Bonus Triangle Bonanza!!

After making "Delightful Donuts" we had wonderful bonus triangles to play with. I enjoy using them to make children's quilts. In this video we use up every single 4 inch bonus triangle and make seven different quilts. All are different and all are darling and ready to wrap around a child.
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[@tphillips8992]

I love all the creative ways you use all of your fabric!

[@barbarajohnson1572]

TY for the wonderful tips about squaring... I could watch you all day! I agree with being your own designer... it's the best way to use up a stash of fabric... I wish more people would give this a try because i know a LOT of people my age that are going to be leaving behind a LOT of fabric! Be well... Hugs, GrammaBabs

[@maureentaphouse5206]

I know exactly what you mean so I've started making a concerted effort this year to use up fabric and not buy fa bric unless it's backgrounds and some solids, well some patterns if they'll work for borders. I'm trying!

[@paulaneary7877]

WOW, I watch a lot of quilting videos, I mean A LOT. I am VERY impressed with this wonderful video. Lots of cute, easy stuff here!

[@bjuracek21]

Thank you for showing us several different designs from the same basic initial block. Love these!

[@BeckyMortonWeeks]

I love you calling them hug quilts. I call my donation quilts blessing quilts

[@sandradummer4726]

That’s sweet and thoughtful.

[@shawnaleewhitney6630]

Great quilts for kiddos! I love a bonus triangle!

[@merrymabelmarket]

Me too!!

[@lorimilovanovic7241]

Inspiration for so many quilts... I've been searching for the right idea for small quilts. I am making small quilts for police to have in the trunk of their car, for children, in stressful situations. Quilt comfort hugs, beautiful idea 💝

[@merrymabelmarket]

Sounds great!

[@sharonjohnson7458]

Absolutely loved all of your quilts, and all the ideas for the triangle block. Thanks for the ideas.

[@JoyfullyOrangeDeborah]

I discovered the little cutting mats at thhe Dollar (twenty-five) Tree which are now saving me lots of money on not buying a new large mat since i began using them to trim small patches & hsts. Plus, they are easy to turn or put on the rotating mat, which saves it as well. I've now watched a few of your videos thanks to my friend Maggie. Many Blessings to you!

[@merrymabelmarket]

I'm so glad you found us. Thanks to Maggie. I appreciate you sharing what you do.

[@fransak2723]

Bravo! Great job with leftovers! Thanks for the inspiration.

[@jenniferahlstrom590]

soooo much fun!!! you always sound like you're having such a good time; it's infectious!!

[@merrymabelmarket]

I do like to have a "good time"!

[@evaweaver5461]

This is going to be watched many, many times. It's so fascinating to see the different patterns that show up as you fiddle with the pieces.

[@merrymabelmarket]

It is so much fun to play with these!

[@julieh4816]

Just all "oh so lovely" I am happy when you release a video!

[@merrymabelmarket]

Yay, thank you!

[@MylifeMyway7283]

MABEL, I love allll of them ❣️❣️ The colors, the designs, the sizes. ❣️❣️❣️ You did a GREAT JOB ❤❤

[@quiltgram3056]

This was soooooo fun to watch. And packed with bunches of inspiration. Thanks from Maine.

[@merrymabelmarket]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@sherryfaires7931]

These are wonderful ideas! Half square triangles are so versatile. That is exactly what you proved! Thank you!

[@mignonnerogers6848]

Oh I love this!! Thank you for showing all the ways to use the triangles!! And the one at the end with the one block, you mentioned it may be your favorite, I understand! I made a pieced backing for a quilt recently, and my daughter and I decided it was so cozy and comfy looking, I purchased backing for it and the quilt it was to back. We just love that big pieced quilt! 🥰😂♥️

[@merrymabelmarket]

Fun Story!!

[@SpeakTruthBeKind]

I LOVE your posts❣️Thank you ❤

[@patriciadavidson3328]

Love them all! Your videos always make me want to go make something ❤

[@merrymabelmarket]

Go for it!

[@rachelburgener819]

What a wonderful, encouraging, inspiring and beautiful batch of options you’ve showed us👏👏👏 Thank You 🥰✝️🙏🏻❤️😀

[@terryanderson6153]

What a fabulous video! I’m going to SEW!!

[@MichelleFrazier-ze3xu]

You are so good at scrappy quilts! Thank you for the inspiration on these, I love watching your videos and look forward to them.

[@merrymabelmarket]

So kind.

[@faithwellman6272]

Very enjoyable - will be making some Project Linus quilts soon - thank you for the inspiration! 💕

[@merrymabelmarket]

Have fun!

[@TheQHunter]

I love tat your suggestions are so flexible! You share what you tried, several methods that you've tried, and why you picked one but you mention both because someone else may have an easier time with the other. Thanks for sharing!!

