quick hsq tutorial

I'm obviously not the first one to think of this idea, but I did use a quick

technique to make these half-square triangles.

I didn't do any math, but I see that Christina over at the sometimes crafter did on a guest post.
There's a GREAT video on this by Missouri Quilt Co. on how to do these too.

Here's what I did:

I used a layer cake, then cut the solid fabric to 10 inches square. Layer them right sides together. And,

Sew along the outer edges (as if you're sewing a pillow, but don't leave an opening).

Here's a close-up of my questionable quarter inch seam allowance.

Slice into quarters, diagonally.

Open and press.

Here's what I did with mine.

There are millions of ways to arrange hsq's, limited only by your imagination.

Mine aren't sewn together or trimmed yet since I'm adding a few more.

I'm pretty enamored with this layout so I think I'll be stitching it up soon.

Lots more to come, including: aprons and the MSU Arts & Craft Show