Hexies

[lauthala]

I am making hexies, but I don't how many to make,so far I have made 224,they are suppose to be 1 1/4" as the template has on it,but when I measure across from one corner to the other, they are 2 1/2".They are for a queen size bed.Hope some one can help as I may need some more fabric.I am doing them by hand, rather enjoying it.

[bkthomas]

Hexies are measured by the length of one side. Not sure how many you need for queen size. Happy quilting!

[lauthala]

Ah I see,it is 1 1/4".

[Monique]

You are brave. Can't wait to see pics.

[Janet J]

http://www.cddesigns.com/PaperPiecing/number.html has calculator for figuring the number of hexies needed for quilt. You just input length and width desired and size of hex.

[lauthala]

Thanks for that Janet,oh boy I need over 2000,so far I have made 224.

[Bubby]

Lauthala...

You are 1/10th there....that's a daunting thought! Can you post a picture of the ones you have already made? If you show yours, I'll show mine! I love making hexies in the winter....snuggle into a big chair with the TV on and Molly on my feet and sew until I can't see straight! I think I have enough for a small throw or a few table runner or tons of coasters. There are some gorgeous hexie quilts if you Google hexagon quilt images... Good Luck!!!

[Janet J]

Your welcome Lauthala. I thought about making a large quilt until I realized how many hexies it would take. Decided to start small to see how I liked making hexies so have started a table runner. Like Bubby I enjoy working on them while watching tv and it will make a good winter project. I also like the fact it's easy to take with you. Have started rummaging through remnant bins to accumulate fabric for a lap quilt. Haven't been quilting long so don't have many scraps or much of a stash.

[JuniperBean]

That's a ton of hexies! Good luck on your project and I hope you post pictures.

[lauthala]

Here are some of my hexies I have joined into flowers,I don't know what colour I am putting in between,I thought white but I think it will look a bit stark.