended)
or 1/4" or 3/8" or 1/2" more. I think 1/4" extra is more than enough
to trim. Anything more is just a waste.
http://www.generations-quilt-pattern...-triangle.html
I like to starch my fabric before cutting. And the Bloc Loc ruler is very
nice for trimming HST's. They also have a set for Flying Geese. I would
suggest you try these methods before attempting paper-piecing unless
you want to make really small ones then PP is the way to go.
I PP when there's a bunch of 1 inch HST's. Bigger ones I would just do
it the regular way. If you still have problems with HST's, come back and ask.
We are here to help.
01-23-2017, 07:17 PM
#13
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Hmmm... I just googled paper pieced HSTs and I see what you mean slbram. Okay, take a piece of graph paper (or any paper for this test would work but the thinner the better because it will be easier to tear off) Draw your square being very very careful to be acurate. Now draw your diagonal line. You know that if you are piecing HST's you need two squares about 1 inch bigger than the final HST. So, cut those two squares and then cut them diagonally. Lay one on your paper, making sure that you have 1/4 inch or slightly less, over that diagonal line. Pin it in place. Now take the alternate coloured triangle, lay it over the first fabric, turn the whole piece over and stitch along the line. Open, finger press and check how you did. Is it more accurate?
I made a paper pieced double flying geese border for a quilt a few years ago. It was the only way to get it as accurate as it needed to be and even tho it was waaaaay more work than I expected, I am super happy with the result.
I made a paper pieced double flying geese border for a quilt a few years ago. It was the only way to get it as accurate as it needed to be and even tho it was waaaaay more work than I expected, I am super happy with the result.
I use paper piecing to do some flying geese as well, and I did find they came out nice. That's kind of why I think I will play with paper piecing the half square triangles. And yes, paper piecing can be a little time consuming.
01-23-2017, 07:20 PM
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slbram17, unfortunately I don't have a website for pp HST's.
The patterns I was referring to was for a sampler...not just HST's.
What size HST are you planning to make? When making HST's
I like to cut bigger squares, mark the diagonal, sew, press and trim.
Check this website. Also, check the 8 at a time. They have a chart
for different size of HST's. It gives you exact size (not recommended)
or 1/4" or 3/8" or 1/2" more. I think 1/4" extra is more than enough
to trim. Anything more is just a waste.
http://www.generations-quilt-pattern...-triangle.html
I like to starch my fabric before cutting. And the Bloc Loc ruler is very
nice for trimming HST's. They also have a set for Flying Geese. I would
suggest you try these methods before attempting paper-piecing unless
you want to make really small ones then PP is the way to go.
I PP when there's a bunch of 1 inch HST's. Bigger ones I would just do
it the regular way. If you still have problems with HST's, come back and ask.
We are here to help.
The patterns I was referring to was for a sampler...not just HST's.
What size HST are you planning to make? When making HST's
I like to cut bigger squares, mark the diagonal, sew, press and trim.
Check this website. Also, check the 8 at a time. They have a chart
for different size of HST's. It gives you exact size (not recommended)
or 1/4" or 3/8" or 1/2" more. I think 1/4" extra is more than enough
to trim. Anything more is just a waste.
http://www.generations-quilt-pattern...-triangle.html
I like to starch my fabric before cutting. And the Bloc Loc ruler is very
nice for trimming HST's. They also have a set for Flying Geese. I would
suggest you try these methods before attempting paper-piecing unless
you want to make really small ones then PP is the way to go.
I PP when there's a bunch of 1 inch HST's. Bigger ones I would just do
it the regular way. If you still have problems with HST's, come back and ask.
We are here to help.
01-24-2017, 07:14 AM
#17
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Location: Illinois
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Have you tried the right angles template for hst, or the one used/designed by Bonnie Hunter. It's a good template to have. I have, if the pattern calls for lots of hst, used triangles on a roll, or thangles, but to me that's not pp, just a different way of getting many done quickly.
if I'm having a problem with hst, it's the fact that I've gotten "sloppy" with my seam allowance...put mysel back on track, and perfect points......same with FG.
but, I must say, the die cutter system has certainly made these things SO much easier and accurate, with less hassle..for me anyway.
if I'm having a problem with hst, it's the fact that I've gotten "sloppy" with my seam allowance...put mysel back on track, and perfect points......same with FG.
but, I must say, the die cutter system has certainly made these things SO much easier and accurate, with less hassle..for me anyway.
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