[@booomanchu]

I love all these quilts. Your videos are very inspiring. Thank you!

[@linhdasagen6498]

I love your tutorials!!

[@margaretbaker623]

Another fun and interesting video. Thank you! ⚘️

[@cindyf181]

What a great way to use up ALL those HST’s.

[@jwilson1444]

I love that you make the borders different widths between top/bottom vs sides. Adds a lot of interest when you change the scale of similar elements.

[@merrymabelmarket]

That's one of my favorite little tricks!

[@tdriscollch1]

Each quilt is so fun and beautiful!

[@elleelle4176]

OMG is there anything more delicious than a whack of HSTs? Great use of them in soooo many ways. Thanks for the sparkle of ideas :-)

[@GlynisReynolds]

Wow!!! Love all those gorgeous quilts ❤ They are going to brighten someone’s day. Thank you so much for the inspiration 👏👏 🇬🇧

[@arvettadelashmit9337]

All of your little quilts are beautiful. You gave us some wonderful ideas and instructions.. Thank you.

[@deborahvankleef382]

Thank you again for sharing your ideas with us! You never disappoint with your videos and you always inspire me and I am a visual learner so I appreciate what you do on your videos for us…. Your videos are my favorite quilting videos and I love them all and always look forward to seeing them so thank you so very much!!

[@merrymabelmarket]

Thank you so much!

[@virginiaminer4574]

Sooo talented. These will be well loved!

[@pennybrown4008]

A great inspiration. Thank you.

[@merrymabelmarket]

You are so welcome!

[@bsteadfast]

I love the pink and turquoise together..good choice. 👌 ❤ All of your quilts are beautiful. 😍

[@merrymabelmarket]

Thank you! 😊

[@vickieinman6621]

Love, love, love that three-color baby quilt! Thanks for sharing.

[@merrymabelmarket]

The edition of the pink really did snaz it up.

[@moonmare]

Such fun, and so many options with bonus triangles.

[@cherriemcbratney162]

This is so awesome. Such a variety of pattern in color!

[@KatlinBridgeman]

Thank you for sharing! I am new to quilting and even sewing altogether. I have been intimidated by anything other than squares. I’m making quilts for foster care kids for practice. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@merrymabelmarket]

I love the service you are doing as you learn to quilt!!

[@Sewwithdebee]

Great ideas❤

[@MBird-ld6uv]

This is great! ❤️

[@robinaanstey3734]

I love the entire bunch!! You are so creative and talented. TY for sharing your ideas, tips and tricks with us. Cheers from stinking hot FL :)

[@merrymabelmarket]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mariaerikasveller1956]

Just love your tutoring.❤

[@FoD2001]

Brilliant! Thank you! Deb x 🤗💕

[@paulasiefert2059]

Love this!

[@joantabb3062]

Another great video on fast and quilt kiddo quilts. Thank you❤❤

[@cecile862]

Mabel!! You Tube listens to everything I say; I really have to stop talking out loud to myself while sewing. This time YT got it so right. I've been collecting 4inch triangles from a sstitch and flip quilt. Beautiful blues. Flying geese, pinwheels, what to do? Your video popped up and at once! Friendship stars! Yes❤ You have a lovely voice . A gentle energy, enjoyment, smiling expression and kindness flowing in all directions. I had seen your exquisite wonky triangle quilt ages ago and have carried it's charm in my head, waiting for the day I could see myself tackling so many small blocks. I'm old. I'd hate to start and leave before I'd completed such a gorgeous endeavour😅 Thank you, seriously, my day is made, you wonderful woman.

[@merrymabelmarket]

Thank you for the truly kind comments!! I'm so glad that our KZbin found you!

[@Susietacoma]

Lovely and truly beautiful. I see two favorites that I wish I had for myself! Hopefully the children are delighted and will take great comfort in these wonderful works of art. 💖

[@merrymabelmarket]

I hope so too!

[@elizabethjury2930]

Just love the idea to use up leftovers as well. Beautiful quilts. 🌻

[@katharinesmith3993]

Love this tutorial. Now I know what to do with my half square triangles. Thanks

[@merrymabelmarket]

That's wonderful to hear!

[@BeckyMortonWeeks]

They are so cute!

[@jeane.2722]

love them all.

[@sandrahaigh2976]

I love the ocean fabric 😍💙💚

[@annah4550]

Great tips! This is a great watch. Thank you!

[@tonjamontoya5063]

Wowza! Amazing what you can do with triangle!!! Thank you so much!

[@kendranewton9071]

Love them all, my favorite is the one where the triangle blocks radiate from the center 4 patch with the light borders.

[@merrymabelmarket]

That one was so simple and beautiful.

