Mastering half square triangles - Episode 3 of the The Tulips Bloom quilt series. In this episode we are looking at how I make my hst’s for the Tulips Bloom quilt. The half square triangles are a simple and versatile unit, and are one of the main staples of my quilt patterns.

I make my hst’s using one particular method, but as we know, there are lots of different ways to make hst’s.

I show you a couple of different ways on how I trim my hst’s. I like to use creative grids rulers for trimming up, I show you how to trim with a normal straight edge ruler, I am using the Perfect 5 ruler, but any ruler with a 45 degree angle line will work. I also trim with the smaller stripology ruler, and it is great for trimming those larger squares.

I have added the link below if you wanted to go and check out Gudren’s website, and see her selection of rulers.

GE Quilt Designs – GE Designs

Both are quick and easy ways to trim up your hst’s, and it is one of the first jobs I do after getting my fabric cut out.

Don’t forget there is a playlist for this series and if you subscribe to my YouTube channel you won’t miss an episode.

I hope you enjoyed this video and I would love to hear how you are getting on with making your half square triangles for your Tulips Bloom quilt.