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Quilting: Squashed Hexis
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Squashed Hexis

Pigs, Pinks and Polka Dots

Pigs, Pinks and Polka Dots

Pattern Info

This project was designed by Cat Sultan.
Info can be found at:

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Instructions

This is based on an irregular hexagon and I think just a little bit easier to work with than perfect hexagons. I sewed it entirely on my machine. Instead of sewing each seam all the way to the quarter inch seam point, I stopped about one stitch away each time which made it easier to swing the hexagon around to the next side that needed to be sewn. It helps to sing to yourself "Swing your ...
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Category: Quilting

Type of item: Home Decor

For: Home

Style: Funky, Cute, Mod


Materials

A vintage Foulard print, polka dots and pigs!

What was your inspiration?

I saw something similar online and just figured it out and drafted a pattern. I was intrigued with how the pieces fit together like a fun little puzzle.

What are you most proud of?

Figuring out the puzzle and drafting the right size shape to end up with a 12" block.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Totally doable on a machine!

 

5 comments

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tholtz on craftsy.com
Jan 19, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Hey, I just found this now! I didn't get notification from your last message! Interesting pattern, I like the flower shape it makes!
Cat Sultan on craftsy.com
Feb 08, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks! I have been drafting all sorts of designs with this shape. Can't wait to sew them up when I have more time. Yeah, Craftsy must be doing something different with notifications these days.
Pamillia on craftsy.com
Dec 31, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Great block & wonderful fabric & color choices. Thank you for sharing.
Cat Sultan on craftsy.com
Dec 31, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you and Happy New Year!
Pamillia on craftsy.com
Dec 31, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
A Happy & Safe New Year to you also. :-)