Today's Learning Center post on not so basic quilting tools. I asked several quilting friends to recommend their favourites and have give-aways for a few of them too.
Half-square triangles are the foundation for many quilt designs. Today, I'll show you how to make super-easy 1/2-square triangle blocks the no-hassle way in
Learn how to make 2-at-a-time half-square triangles and download the match cheat sheet for easy reference on starting square size!
A video demonstration, HST conversion chart to make all block sizes, and sewing techniques to sew 2, 4 or 8 half square triangles at a time!
Almost 3-1/2 years ago i shared the Magic 8 method on my blog. That particular post has been pinned thousands of times, shared and re~blogged over and over. Well...the other day, i was thinking about this method and may have an idea to improve just a bit on the very popular Magic 8 method. Nothing earth shattering, but just something to consider...Plus i've created a cutting chart and sharing a slick way to trim all those half square triangles! So let's begin at the beginning. How to make 8 half square triangles using only 2 fabric squares. To make a Magic 8, first determine what size finished half square triangles are desired. For example: To make 2" finished half square triangles, Add to the 2" measurement, 7/8". Your total is now 2-7/8" Multiply 2-7/8" by 2. That equals 5-3/4". (2) 5-3/4" fabric squares are the size needed to create (8) 2" finished half square triangles. ** improvement: cut the 2 fabric squares 1/4" larger. For the above example...Cut (2) 6" squares instead of 5-3/4". This will allow you to trim your half square triangles for more accuracy. For those very accurate quilters, this step may not be necessary. Here's how to make a Magic 8 Take your desired fabric squares and place them right sides together. Draw 2 diagonal lines corner to corner Stitch a 1/4" on either side of both drawn lines Cut the stitched fabric squares apart, resulting in 8 half square triangles. There will be 4 cuts. With each cut, be careful not to shift the fabric squares. The first is a vertical cut, right down the middle. The second cut will be horizontal...again, right in the middle. The third cut is corner to corner and the fourth cut is the opposite corner to corner Voila! If the fabric squares shift a bit, the extra 1/4" will allow one to trim for accuracy. Now for a great trimming trick... Say you need to trim your half square triangles to 2". Draw a diagonal line using a dry erase pen on an acrylic ruler. In this example i've drawn my diagonal line 2" down from the corner of the ruler. If you want to trim half square triangles to 1-1/2", the 'dry erase' diagonal line would be 1-1/2" down from the corner of the ruler. Line up the 'dry erase' diagonal line with the seam, and trim. EZPZ! This trimming trick is shared from Corey Yoder of Little Miss Shabby Here's a chart to help determine what size fabric squares to cut for the desired Half Square Triangles. The unfinished size is also the trimming size which includes seam allowance. ***For a FREE printable download of these instructions, head over to my Craftsy Pattern Store HERE. Look for the Free Magic 8 Tutorial. Consider following my Crafty Pattern Store too as i will be offering more free tutorials soon! Now...go make something yummy with all those half square triangles!!
Scrap Fun Patterns To reuse all your fabric scraps and left-overs from previous quilts you can make a fun project like a new quilt, place mats, runners, bag or whatever you wish with these patterns. The base of the Scrap Fun patterns is a finished block size of 3”. Scrap Fun is based on the Foundation Paper Piecing method and each set consists of 16-18 different blocks and you can print the patterns for as much blocks as you need for your project. The Scrap Fun sets are sorted by type: Volume 1 : HST (Halve Square Triangles) Volume 2 : Log Cabin Volume 3 : Miscellaneous I Volume 4 : Miscellaneous II Volume 5: Nature Volume 6: Multi Piecing (Advanced users) The pattern is available for instant download after purchase. How to download a digital item - https://etsy.me/2TpSAWs No refunds are allowed. Please contact me if you have any problems with your order
This method is the most popular way to make quarter square triangles for a reason. It is easy and gives a perfect result every time.
A video demonstration, HST conversion chart to make all block sizes, and sewing techniques to sew 2, 4 or 8 half square triangles at a time!
Quilt dated 1862 32-1/4" x 38-1/4" I have been rattling on about this scrappy triangle quilt dated 1862, my main point being if i...
