Scrappy Accordion Sewn Half Square Triangles

Beth Helfter

Scrap Fusion, HST Magician, Affirming Educator

evapaigequilts.com

Easy

70+ Minutes

Revolutionize Your Quilting: Master the Art of Accordion Sewn HSTs

Calling all scrappy quilters! Discover the magic of Accordion Sewn Half Square Triangles (HSTs) with Beth Helfter, an acclaimed author, pattern designer, and quilting instructor. The Accordion Sewn HST method is a game-changing piecing technique that allows you to create one-of-a-kind color combinations where no two squares are alike. Developed to eliminate fabric waste while maximizing visual appeal, this method promises to revolutionize your quilting experience. In this class, Beth demonstrates this technique while piecing her popular Fraternal Star Block design.

Explore the Accordion Sewn HSTs method, mastering each step under Beth's expert instruction. From fabric selection to the finishing touches, this course provides comprehensive guidance. Learn to orchestrate a color "ordered" accordion, strategically arranging your fabric for the perfect color combinations in your squares. Next, you will cut and trim them creating a stack of unique HST units. Beth includes detailed instructions on making her fraternal twin star block that can be used in mug rugs or hot pads, or set the foundation for larger quilt projects, the choice is yours. By the end of the course, you will have elevated your quilting repertoire and opened the doors to a world of creative possibilities with Accordion Sewn HSTs.

What you will learn

Craft visually dynamic scrappy quilt projects with unique half square triangles, minimizing fabric waste while maximizing texture and movement.
Gain insights directly from the creator of the Accordion Sewn HST method, revolutionizing traditional approaches to half square triangles.
Discover how to use Accordion Sewn HSTs to elegantly finish UFOs (Unfinished Quilts) with striking borders.
This method is accessible to all skill levels; if you can sew a straight line, you can excel with this technique!
Includes access to course videos, downloads, the Creative Spark private community, and discussion with your instructor. Your course content does not expire.

Bonuses

Detailed worksheets on creating the Fraternal Star Block.
Instructions on creating a scrappy HST Border including how to calculate the size and number of blocks needed.