Tuesday, April 9, 2013

A Half Square Triangle Quilt in Progress

[WORK IN PROGRESS]





300+ Half Square Triangles set on point.

100+ different fabrics.


It's been some time since my last Half Square Triangles quilt project [and I have made quite a few (here and here and here and here - way back in 2009)] and it felt like it was time to revisit the HST unit with a not quite low volume selection of fabric combined with a variety of neutral solid fabrics (much like the Strips and Bricks Quilt made in 2010).

From a selection of more than 140 different printed fabrics I have made 300+ Half Square Triangle units, each one  laboriously trimmed for accurate piecing. Although not immediately obvious from these images the HST units have been set on point.  For most directional printed fabrics (fabrics with a design that have a definite up or down) I have tried to ensure the "correct" placement of the print by cutting fabric on the bias (off grain).

Quilt top measures 64 inches x 86 inches.

More soon.

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29 comments:

  1. SonaApril 09, 2013 9:38 PM

    This is looking good. The sudden pops of red and orange are great.

    What batting do you use?

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  2. MysticaApril 09, 2013 9:44 PM

    Beautiful. You do the color combinations so well.

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  3. AllyApril 09, 2013 10:01 PM

    Stunning. The fabrics are lovely

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  4. house on hill roadApril 09, 2013 10:14 PM

    on point! lovely.

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  5. Rebecca GraceApril 09, 2013 10:45 PM

    Wow -- I'm impressed that you had the foresight to cut your directional prints so they would be upright in the diagonal setting. Did you cut all of your HST squares on the bias, or only the directional prints? Did having bias edges/straight of grain on different sides of your triangles than usual make it more difficult to piece them together accurately without stretching and, if so, did you come up with any tips or tricks to minimize the bias distortion? This is a lovely quilt -- I still don't get exactly what is meant by Low Volume (low contrast?) but I think yours is very pretty!

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  6. barbaradougherty126April 09, 2013 11:05 PM

    beautiful...

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  7. PaigeApril 09, 2013 11:55 PM

    Gorgeous. I have "issues" with HSTs and the trimming involved but love the look of them!

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  8. TennjennyApril 10, 2013 12:19 AM

    Great! I celebrate the return of HST here, because I love them and you're so good at them!

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  9. AnonymousApril 10, 2013 12:20 AM

    I am so smitten with your work, Rita! What a phenomenal stash you must have! When you showcase certain lines, do they send you complimentary fabrics to work up? I've always wondered about this.
    best,
    Jody

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  10. Mary on Lake PulaskiApril 10, 2013 12:33 AM

    Oh my, oh my - you never cease to amaze Rita!

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  11. PhyllisApril 10, 2013 1:37 AM

    It is beautiful! You are so clever with these fabrics and your work looks so neat and sharp!

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  12. Stitched With PrayerApril 10, 2013 2:21 AM

    Your quilts are so bright and gloriously cheerful that it makes me smile every time I stop by your blog. Thanks for the smiles...keep em coming. Hugs...

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  13. The Slow QuilterApril 10, 2013 3:18 AM

    What a job, it looks so cool. We might have to change your name to the HST Quilter.

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  14. Cheryl ArkisonApril 10, 2013 3:49 AM

    I thought it looked like some of those prints were on bias. Nice touch.

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  15. AnnaApril 10, 2013 3:57 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous!

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  16. KimberlyApril 10, 2013 4:23 AM

    Hi Rita, I have been a secret follower of your blog for a while now, and just now have decided to introduce myself. I have to say, you're quilts truly inspire me! I love your choice of fabrics, color and design. They are striking! I have recently begun quilting myself, and have referred to your blog for help along the way. THANK YOU! I Need all the help I can get...LOL.

    Kimberly
    http://www.birdiegirlquilts.com/

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  17. AnonymousApril 10, 2013 5:12 AM

    So sweet! Just lovely! You are always inspiring. XXX

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  18. Florence Knapp (Flossie Teacakes)April 10, 2013 5:37 AM

    It's gorgeous, as always, Rita. x

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  19. Belle and ButtercupApril 10, 2013 6:55 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous! I never, ever would have thought to put some of those fabrics together but you did and it looks amazing. Love it!!!

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  20. www.randomthoughtsdoordi.comApril 10, 2013 1:50 PM

    I am starting to think you have super powers. However do you get so much accomplished? All that trimming would do me in for sure. It is a beautiful quilt top

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  21. UnknownApril 10, 2013 10:17 PM

    Scrappy yet not - it all works together fabulously and yes the trimming IS time consuming but worth the effort in the end.
    ddegnan@tampabay.rr.com

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  22. kathy-oApril 10, 2013 11:30 PM

    Oh how I love 1/2 squares - and this is fantastic with the subtle tones. yummy!

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  23. MicheleApril 11, 2013 3:13 AM

    So pretty! I love the low-ish volume color palette that you used.

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  24. UnknownApril 11, 2013 6:15 AM

    Wow the colour combos are amazing. Very fresh looking.

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  25. Rosy SewsApril 11, 2013 7:35 AM

    I don't think I could ever get fabric cut on the bias to behave as well as you have done. It looks beautiful.

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  26. AngieApril 11, 2013 9:46 AM

    I love HST's! Your quilt is so pretty! It looks like spring!

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  27. Boo McCreadyApril 11, 2013 10:58 PM

    I wish I had that kind of patience! Beautifully done!

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  28. AnonymousApril 12, 2013 9:09 PM

    Rita, what can I say I absolutely love it. Your quilt is gorgeous. I am a huge fan of your blog. Thanks for sharing. Have a great day! Marie

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  29. die flinken Spulchen - GiselaFApril 18, 2013 5:16 PM

    Deine Arbeiten sind einfach nur wunder-wunder-wunderschön.
    Ich bin ganz begeistert und kann mich kaum satt sehen.
    Lieben Gruß Gisela

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