HALF SQUARE TRIANGLES - The PERFECT patchwork element?

[@frontofficed.burnell-power6288]

Kaye you take the "prissy" out of quilting and I so enjoy it. I appreciate how you try to empower us beginners instead of intimidate and create dependance. And you try to put almost everything within our reach. You are a born teacher and uplifter.

[@greatexp59]

I adore your sense of humor and your common sense way of explaining these blocks!

[@elsie3255]

what I enjoyed about your video is that you are direct. No blarney or giggles. And I can play this over and over and you never disappoint or change God bless you for many more years.

[@suzijohnson3157]

Kaye, I do so enjoy your videos. I appreciate the way you break things down to the simplest form and the rebuild to show the outcome. Your method of teaching is right on target for my method of fully understanding the process. Seriously ... you always turn the light on ... in my head! Thank you!!

[@notesfromleisa-land]

I was cleaning up my sewing room. I found some of my initial HST's....made early in my quilting journey and incorporated into a pinwheel block (with no spun center gasp!). It was nice to look at my blocks and appreciate how far I have come. I did spin the centers. More importantly, I had NO SHAME that my corners were not 50:50 with the colors I chose, because now (due to the great quilt teachers such as you and others), all of my HST's are perfect. And none should judge their first attempts as anything but apprenticeship skill building--and a slightly wonky block is better than none at all. I am in the camp of trimming down (after not being in that camp). Any small deviation on an angular cut (whether cutting, sewing, pressing) magnifies. I trim with my HST's closed, so I'm only making 2 cuts using the seam line. It helps me save time later. Your teaching equips quilters to fend for themselves and not rely on others. So many ask "How do I resize?". Your gridding helps people understand what you can resize (and what you cannot due to divisors/multiples that may not play well together). Love your beautiful jacket....Elegant, smart and sassy (you and your jacket!)

[@suessewnsew4421]

What a delight you are to teach!!! I so enjoyed your humor & knowledge!! You go girl!!

[@mike1968442]

In a previous video, you stated that your side triangle is the only piece that you cut larger. I agree! Fabric is too expensive to over-size each and every piece. Our elders didn’t do it back in the day and I’m not either. Nothing I do is perfect and I have accepted that- I do my best!

[@KayeEngland]

I can cut these exact but diagonal sets can move a bit so I overcut a bit just in case. it’s a choice.

[@amandagann1210]

Whoa, I just stumbled upon this lady. I love her sense of humor, straightforward manner. I feel inspired. I can’t wait to check into the rest of her stuff.😊

[@maryshivers7469]

I have been quilting for years, and you still manage to teach me something new! Don't ever stop doing videos. I think you probably touch more lives than you know!

[@gwenbell1390]

I made this quilt for my grandnephew for Christmas. I too love HSTs!

[@daleevans4261]

That was another fantastic video. Really enjoyed it. And a Happy Father's Day to your son/camera man Brian.

[@janecatalano8621]

Kaye, Thank you for explaining this math to me. I'm new to quilting and I'm with Mary Ellen...forget those 7/8" and 5/8" cuts! Hahaha! It's SO much easier to cut larger then trim everything down accurately. You're a GREAT instructor! I love watching you!

[@elaineadair]

Oh yes, "plethora" is such a wonderful word - so glad to hear it occasionally! 8-))) Love your videos - you are so "to the point".

[@Cherjer113]

I’ve never liked cutting the 7/8 measures….but after this I think I will start!

[@KayeEngland]

It does work and rulers are just a different choice. Have fun

[@michellegarraway2214]

Kaye, I cannot express enough how happy I am that I found your channel. You have inspired me to rake my piecing to another level. My next purchases will be uour PDF bundles. Please, please, please keep making your videos. Love your work!! Thank you!!

[@suzanner2454]

What a beautiful jacket! Thank you for the video.

[@GlendaNorris-qx3in]

Your quilts in the background are beautiful ❤

[@michellefrothingham4275]

👏👏👏so good to see and hear you Kaye… i learned alot and many refresher’s.

