Saturday, February 16, 2013

Easy Half Square Triangle Block Quilt

I have always wanted to make a quilt using triangle squares but have been soooooo afraid of the dreaded bias sewing that I never tried (successfully anyway) making one.  But after seeing something on TV recently (Sewing With Nancy???) using a sandwiching method I BELIEVED I COULD DO IT!!!  And here is the result.....
I used one layer cake of "Odds and Ends" by Julie Comstock that I got at Green Fairy Quilts.  Using lights and darks creates the secondary bulls eye pattern.  The backing and bindings were from my stash.  I machine quilted using a fish scale design that I loved. 
If you would like to see exactly how to make four half square triangle blocks at a time without any measuring,  I found a great tutorial at http://www.thatgirlthatquilt.com/2011/03/have-stitchin-weekend.html .  I failed to take pics of the steps myself, but found her site which explains it better than I ever could!  Don't you love the web.  This quilt will be auctioned off at our annual Girl's Camp fundraiser this next Saturday! 
Diana
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  1. Lani @ Simply Fresh VintageFebruary 16, 2013 at 11:12 AM

    Hi Diana,

    I saw your link at Six Sisters Stuff Linky Party.

    I love the way this came out! Will definitely look at the tutorial. I just made a Valentine wallhanging that was all half square triangles, using the traditional method.

    Thanks for sharing :)

    Lani
    SimplyFreshVintage.com



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    1. Diana PikeFebruary 19, 2013 at 8:31 AM

      Lani, just checked out your blog and "wow". Had to start following you. (I know that sounded creepy.....) Loved you heart quilt and the home shopping story. I also moved east of the mississippi from California so I get it!

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  2. SandyFebruary 16, 2013 at 3:51 PM

    That is beautiful! Thanks for the link to the tutorial :)

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    1. Diana PikeFebruary 18, 2013 at 9:30 PM

      Thank you, I loved this fabric collection. The colors make me happy.

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  3. belmoniliFebruary 16, 2013 at 10:34 PM

    How beautiful! I took a class a couple of years ago...I got one square made. I need to stick to making jewelry :-) Thanks for sharing!

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    1. Diana PikeFebruary 18, 2013 at 9:31 PM

      Oh do give it another try! I promise it will be easy!

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  4. maxzoeFebruary 17, 2013 at 6:40 AM

    I just found your link and I can't wait to start getting your email newsletters. Such a great tutorial. Can't wait to try it! Thanks!

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    1. Diana PikeFebruary 18, 2013 at 9:35 PM

      Good luck and hope you will let us see what you come up with!

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  5. UnknownFebruary 17, 2013 at 11:43 AM

    It is just gorgeous! Thanks for the inspiration :-)

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    1. Diana PikeFebruary 18, 2013 at 9:37 PM

      Thanks Leisa for your kind words. I am already working on a new quilt using Nancy Drew fabric. Hope to post it soon, so let me know what you think....

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  6. ShirleyFebruary 18, 2013 at 1:31 PM

    That's so nice, hope it raises lots of money.

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    1. Diana PikeFebruary 18, 2013 at 9:33 PM

      I hope it does too but I am tempted to bid on it myself! I have actually done that before.....and won back my own quilt. Crazy, I know.

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    2. ShirleyFebruary 19, 2013 at 3:55 AM

      Oh that's a wonderful thing to do, good luck and hope you win it.

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  7. JenniferFebruary 18, 2013 at 6:49 PM

    Your quilt is gorgeous! Those colors are so pretty!

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    1. Diana PikeFebruary 18, 2013 at 9:38 PM

      Thanks Jenny. Hope you stop by often. It's fun to hear what others think!

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  8. KirstyFebruary 19, 2013 at 9:09 PM

    Looks great!! Well done!! I'm the same as you were, a little scared of triangles. I will have to check out the tutorial. Thanks for sharing!

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  9. UnknownFebruary 21, 2013 at 12:20 AM

    Beautiful! I love it!

    I would like to invite you to my linky party, Thrifty Thursday!

    appleofmamaseye.blogspot.com

    Hope to see you there!

    -Lindsey

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  10. DanielleFebruary 21, 2013 at 6:57 PM

    This is beautiful - I especially love the colors!!

    I found you at Whatever Goes Wednesday @ Someday Crafts! I'd love for you to share this with our readers at the Pinterest Power Party and get pinned! Hope you have a Terrific Thursday!

    Danielle
    http://www.sewmuchcrafting.com/2013/02/pinterest-power-party-co-hosting.html?

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  11. Ladybird LnFebruary 21, 2013 at 10:37 PM

    love Love LOVE the colors, what a cute quilt! I showed you off tonight at my party, hope to see you there!

    Carlee
    www.ladybirdln.com

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  12. Mary @ Sea QuiltsFebruary 22, 2013 at 12:03 PM

    Absolutely love the colors. So lovely.

    Thanks for the peek ~ Mary

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