How can I get “bonus” half-square triangles?

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How can I get bonus half-square triangles?

How can I get bonus half-square triangles?

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Whenever you are using the “stitch and flip” technique in quilt piecing, you can get “bonus” half-square triangles with this easy tip.

These HST pieces can sometimes be used in the same project, or you can use them in your next project.

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Elizabeth DeCroos is the designer and teacher at Epida Studio. She loves to work with quilting, pojagi and embroidery and teach those techniques to others. Take a class today or get her to visit your group.

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