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    Default Hexagons hexagons hexagons!!! And some questions...

    So I'm missing a "in front of the telly" project and I've settled on making a charm quilt using 1" hexagons (charm quilt means I need to use different fabrics on ALL hexagons). I've not done the math yet but I think I will need more than 1000 hexies from what I've read about it. I bought my first 200 paper hexagons at the sewing festival and I started cutting fabric from my scraps yesterday. I'm thinking that I will do a totally random quilt, but I've not decided yet.

    Anyone else that has made one of these? The inspiration for mine was a flickr-group I found (probably through Pinterest). Here is the post about the sew along (it's old but many haven't finished theirs yet):
    http://www.texasfreckles.com/p/hexag...ece-along.html

    Anyone else want to give it a go? We could have a hexagon quilt along of our own (I'm really new to quilt alongs so I have no idea if there already is one that I can't find etc).

    Oh and another thing, I bought some kind of glue pen to glue the fabric to the hexies instead of sew basting them (it's specifically made for that kind of use). I've been worrying that
    a) the glue will be hard to sew through (I don't trust that it won't gum up my needle).
    b) it will be a lot of work pulling out the paper hexies and that the fabric might fray.
    c) the glue will damage or dry up over time - I will probably be working on this quilt for a loooong time and as I want it to ber really random I will probably sew the hexagons I have into rows and only add them up later, which means I won't be taking out the paper hexies anytime soon.

    Any input? Thank you!!
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    Default Re: Hexagons hexagons hexagons!!! And some questions...

    Wow! You have come up with some challenge there! I don't know what kind of glue you are using. That lapel glue Jenny uses probably will be OK, but I don't know for sure. Maybe you could test it by seeing if the paper will come off after a week. This is not a project for me! I like relatively quick satisfaction. Good sewing! Post progress pictures.
    Joyce "She who dies with the most fabric wins!!"

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    Default Re: Hexagons hexagons hexagons!!! And some questions...

    I have done EPP I have a project going now, I just baste it doesn't take that long, it's actually quick. I would worry for the same reasons you do. Glue sticks are great at times but most of the time a machine is sewing through the glue. I love having something I can take everywhere!

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    Default Re: Hexagons hexagons hexagons!!! And some questions...

    Quote Originally Posted by Wwena View Post
    So I'm missing a "in front of the telly" project and I've settled on making a charm quilt using 1" hexagons (charm quilt means I need to use different fabrics on ALL hexagons). I've not done the math yet but I think I will need more than 1000 hexies from what I've read about it. I bought my first 200 paper hexagons at the sewing festival and I started cutting fabric from my scraps yesterday. I'm thinking that I will do a totally random quilt, but I've not decided yet.

    Anyone else that has made one of these? The inspiration for mine was a flickr-group I found (probably through Pinterest). Here is the post about the sew along (it's old but many haven't finished theirs yet):
    http://www.texasfreckles.com/p/hexag...ece-along.html

    Anyone else want to give it a go? We could have a hexagon quilt along of our own (I'm really new to quilt alongs so I have no idea if there already is one that I can't find etc).

    Oh and another thing, I bought some kind of glue pen to glue the fabric to the hexies instead of sew basting them (it's specifically made for that kind of use). I've been worrying that
    a) the glue will be hard to sew through (I don't trust that it won't gum up my needle).
    b) it will be a lot of work pulling out the paper hexies and that the fabric might fray.
    c) the glue will damage or dry up over time - I will probably be working on this quilt for a loooong time and as I want it to ber really random I will probably sew the hexagons I have into rows and only add them up later, which means I won't be taking out the paper hexies anytime soon.

    Any input? Thank you!!
    Thanks a lot for the above link. Just spent at least 1 hour to go thru and I thought it was very interesting. I started a hexagon quilt last year during summer and intend to continue this summer. I will try to do it in blue fabrics only (summer). One of the reasons I started was, that I could take it around and sew where ever I'm, in the car or train, on the beach anywhere.
    When I ever get it done I'll post the picture. I also intend to make rows and then sew them together and finally handquilt it. God knows when.

    thanks again for the info and many greetings from the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg

    Michèle

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    Default Re: Hexagons hexagons hexagons!!! And some questions...

    Well, you have me intrigued. I was just looking at the link you provided. I've never done paper piecing and have always wanted to try it, but wonder if I have the patience. I'm afraid it might be something I would start and never finish. Tempted to try just a few hexies and see how it goes. Would be nice to have something to do in front of the TV. Post some pics of your progress. I would love to follow this.

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    Default Re: Hexagons hexagons hexagons!!! And some questions...

    Will do!

    I've decided to not use the glue and just use old school basting. I'll see how long that resolution lasts hehe.

    I'm happy more got interested! I'd love to see that summer blue quilt for sure.
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    Default Re: Hexagons hexagons hexagons!!! And some questions...

    This is English paper piecing. I have never done that before. The paper piecing I hate so much is the other kind.
    Joyce "She who dies with the most fabric wins!!"

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    Default Re: Hexagons hexagons hexagons!!! And some questions...

    I don't recommend using glue on your project especially if they will be stuck together for a long time. I think hand basting them together is the way to go. Barb

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    Default Re: Hexagons hexagons hexagons!!! And some questions...

    Oh how NEAT! I really love hexagons. I had so much fun looking through that link you posted!

    I did one english paper piecing project, my dog's bed cover. I really enjoyed it! I have been thinking of doing a hexie paper piecing project for a while now. This is very tempting.....

    I would not use glue. When I did my project I used freezer paper and thread basting. It was easy to make the pattern and easy to rip out afterwards. I have also seen some mylar hexie pieces that I thought was a great idea! I had to be real careful when sewing the pieces together, I did sew quite a few of the papers together. Not a huge big deal but did take a bit more to get the papers out when that happens. I think the mylar would help me with that!

    I do LOVE! the random hexi design! I have been thinking of a postage stamp scrap quilt, to me a hexi instead of a square is much nicer.

    What size piece of fabric do you need to make a 1" hexagon?
    Cathryn

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    Default Re: Hexagons hexagons hexagons!!! And some questions...

    41 thread basted and counting!

    2.5" is needed, so same as a jelly roll in width.

    Yes, aren't the pictures inspiring?!

    I didnt know this was called English paper piecing, thanks Joyce.
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