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How To Make Half Square Triangles

By: Vicky Pietz from Pattern Princess

Updated September 20, 2022

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How To Make Half Square Triangles

"everywhere as they are easy to sew once you have mastered the steps. Because they are so popular, there are all sorts of half square triangle quilt patterns to choose from that use this design. Half Square Triangles are used to make pinwheel blocks, card trick, maple leaf, trailing star, and broken dishes to name a few. Play with the arrangement in different ways of these versatile quilt blocks to make new designs. It is amazing how changing the fabric colors and layout can create a whole new look. "

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Project TypeLearn a Technique

Quilt Size2 inches wide x 2 inches long

Time to CompleteIn an evening

Primary TechniquePieced

Beginner

Materials List

cotton fabric
pencil
scissors
quilting ruler
rotary cutter
straight pins
iron
ironing board

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