Article · Whole Circle Studio
Tutorial + Formulas: 3 Easy Ways to Make Half Square Triangles (HSTs)
- Type
- Article
- Level
- Beginner
- Price
- Free
- Published
- 2021
About this lesson
Compares three methods for making half-square triangles (two-up, magic-8, and strip methods) with cutting formulas, reference charts, and diagrams for each approach, plus tips for pressing and squaring up blocks.
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