Block 2 of
Hand-Pieced QAL is Half-Square Triangle. Patty's suggestion in the
tutorial was to make one at a time, but I was a rebel and made them two at a time as I always do. Fortunately there are no Hand-Pieced Police monitoring this QAL!
Last week my block measured 1/4 inch less than the suggested 6-1/2 inches square. I was hoping this block would measure correctly, but it is still about 1/8 inch off all around. But it is getting better! I am much more relaxed than I was last week, and I actually look forward to stitching time in front of the TV.
I'm adding this post to
Patty's link-up, and you can check out other versions of this block by clicking on it. You can find more information about this QAL by clicking on the logo above. It's never too late to join in the fun, and it really is fun.
Your block looks great, Linda! I love the plus fabric in the center. Both of my blocks are 6 and 3/8 - and I can't really figure out why! Maybe we need to iron the heck out of them, lol! :)
ReplyDeleteYes it is a mystery to me Diann! :D
DeleteLovely block. Thanks for linking up with the Hand Pieced QAL.
ReplyDeleteThank you Patty. :)
DeleteWoman, you are on fire! I feel like such a slacker next to you. I cannot tell you how many projects I have only partially completed. You are an inspiration!
ReplyDeletePattie I feel that way about YOU. You have a gorgeously decorated home, make delicious food every day, and make wonderful jewelry for your Etsy shop! And I have a box full of partially completed or barely started projects. ;)
DeleteThese are lovely blocks. They make me want to join in. I have a feeling the fabric will ease in in the end. I'm trying to remember if I used to stitch on the outer edge of the pencil line when I used to hand piece (sort of like doing a scant 1/4 when sewing on a machine) to allow "space" for the seam. But don't take my word for it. Your QAL sponsors might have some ideas to keep the sizing right.
ReplyDeleteI'm going to try that Janine, because your hand stitching is exquisite (I don't use that word lightly!) I was just watching a video this morning for the next block, and the host's stitches are minuscule compared to my big blocky stitches. And I feel like I'm taking tiny stitches!
DeleteBeautiful blocks Linda :) Christine xx
ReplyDeleteThank you Christine. :)
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