Hexagon OCD?
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Hexagon OCD?
I would love input from some of you hexie addicts.
I am trying to decide which hexagon method to use. Since I made several hexagons with Inklingo don't care much for the English paper methods.
What I like about Inklingo Method
What I do not like about Inklingo Method:
What I like about Die Cutting Hexagons
What I do not like about Die Cutting Hexagons
Since I really like the running stitch and do not want to use papers my plan is to die-cut fabric hexes and use a template to mark sewing lines by hand by one of these methods:
Have I missed any optons? Thanks.
I am trying to decide which hexagon method to use. Since I made several hexagons with Inklingo don't care much for the English paper methods.
What I like about Inklingo Method
- No papers
- No basting or gluing
- Sewing lines and cross hairs printed on fabric
- Running stitch (faster and easier than whip stitch)
What I do not like about Inklingo Method:
- Pre-washing fabric
- Ironing to freezer papers
- Cutting the tiny hexes
What I like about Die Cutting Hexagons
- Accuracy
- Cut out dozens of fabric hexes with turn of crank
- Cut out dozens of paper hexes with turn of crank
- No pre washing needed
What I do not like about Die Cutting Hexagons
- Need to mark lines or
- Baste or glue papers
- Whip stitching
Since I really like the running stitch and do not want to use papers my plan is to die-cut fabric hexes and use a template to mark sewing lines by hand by one of these methods:
- Mark 1/4 with fabric pencil
- Use template with holes to mark cross hairs
- Have a stamp made to "stamp" sewing lines
- Is there a metal or acrylic template where I can quickly trace lines?
Have I missed any optons? Thanks.
#2
Wow, you have certainly done your homework!
That said, once you decide on your size of hexagon finished go to your local hardware store and see if they will cut you a plexiglass hexie 1/4 inch smaller than your die cut fabric one. Tell them to be exact!
OR, use some type of harder plastic such as a margarine lid or such to draw your hexie shape the size you want and than just trace. Happy hexing!
That said, once you decide on your size of hexagon finished go to your local hardware store and see if they will cut you a plexiglass hexie 1/4 inch smaller than your die cut fabric one. Tell them to be exact!
OR, use some type of harder plastic such as a margarine lid or such to draw your hexie shape the size you want and than just trace. Happy hexing!
#3
I am not sure if this is a method, but I have been using Mandy's templates and am happy.
http://www.brandysquiltpatterns.com/awt.html
http://www.brandysquiltpatterns.com/awt.html
#4
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I am not sure if this is a method, but I have been using Mandy's templates and am happy.
http://www.brandysquiltpatterns.com/awt.html
http://www.brandysquiltpatterns.com/awt.html
#5
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You might check into what are called Quilt Patis. I bought one package then made my own.
No papers
No basting or gluing
Running stitch only gather seam seam allowance then tie a knot.
NO Pre-washing fabric
NO Ironing to freezer papers
Cut standard size of hex with 1/4 seam allowance
NO Need to mark any lines
Negative: need to baste a hex on all six sides before you can pop out the plastic hes template.
I bought these metal templates. One side is metal white and the other has a slip resistance sandpaper texture, I use the smaller hex to cut to make my plastic template (3/4" side) and the other is to cut the fabric (1" side). When I started my GFG, there were no die cutting appliances. I started working on this yesterday. Not sure what I am going to make.
No papers
No basting or gluing
Running stitch only gather seam seam allowance then tie a knot.
NO Pre-washing fabric
NO Ironing to freezer papers
Cut standard size of hex with 1/4 seam allowance
NO Need to mark any lines
Negative: need to baste a hex on all six sides before you can pop out the plastic hes template.
I bought these metal templates. One side is metal white and the other has a slip resistance sandpaper texture, I use the smaller hex to cut to make my plastic template (3/4" side) and the other is to cut the fabric (1" side). When I started my GFG, there were no die cutting appliances. I started working on this yesterday. Not sure what I am going to make.
#6
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Location: Illinois
Posts: 9,018
Too much analyzing......no process is perfect, so just decide which one you can live with the best and start....I have done a few in different ways, depends on size of hexie.....I just recd hexie/paper cutting die for my GO...phew, before the pricing change!...and the next project will be that way...am now collecting postcards for the paper pattern....will be next winters project
#8
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I may have your solution. I used to be in the same guild with this lady and she has put A Lot of work into her product and I have seen it first hand. It's Stamps by Kate and the website is ByKate.com. What you do when using her stamps, is to stamp the fabric and cut out the hexies. She has added a sewing line to the stamp. So I think this will fill all your criteria?
Also, even though she and I were in the same guild, we were not close. I'm currently not in contact with her and honestly have not even thought about her in the 3 years I've been gone from Texas. But I do think she has a great product. But being on the tightest of budget, I didn't buy from her
Also, even though she and I were in the same guild, we were not close. I'm currently not in contact with her and honestly have not even thought about her in the 3 years I've been gone from Texas. But I do think she has a great product. But being on the tightest of budget, I didn't buy from her
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