[@BrendaH289]

Excellent information Kaye

[@christinegrossi4430]

Thank you for this. I’m not particularly experienced with quilting, but I have analyzed a lot of patterns. I used to draw them out on graph paper so that I could understand them. Something I’ve wanted to do is design a quilt with pieced borders, but how the heck would I figure out the sizes? You’ve given me the key!

[@bernadettelipkin636]

Love listening to you!!

[@candacefeulner5933]

You can’t imagine how excited I was to open my computer this morning and see your newest video waiting for me. Your methods of instruction are so inspiring, while providing me techniques that will serve me throughout all my quilt journeys. Can’t wait to tear into my stash and do a plethora of HSTs. Thank you for teaching an old dog (me) some new tricks!

[@francesschireson-dody1516]

I'm sure glad they have a save button! What a great video. But I am so bad at math that I'm going to have to play it back a few times until my feeble brain builds a few more neural pathways. I love the 7/8" rule and caught onto that instantly. Alas, I will have to figure out with a few repetitions what you did with the placement of the ruler. Can you tell I'm new at this? I'm taking comfort in the idea that you can teach an old dog new tricks...it just takes a bit longer. Thank you so much!

[@LUCINDA2789]

I’ve been working on my triangle for two years and made 3 quilts and 3 are in progress. I don’t have the rulers with the7/8 on it But it would be nice to find one Love your teaching on the math. It help’s a lot. I’ve. Keep all my little triangle from other quilts I made and will eventually use them. Some day. ?!!!!!

[@omisfavorites1054]

Love, love , love your approach! It just works for my brain. Thanks for showing us these wonderful blocks/ quilts.

[@mmckerley1]

I feel the same way. My brain just clicked with her explanation of seeing each unit. 🥳

[@dorothyscott7617]

Always a learning experience watching your videos. Thanks so much.

[@dawnwebb3645]

You plus your editors make the most enjoyable video!

[@conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509]

Hello! Such beautiful quilt blocks and great tutorial! I hope you have a beautiful and creative week ahead! Thank you for posting this video.

[@connierogers6853]

I like the short videos, too! Because I can retain most of what you say and put it to practice! Thanks!

[@angelamarks4788]

Dear Kaye, I love Solomon’s Temple! Just bought your book, Graceful Journey and love it! Love those biblical quilts! Thanks for this awesome session and really learned a lot. All the very best, Angela ❤️

[@charlotteangotti5275]

Love you! This one nailed it, too, by the way.

[@CarolSmith-hs4xm]

I’ve so enjoyed watching and learning. Tried the 7/8 addition for HST… worked just like you said. What addition to the square do I add to make QST. I’d been trying rather unsuccessfully for the last week … long story … and then I find this tutorial. I doubt I’ll ever make a full sized quilt but wanted to try my hand at smaller… both piece and quilt … table topper to start. Then grad to baby sized for our first great grands coming later this year. 💖

[@KayeEngland]

That’s a bit more complicated and we will do that unit next.

[@jenniferfountainekuch8528]

Incredible, Kaye!!! Thank you!!

[@gisellejones1139]

Thanks that was very informative

[@julieh4816]

Excellent information!

[@mmckerley1]

Kaye, I'm a confident beginner quilter. You have given me the confidence to design my own blocks with your videos. I call it my new super power!! Thank you so much for explaining the math behind HST! Keep the videos coming! ❤️

[@austinhartman819gmail.9]

Hello Millie 👋 how are you doing today?

[@Sharon-pb7so]

I just adore you! I'm going to make one of those quilts. I'm partial to Solomon's Temple and Lost Ships. I'm going to think about which one I'm going to do. Thank you for the wonderful tutorial on HST's.

[@andreawalker2535]

So nice to see you again. Thank you for your videos!

