Fast and Accurate Half-Square Triangle Units
Quilting Tips and Techniques • Educational, G, 01-Jan-2011
A Basic Patchwork Skill
Half square triangle units are used in so very many blocks and, as always, accuracy helps.
In this video, Valerie shows you how to make these basic units accurately.
With this option of cutting larger squares, sewing across and then triming back, you end up with exactly the right size pieces.
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