[@hinamahmood5030]

Good job 👏 I really love it ,thank you for sharing ❤

[@merrymabelmarket]

You’re welcome 😊

[@passthedonuts]

trimming a few at a time - good idea

[@denisestilling2810]

Love your quilts!

[@merrymabelmarket]

Thank you for watching!

[@winwinmyfriend4727]

I love half square triangles I love what you did with all 😅quilts I would love to try the one that looks like a bunch of triangles around the world lol.❤🎉 I love the colors to.

[@carmenmaldonado2982]

Beautiful

[@merrymabelmarket]

Thank you!

[@vickieinman6621]

I love half square triangles! 100 years ago I was afraid of them. I'm not even sure why.

[@merrymabelmarket]

Isn't that often the case. We are afraid of things and then - not at all!

[@JudithJoice-nk7mf]

Beautiful!

[@lynnperschke3966]

What a great tutorial thank you!

[@ShadowMoonFarms]

Thanks for shairng

[@suebennett3715]

Thanks again for taking the mystery out of quilt design, my most difficult part whenever I can’t find the right quilt pattern.

[@CazkiwiNZ]

A little tip… I put a small 3M hook in the middle of my smaller square 4/5 inch rulers (also my 6x1 and 12x1 inch rulers too actually)… it gives me a stable better hold on them and fingers are up high 🤗🤗🤗 (I also use a template grip sticker on the bottom as well so with both the hook on top and the grip on the bottom, I get way less movement and more control!) I’m loving your videos! 🫶🫶🫶 Your enthusiasm is contagious, you’re so cute!

[@tinamcelyea5972]

I always love the pinwheel quilt squares. I'm OCD and for my brain it works best.

[@merrymabelmarket]

The motion they portray is pretty great!

[@tinamcelyea5972]

@@merrymabelmarket maybe tha5 and the color is what i like so much.

[@miriamsinclair1655]

I keep all HST that I can do with leftover from building a block. I do some with other piece left over like the little triangle from joint in binding. I square them to the nearest 1/4 inch and sort them by size. I’m doing this since years and I have a bunch of them now from 1 inch to 4 inches. Eventually I will do a project with them, I have already wrote down idea of design.

[@merrymabelmarket]

Sounds like a fun plan!

[@marisaa.francoianatividade8670]

Lindos trabalhos ❤

[@chi2tan]

Thank you. So many ways to play with HST

[@candaciesilcott7542]

Thank you, so beautiful

[@lance3665]

Thanks very creative.

[@Artindi]

Gonna go "pop" that like button now. ;)

[@marilynjohnson3180]

I love your positive attitude. This is such a great idea with the triangles. I see that your boarders are different sizes. What are your measurements? I also have a form a dyslexia and struggle. You have given me several tips. I am so happy that I found your channel.

[@merrymabelmarket]

All of the measurements vary depending on how it LOOKS to me. Plus, I aim to make the quilts the size that my "donation" lady prefers. (40 x 50-58) So, I just decide on border size by what looks good and by what size I'm aiming for.

[@koalasez1200]

Timely and THANK YOU!!! For some odd reason I always get turned inside out when trying to square up (and I learned to quilt in 1999 but don’t do it consistently…that’s probably why 😂). Love your tutorials 🥰🥰

[@merrymabelmarket]

You are so welcome!

[@patriciamoller3060]

Gift hands , ver clever

[@naseemahamad8857]

Amazing

[@terryanderson6153]

I want to be a designer like you❤

[@merrymabelmarket]

I'm pretty sure you are!

[@barbmckinlay5108]

❤❤❤

[@karonwostenholme6533]

♥️♥️♥️

[@hayati-f-beeti]

Nice 👍

[@karenr.sternberg1920]

Thanks for such an EXCELLENT Video, such fun, great variety in layouts, all terrific ideas!

[@merrymabelmarket]

I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@sindhiculturemuqadasstyle9031]

Nice

[@caitlinmatthews1401]

Great video as always! I’ve been making Project Linus quilts and this gives me some new ideas. What size are the quilts you did? They look to be about the same size.

[@merrymabelmarket]

My lady likes them to be anywhere from 40 x 50-58. She will take them smaller too. But I try to stay around that size.

[@eviedenell9179]

Loved your confidence builder on squaring up..just wondering what size are you're finished kids quilts? They are all so kid cuddly!

[@merrymabelmarket]

Usually 40 x 50-58. That is the size that is preferred by the places I donate to. Though they will accept them smaller and even bigger. That is just what they prefer. So usually I'm in the range of about 40 x 54ish.