One of the easiest places to start quilting is with a 1/2-square triangle. I'll show you how to create this traditional quilting staple without fussing around
Click here for a printable pattern: block-1 This is your pattern…so whether you are doing 2″, 3″ or 4″ blocks…doesn’t matter…You stitch the HST like this demo…Click HERE…and then stitch them into 4
The half-square triangle: You can't get far into quilting without encountering this foundational unit. Today we'll cover HSTs math and how to trim HSTs
Looking for a cute foundation paper piecing project? Or are you a scrap lover trying to figure out what to do with all those little leftover bits of fabric? I’ve got the answer: foundation paper pieced Scrappy Triangles and Scrappy Strips. They are super cute and versatile. Plus, there is no finicky cutting, they can use the smallest odd sized bits, and the piecing is always precise. The Tiny Piecing Collection includes of 3 sets of foundation paper pieced Scrappy (half square) Triangles and 2 sets of Scrappy Strips. If you want the flexibility and fun of piecing all the sizes, you'll want the whole Tiny Piecing Collection. (Plus,.... shhhh.... don't tell anyone, but you will save $10 over buying them separately.) Here is what is included: The 1" Scrappy Triangle patterns: - 16 Scrappy Triangle foundations - pincushion pattern The 2" Scrappy Triangle patterns: - 18 Scrappy Triangle foundations - 8" quilt block pattern The 3" Scrappy Triangle patterns: - 20 Scrappy Triangle foundations - 12" quilt block pattern The 1" Scrappy Strip (1" x 8") patterns: - 4 left and right facing Scrappy Triangle strips - 2 left and right facing plain half square triangle strips - 4 abstract scrappy strips - 4 striped strips - 8" quilt block pattern The 2" Scrappy Strip (2" x 6") patterns: - 6 left and right facing Scrappy Triangle strips - 3 abstract strips - 3 striped strips - 12" quilt block pattern You will have hours of fun playing with these foundations! They are a fun, fast scrap buster that can be used in many ways. The simplest way is to use the Scrappy Triangles in place of half square triangles in any quilt block pattern. If the pattern says to make eight 3” half square triangles, make and use eight 3” Scrappy Triangles instead. Then try using the Scrappy Strips as accent panels in zipper pouches, bags, and quilt blocks. The possibilities are endless! The patterns are delivered as a digital file, so you can print as many as you want! Please, download and save right away. The patterns do not include instructions for how to foundation paper piece, but I do have a tutorial on my blog you can reference. The Ultimate Guide to Foundation Paper Piecing: (https://www.leilagardunia.com/blog/how-to-foundation-paper-piece) It will guide you though, step by step. If you are not sure you want the whole Collection, check out my Etsy shop where they are listed separately. https://www.etsy.com/shop/LeilaGardunia You can find my popular Scrappy Mountain Blocks here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/682985151/complete-scrappy-mountain-pattern-bundle P.S. I have a set of 52 Free 6" Scrappy Triangles just for you. You can download them here: https://mailchi.mp/91b3eca58b70/scrappytriangles
I created a Half Square Triangle Cheat Sheet for you that will tell at a glance what size to cut your squares for making HSTs.
6” & 12” Quilt Block Tutorial
Oh my goodness, guys, we’ve made it!! We’re at the final block of the Modern HST Sampler!! This has been an incredible year, I’ve been so privileged to be a part of seeing you all grow in your skills. Thank you for coming along for the ride! If this is the first time you’re reading this, […]
2D Shape worksheets and other geometry resources. Identify, sort & create 2D shapes: squares, rectangles, triangles, circles and more.
You can grab these geometric art printable...and let your kids imaginations run wild! A perfect free printable to let the creativity flow.
Making body shapes is a great movement game for preschoolers, kindergarteners and grade school kids, it's easy to play indoors and out and heaps of fun!