[@jeanettewithrow9641]

Very inspiring and motivating thanks

[@deborahlunsford6983]

Interesting and clear instructions. Thanks

[@eduardachi2571]

i love your jacket and i like your non nonsense attitude

[@MsFly999]

Thank you so much Kaye I’m just starting to learn to quilt not long ago from other but yours is so far it’s the best teacher for me I’ve learnt and improve a lot on my sewing to me basic is the most important thing before I can jump into any quilting design thank you so much 😊

[@sandyweaver9044]

Love your presentation style, keep up the great work!💕

[@quiltsick]

You never fail to teach & entertain!! LOVE every video!!

[@austinhartman819gmail.9]

Hello Karen 👋 how are you doing today?

[@cynthiamarble1232]

thank you for all the info. learned a lot

[@janicecroft2304]

Great info as always. I love your jacket too.

[@maggiedoor6093]

Thanks it helped me so much to finally understand the process.

[@suecone2198]

This was such a great explanation of half square triangles and how blocks work! Thanks 😊

[@dianawright8334]

Nice Miss Kaye ❤️

[@Marlenemaise72-cc2dt]

Absolutely beautiful quilts behind you❤

[@KayeEngland]

Thank you! 😊

[@ShadowMoonFarms]

Thank you

[@terrygloeckl68]

Awesome information for newbs.. Thank You! ❤

[@craftyak2]

Thank you Kaye. Your knowledge of how to build a quilt is very appreciated here on my end of the world although it will be awhile before I can get to use your tutorial. A hammer and paint brush are my tools for the summer.

[@KayeEngland]

And that can be fun as well. Enjoy

[@elizabethcollins8817]

I have been waiting for your next video and it did not disappoint! Thank you for this lesson!!!

[@nancyochoa3111]

Thank you so much. That was very informative. It made me want to head to my machine and start making those half square triangles.

[@sewfreelq]

This is so informative, thank you!

[@Longcoolwoman-l5g]

My first time watching, I subscribed. I like your style. I was just going through my fabric stash and found 2 unfinished quilts. One my mother started, perfect for a Christmas quilt, green and white 6-point stars. One my grandmother started, a teddy bear stencil, 18" blocks, all the bears are the same muted brown floral mini print on white background. I think I'll sash each block 1" around with a soft solid brown keeping it monotone. I may put half-square triangles in the corners for added interest?

[@mrsworms]

Great content and such useful information. Thanks for sharing. 👍

[@debbieb6480]

Am just found a quilt from Moda Fabric. It is half square triangles. Where can I find the rulers you talk about. So to cut my own I add 7/8 inches to what it finishes at. ? Want to make sure I have that right.

[@KayeEngland]

Correct on the 7/8. As of now the rulers are not available but there are others in the market that cut half square triangles

[@cynthiaradobenko955]

Wow thank you!!!!!

[@hayati-f-beeti]

Nice 👍 thanks 🌹

[@jackiemobley8529]

You are such a lovely lady, Kaye. I love your videos.

[@leaphamorse912]

Yea

[@brendaoberle2001]

interesting.

[@carolregalla2255]

I am trying to make a quilt with hst and squares but the hst do not line up, they are wonky. The square is 4 1/2 in. and so are the hst. The square is at the upper left corner and the hst is at the upper right. The 2nd row the hst is at the lower left and the square at the lower right. All squares and hst are 41/2 in. What am I doing wrong? Been trying for a long time to fix this, can you help me. Thank you so much. Carol

[@KayeEngland]

can you possibly send me a photo???

[@KayeEngland]

Is it possible for you to send me a photo of this?

[@DianaTurner-iu3oy]

So if finished is 2 1/2 cut a 3 1/2??.

[@KayeEngland]

No. Using rulers you would add 1/2” to whatever finish you wanted if using a ruler. So if I had the half square ruler and wanted a half square triangle finishing at 2”. I’d cut a 2 1/2” strip and use that ruler.

[@DianaTurner-iu3oy]

@@KayeEngland thank you. I am new and struggle sometimes. Fortunately I buy extra fabric!! Ty.

[@sandradummer4726]

I’m a bit of a new beginner quilter, so..I’m at the mercy of all quilt sewers to help me to better understand half square triangles, and the smaller ones..help.

[@winnie8592]

Totally confused but beautiful quilts

[@jspyrogram]

such sassy class!