Half-Square Triangle Sampler Part 3

Welcome back. I'm changing the rules a bit. This sampler has three blocks with different cutting dimensions. To keep things simple I'm sharing the instructions here for Block #4, #11, and #12.
Cut two squares, one light and one dark, 5-1/2" x 5-1/2" each. Using diagram below as a guide draw a diagonal line corner to corner on the back of the light square. Layer and pin the marked square on top of the dark square right sides together. Sew  1/4" from each side of the drawn line. Press flat. Cut on the drawn line. Press open toward the dark fabric. You now have two Half-Square Triangles. Square up these units to measure 4-1/2" x 4-1/2" square.  For each block cut a center square 4-1/2" x 4-1/2".

These three blocks use eight (8) Half-Square Triangle units. Note color placement. Two of these blocks use three colors. Turn and sew the units together to create the block as shown.

                 Block #4                                                                                                   Block #11

Block #12

Need a quick gift? Choose your favorite block and make a placemat. My sample was made by cutting two pieces 3-1/2" x 12-1/2" for the side borders.

                                                                    Placemat sample

Visit me on March 7th for block #5 and #6.

Happy quilting,

Joan

Half-Square Triangle Sampler Part 2

I've decided to share two blocks a week as opposed to one as stated in the first sampler blog. Below is a picture of the completed sampler.

Following the instructions for Half-Square triangles, in my February 13th post, make 16 units to create each block numbers 2 and 3 as shown below.

                      Block #2
 Don't want to make 12 blocks? 

Block #3

  Choose 1 block and make a runner.

Be creative. How about using holiday fabrics? I'll share more ideas on how to use the blocks from this sampler in my next post on February 28th.
Be sure to contact me with any questions or comments at jaybeehive@yahoo.com
Thanks for visiting,
Joan
                     

Half-Square Triangle Sampler Part 1

The following is my interpretation of a sampler quilt using one unit for all twelve blocks, the Half-Square Triangle. This is a fun and quick project. Another benefit is it's a way to use up your scraps. There are twelve blocks measuring 12-1/2" x 12-1/2" unfinished. I'll be sharing a block a week with you. OK so you don't want to wait the twelve weeks to finish your quilt. There are those of you who can look at the blocks and finish them. By all means do it. The point is to have fun and work at your pace.

The following instructions are for the Half-Square Triangle units used in the blocks. Cut two squares, one light and one dark, 4-1/2" x 4-1/2" each. Using diagrams below as a guide draw a diagonal line corner to corner on the back of the light square. Layer and pin the marked square on top of the dark square right sides together. Sew a 1/4" from each side of the drawn line. Press flat. Cut on the drawn line. Press open toward the dark fabric. You now have two Half-Square Triangles. Square up these units to measure 3-1/2" x 3-1/2" square. Note: There are 3 blocks that use different dimensions. I will share the instructions with you when the blocks are due for piecing. 

Block number 1 uses sixteen (16) Half-Square Triangle units. Turn and sew the units together to create the block as shown.

I look forward to sharing this quilting adventure with you. Look for block number 2 next week.
Any questions feel free to contact me at jaybeehive@yahoo.com.
Joan