This block is made with half square triangles (HSTs) and squares. It’s a beginner quilt block. How to make a paper pinwheel quilt block Learn to make this block in 2 minutes: Block size 12 1/2 inches
Math Formula Basic Geometry Formula Sheet Math Simple Formula Basic Geometry Area Formulas Area of a Rectangle = Base × Height. Area of a Square = Base × Height. Area of a Square = s2 Area of Triangle = ½(Base × Height) Area of Parallelogram = Base × Height. Area of Trapezoid = ½(Base1 +
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This week is all about Quilting Basics and starting the year with a solid foundation as we begin a new Machine Quilting Block Party. Earlier this week we learned how to prepare our fabric properly and
Scrappy Stars Quilt has been in the making for quite sometime. I've had a vision in mind of what I wanted it to look like, and with lots of doubt and questioning of my vision, it took a lot longer than it should have! I do love how it came out. The fabrics in each star and in each background hold a lot of memories for
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I've been working on a quilt design using half square triangles. It is supposed to be for an Accuquilt Go tutorial, except I'm having the hardest time getting my Go Baby fabric cutter to work. There has been a lot of back and forth with Customer Service, returns (shipping costs adding up!), deliveries and scrap fabric. In the meantime, I'm working out what I'm going to make. This idea started months ago. I knew I wanted to use one of the half square triangle (HST) dies and my stack of Heirloom fabric by Joel Dewberry. I made this sample block awhile back and I really liked it! The stars looked a lot different once I put them together. Kind of plain and flat. I didn't really like the secondary shapes that formed. Especially the square. It's so... square. I tried adding another block to break up the stars and set it on point. This is a sweet little layout, but not really what I was looking for. It didn't feel like a good match with the modern, graphic fabric. It would make a super cute baby quilt though. The HSTs weren't sewn together in stars yet, so why not use one of my favorite HST layouts. I love the repetition and the scattered colors. I added a taupe color to ground the light Heirloom prints. This quickly became the front runner, but I wanted to push myself further. What else? What else could I make? At this point, the kids are asleep, there is some kind of show playing on the TV (background noise) and the DH and I are working away on our laptops. I gave the "rotate block" button a workout in EQ. It was the DH's idea to break it up into quadrants (I'm sure it was his sci-fi influence). Brilliant! I really liked the movement here and also the crisp white and the warm and bold Heirloom. The only thing I didn't love about it was the overall square shape. Again with the squares. Picky Pickerson. I know. What else... I stopped for the night and in the morning I decided to try again but with the actual fabric and not the computer. I don't know how many incarnations of HST layouts I went through. There were a lot. Stripes? No. Zig zags? No. Chevrons? No. Broken Dishes? No. My arms were getting tired. What else?! Why not start with something I already liked and expand on that idea? Change it up a little. This is a riff on the pillow I made for the Pillow Talk Swap. I knew I was done and I had the one when instead of thinking, I could make this, I was thinking, I want to make this. Right now! I left the room, came back... peek. Yup, I still like it. I had lunch, got the kids from school, went to the library and Target. Still like it? Yes. I really do. It's bold, crisp and scrappy. The blocks are big enough to show off the gorgeous fabric and there is a lot of movement and interest. I hope you like it too. Tutorial coming really soon.
Product Description: This set of 30 digital Task Cards cover identification of 2D shapes. There are 15 cards that are Multiple Choice and have 2 options. Correct answers will have a green circle and incorrect answers will have a red circle and line. Another 15 cards are Fill-in-the-Blank and students will type their responses. A Shapes Word Bank is included for students to refer for correct spelling. These cards are aligned to the Common Core 2.G.A.1. Shapes included: circle, crescent, diamond, heart, hexagon, octagon, oval, parallelogram, pentagon, rectangle, semicircle, square, star, trapezoid, triangle. This product includes: A link to access 30 Digital Task Cards on identification of 2D shapes (1 card per slide) on the BOOM Learning TM website Teacher Notes on how to use in your classroom Take a look at the thumbnail images and the preview file above to get a better idea of what the digital task cards look like. If you enjoyed using this resource, please leave feedback. Leaving feedback earns you points toward FREE TPT purchases and I LOVE hearing from my fellow teachers. Follow me and be notified when new products are uploaded. What are Boom Cards™? Boom Cards™ are digital task cards that you play on the Boom Learning™ website. They are easy and fun to use! No printing, cutting, or