[@eviedenell9179]

Thank you..very helpful!😊

[@maureentaphouse5206]

Oh yes I have difficulty trimming with the smallest rulers. Even cutting a 1 1/2' square out of scraps is easier for me with say a 4 1/2" ruler. It worries me if my fingers are too close to the blade especially now arthritis is showing its face in my hands.

[@merrymabelmarket]

Yes!

[@OrlaQuirk]

A wise witch once told me, "Sewing is like magic: whatever works for you." I replied, "Sewing is like politics; a good press job works wonders." Anyway, do what works for you. I have to agree, a tiny ruler is scary for my fingers.

[@Whatsnormal637]

💥 🤺💐

[@lauramiddleton2709]

To make a 4.5" sq HST what do you cut your sqaures at? Could you use two layer cakes and make four and trip them to size?

[@merrymabelmarket]

It sounds good to me, but I haven't used that method for ever - so I don't dare advice you. Try it and see? Probably no trimming needed.

[@kim_4448]

A 5 inch square will yield 2 - 4.5” unfinished hst (4 inch finished). Draw a diagonal line corner to corner, sew 1/4 in on each side, cut on diagonal line, then trim. the formula is finished sized plus 7/8”, but you have to be exact on your cutting and quarter inch, so easiest to take finished size and add an inch then trim down. You could do the easy eight method with a layer cake to get 8 4 in finished (4.5 in unfinished) hst. Look up 8 at a time HST and there are lots of videos and instructions on how to do it. Good luck!

[@marybrown6419]

Hello. I love your triangles. What size was the original fabric before sewing and cutting down? Example, where pieces 4 1/2 before putting together or what?

[@merrymabelmarket]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/joKxd3ivd65gaMU This is the video where I create the excess triangles. If you watch, you can see where they came from.

[@momistaken]

When you do a pinwheel block, how do you get a flat center? Mine are always a pokey mess. I’m talking about getting all those points together at the center in case anybody’s new!

[@merrymabelmarket]

Marti Mitchell has a short called the "Four Patch Swirl" and there are people who swear by that. (You can google it and see.) I've tried to make it happen and I just don't think it matters enough to take the time. Also, if you don't want to make sure the thread breaks so that it can twist on back - it is also less bulky to just press the seam open. (I have been known to do that.) Generally though - I just press as shown in my video - because speed and a longarm are important to me and it is flat enough. Batting is the great equalizer. And I'm careful when I quilt to go right through those centers and nail them down.

[@donnahardin4651]

I am new to quilting - what is the measuring tool called that was clear and you were cutting strips? It looked amazing. thank you - Also I wanted to add - what a special talent you have to gift children with a comfort quilt.

[@merrymabelmarket]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/mV6tdoZsmLuHiJY Here is a link to our "favorite tools" video. I tell all about that ruler in this video. Being new to quilting is SO FUN!

[@donnahardin4651]

@@merrymabelmarket thank you!

[@tdriscollch1]

Do you make your hug quilts a specific size to give to a specific organization? I’m wondering what size I should make my charity quilts.

[@merrymabelmarket]

The lady that takes my donations prefers the quilts to be 40 inches by 50-55. She will take them whatever size, but that is her preference. I used to donate to a children's hospital that wanted them to be 40 x 60. It really does depend on the organization you are donating to.

[@peggersf9709]

👋👋 What is your finished size for your kids quilts? Thanks for you inspiration 😊❤

[@merrymabelmarket]

Usually 40 x 50-58. That is the size that is preferred by the places I donate to. Though they will accept them smaller and even bigger. That is just what they prefer. So usually I'm in the range of about 40-54ish.

[@peggersf9709]

@@merrymabelmarket thank you ☺️

[@gar25]

Hello my you do tutorial of Shape cut. I have seen other but it just don't click on my head. I enjoy your video because for me I understand them better. Sorry that's just me. Thank you

[@merrymabelmarket]

We can discuss that idea. Thank you.

[@LearningAllICan]

Lovely. I've looked but can't find your dimensions for the Quilty Hug quilts. Is there a specific size?

[@merrymabelmarket]

The place I donate to prefers 40 x 50-58. I usually end up around 54 or 55. I just make quilts as big as the places I am donating to prefers. This is a great size!

[@LearningAllICan]

@@merrymabelmarket Thank you so much for answering. Have a beautiful day.

[@caroltambourine405]

What size are the child hugs quilts? What type of batting do you use? Thanks.

[@merrymabelmarket]

The lady who distributes them to the various charities prefers that they are 52-60 inches and about 40 inches wide. I usually use 80/20 for these. I will use whatever is on sale that is good. But I most prefer Quilter's Dream Batting.

[@caroltambourine405]

Thank you.

[@julienixon5911]

What size did you make them?

[@merrymabelmarket]

Around 40 x 50 to 60 - generally 55ish.