This is the year of hexie's for me. I found
this website a long time ago where I can print out hexie papers at 1 inch per side. I saved off the PDF onto my computer so I will always have it. Now to cut them out and prep some fabrics. I cut a few out last night and think I need to make them a bit bigger. Any tips for me?
I am not sure exactly what they will turn into but with a bunch of doctor appointments already scheduled for this month I am sure to have plenty of wait time for these and finishing up some orange peels for the border on one of last years RSC quilts.
8 comments:
Cute fabric! I think I am going to make hexies this year too but I will just trace them directly onto the fabric.
I need to get back to sewing my hexie's. I stalled out this fall when my rubic star wasn't going together as planned. I have a bunch of 1" hexie's in a container that just need to be sewn into rows. Time to get them back out and work on them.
What adorable fabrics!! I use 1" hexies from www.paperpieces.com where they recommended using 2 1/2" squares ... I cut mine a thread or two generously (since I do a lot of basting in the car). After basting, I just trim off the corners - nice mindless activity for the evenings. I know some who just lop off the corners before basting. Since I had a ton of 2 1/2" strips, I just subcut them into squares and started basting. I can't wait to see your progress!
I use the templates from this site:http://cadouri-din-inima.blogspot.com/2013/01/tips-for-cutting-hexagon-templates.html I also use heavier paper like card stock or report covers. I punch a hole in them so that I can pin them to the fabric and then baste around them. Geta's templates are nice cause they can be cut with an old rotary cutterblade and a ruler. Fast and easy. I then make a template that includes the 1/4 inch seam. Cut strips that wide cut into squares and lay the template on top to cut off the corners. I do several at a time as this does not need to be accurate. Have fun with them, I know that I am.
I haven't tried hexies yet. I'll stay tuned for any tips in case I get bitten by the hexie bug too. I love the fabrics you're starting with.
Loved reading everyone's hexi tips. Enjoy your handwork.
Love your happy hexies and love all the info others have shared... will love watching this project come together... the size seems good to me but I don't know if you are using these as applique or a quilt top :) Kathi
Your orange peel project is looking gorgeous! and your hexagon flower is so cute. Happy New Year!!
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