laminating Interactive Self-grading Use with internet-connected devices: computers, tablets, Smartboards Data tracking with paid subscription You will receive a link to the task cards on the Boom Learning™ website when you download this resource. You will be asked to sign into your account or create a free account. All purchased decks can be found in your library. Boom Cards™ are accessed and used on the Boom Learning™ website. There is no need to download, save, or print. What do I need to use Boom Cards™? To use Boom Cards™ you must be connected to the Internet and have a Boom Learning™ Account (FREE). Boom Cards™ play on modern browsers (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge). Apps are available for Android, iPads, iPhones, and Kindle Fires. Use this resource on a tablet, laptop, computer, Chromebook, or Smartboard. How do I download or access these materials? When you purchase this resource, you'll receive a PDF download. Inside the PDF you will find a link to click that will lead you to the Boom Learning™ Platform. You will then be prompted to sign in or sign up for a free account. After signing in, it will add the deck to your Boom Library. All Boom Card™ decks are housed in and accessed from the Boom Learning™ Platform. No need to download or save! If you enjoyed using this resource, please leave feedback. Leaving feedback earns you points toward FREE TPT purchases and I LOVE hearing from my fellow teachers. Follow me and be notified when new products are uploaded. It pays to follow me! More about BOOM Learning™… To use Boom Cards™, you must be connected to the Internet. Boom Cards™ play on modern browsers (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge). Apps are available for Android, iPads, iPhones, and Kindle Fires. For security and privacy, adults must have a Boom Learning™ account to use and assign Boom Cards™. You will be able to assign the Boom Cards™ you are buying with "Fast Pins," (play provides instant feedback for self-grading Boom Cards™). Fast Play is always a free way for students to engage with Boom Cards™ decks. For additional assignment options you'll need a premium account. If you are new to Boom Learning™, you will be offered a free trial of our premium account. Read here for details: http://bit.ly/BoomTrial. Customer Tips: How to get TpT credits to use on future purchases - Log in, go to "My Purchases," beside each purchase there will be a "Provide Feedback" button. Click it and there will be a page to leave a quick rating and a comment about the resource. When you provide feedback you will earn TpT credits that can be applied to future purchases to save you money! How to Follow My Store - Click the green star beside my name at the top of my store page. You will then be notified when a new resource is posted. JourneyED through Educational Transformations
On Friday Chris tweeted about some HRT – half rectangle triangles – that she was making. She lined up 2 rectangles, sewed 1/4″ from the diagonal like you would with HSTs and came …
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Just what kind of cookie do we want? The adjective tells us! Play this after the article game to allow for gradual increase in complexity. This is also where we introduce the grammar symbols which provide a graphical representation for each part of speech (for example, black triangles for nouns, blue triangles for adjectives). By repeatedly seeing the patterns (via the symbols) of how we put words together in English, children gain an innate understanding of the parts of speech. Item #: GRADJ1
The 12th block of Sewcialites is the Captivate block brought to us by Barbara Groves of Me & My Sister Designs.
Yesterday's GIVEAWAY winners were... Suzy Q, Rosy Patel, and Molly Wiard! Email me with your GALORE choice. CONTINUES! Here's my latest Slides & Ladders games... Click the pics above to grab your own copies. For TODAY ONLY, all of my GALORE sets are on SALE in my Teachers Pay Teachers store for 50% off! If you are missing a set or are interested in trying them out in your own classroom, this is the time to get them. For today's... I am giving 3 winners my Slides & LADDERS collection... Slides and Ladders--Vowel Games Slides and Ladders--Blends and Digraphs Games Slides and Ladders--Long Vowel Games Slides and Ladders--Short Vowel Games Slides and Ladders--Fry Words 1-100 Games Slides and Ladders--Fry Words 101-200 Games Slides and Ladders -- Dolch Words Slides and Ladders--Addition & Subtraction Facts to 20 All you need to do to enter for your chance to win something for Back to School, is to leave a comment! Comment about anything? Yes, it's that EASY! You can also get additional chances to enter... a Rafflecopter giveaway Winners will be randomly selected. GIVEAWAY ends at midnight on Tuesday, July 30th! *This is my first try at Rafflecopter...let's see how it goes.
Block #7 is FULL of color this week! Containers are the work horse of gardens. On decks, windowsills, in the garden itself! I hope you enjoy my thoughts in the pattern Fabrics I'm Using There are still kits if you love the fabric I'm using. This bundle makes me so...
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