Easy Quarter Square Triangles
from A Few Loose Threads
What is a Quarter Square Triangle or QST, for short? It’s made of 4, Quarter Squares!
Another name for this unit is the Hour Glass block.
There is a simple formula used to make them – Finished Size + 1 1/4″.
Finished size = 3″ x 3″.
3″ + 1 1/4″ = 4 1/4″ x 4 1/4″
Method 1: Sew First
Step One
- Cut 2 squares from contrasting fabric using the formula above.
- Draw a line diagonally from corner to corner on the back of the lighter fabric.
- Pair squares Right Sides Together (RST). Pin.
- Stitch a scant ¼” from ...