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01-21-2011, 05:22 AM

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ckcowl

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i think you should save your money and look at the easy ways to make triangle squares. the down side of using the accu-cuts and cutting triangles to sew is the bias edge that stretches and gives waves. if you always start with a 2 squares, right side together, draw diagonal like, sew 1/4" on each side of that line, cut on the line flip open and press you have 2 perfect 1/2 square triangle blocks with no stretchy bias. sometimes the (aids) may make them go faster(i dont get this but some say thangles make it so much faster) but before finding the short cuts maybe finding the technique should come first...just my thoughts. ... and i have a friend, been quilting for 30+ years...and she LOVES thangles...swears by them and insisted i tried them 6 or so years ago...i did use a couple of them...but did not really 'see' the reason...my way doesn't (take me) any longer to sew...and with the thangles you have that extra step of removing the paper...so i don't get it , but i know lots of people love them, so try out what every new way you come across and decide what technique you like best :thumbup:

01-21-2011, 05:52 AM

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Midwestmary

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Quote:

Originally Posted by OHSue

I like to use the method of printing a sheet of triangles and sewing them all at once. I have tried lots of methods and did contemplate getting the triangle magic program. I tried the quick method with two squares, but then all your seams are bias, and you are still not assured of the exact size you need. Then I discovered you can print out your triangles via online programs. Same thing as Triangulations, just a limit to the number of sizes, but for me every size I have needed was here.

http://www.quiltingandwhatnot.ca/Hal...-Triangle.html

http://www.quilt.com/Blocks/Triangle...Triangles.html

Thank you for these websites!

01-21-2011, 07:00 AM

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pocoellie

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It's really NOT that difficult. Honest.

01-21-2011, 07:25 AM

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featherweight

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Oh my gosh!!! That is so neat and easy. I am going upstairs to sewing room and try one out... THANK YOU!!!!

01-21-2011, 02:18 PM

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klarina

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Thank you for these great links!

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Originally Posted by OHSue

01-21-2011, 02:20 PM

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klarina

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Thank you all for your advice.

I'm going to save my money and start practicing the the websites posted by OHSue.

As for Triangulations, I had not heard about this option, but it sounds better that the rest.

Thanks!!! You guys rock.

01-22-2011, 04:49 AM

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Yooper32

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Originally Posted by Lizzytish

I just purchased a cd form connecting threads Triangulations It has Quarter squares 3/4' to 7.5' in 1/8" increments, half square 1/2' to 7.5" in 1/16" increments tamed geese in 1/4" increments.

I too bought "Triangulations", or rather had my LQS order it for me. It has been a God-send for me and I think overall, a bit cheaper, using ink and paper only, than buying "thangles". Also, if you are needing a size you don't have and it is after hours at the quilt store, you are not going to have to wait to do your HST's, you just print off the size you need and go for it.

01-22-2011, 02:27 PM

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Pat-w

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What a great tutorial! Getting lots of tips today. I won't know what to do first. Thanks so much for sharing.

01-22-2011, 02:29 PM

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gale

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Lizzytish

I just purchased a cd form connecting threads Triangulations It has Quarter squares 3/4' to 7.5' in 1/8" increments, half square 1/2' to 7.5" in 1/16" increments tamed geese in 1/4" increments.

I did too-mine just shipped. I can't wait! I hate triangles!! :mrgreen: