PattiSure wrote: You are a very courageous quilter! I;m no where near trying to even think about a double sided quilt. So far, I've mounted all my HSTs papers from the Batik exchange onto pretty construction paper and will have them laminated. Then, I'm going to print out all the names and places on one sheet - maybe in calligraphy - because the mounting of the real little papers took seven pages! (well spaced, not crowded) As for a pattern - I agree with you - why re-invent the wheel when there are so many good, established patterns out there. Between Edyta and Margo, they are lots of nice choices. I was also trying to come up with something new and nifty, but the variety of colours would suit a simple pattern, In my humble opinion.

I think I'm going to try my first double=sided quilt. Hopefully everyone put their names on the triangle paper which I want to print on fabric and make into HSTs themselves for a pattern on the back. The front I guess is not too original. I love the simple patterns or the cover quilt on Edyta's book. I keep trying to design something myself but can't help feeling there's a couple standard patterns I've wanted ever since I started quilting so think my heart for all my special friendship squares is to do one of those tried and true patterns.

Margo wrote:
I went to ideas for quilting site and turned up this block, the Friendship Name Chain, it seems perfect for me and the blank squares down the middle will be the ideal place to put printed copies of all the names - and if I really feel the insanity kicking in I could also make sure that the names are next to the block

Rosemary

I decided to pre-order Elsie's book too. The photos looked great and the price was quite reasonable. I'll be anxious to see it in person!

LadybugQuilter wrote:

Thanks Lesley! Let us know how you like the book and if you think the designs will work with our HST exchanges!

EDITED: Here is a smile box showing the patterns in the book: http://secure.smilebox.com/ecom/openTheBox?sendevent=4d6a4d334e6a63314e54413d0d0a&blogview=true&campaign=blog_playback_link

It looks like there are more quilts that use squares, but I like the cover quilt with triangles!

I just ordered Elsie Campbell's book from her website. Looks like a super book! I loved the two patterns that she showcases in the book info/description link! One of these may be perfect for my HST's. Thanks for posting about this book Else and Margo! You are so helpful at all times and that's why I love TQS because the people are so great and friendly!

Looking for quilting ideas to use your HSTs in? Elsie Campbell has a new book! Here is her TQS profile: [url]community/my-profile/LCCampbell[/url]
and you can see her on TQS Episode 407

Here is an e-mail I got from her today:
Squares and Triangles book is here! Get your copy now for 20% off during this pre-release sale. I have plenty of books in stock right now, so no waiting for shipment!

Regular price: $19.95
Sale price: $15.96 until May 1, 2011.

I so enjoyed making the quilts that are patterned in the book and I think you will, too.There are so many things I've discovered over the years that makes quilt making quick, easy, and precise from the beginning of the process. I've included in this book some of my techniques for accurate cutting of strips and squares, tips for improving stitching and pressing, one method for fusible appliqué, how I use freezer paper for mitering corners and how I apply bindings completely by machine. The how-to pages are accompanied by more than 60 clear photographs and easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions. I included hints for making perfect 4-patch and 9-patch blocks and 3 different ways to make lots of perfect half-square triangle units.

All 13 easy-to-make quilt patterns include color, full-page photographs of each quilt, clear instructions and diagrams. I've also provided a list of resources where you can find the products I suggest in the book.

Thanks for your interest in my work. I think you will have lots of fun making your own versions of these Squares and Triangles quilts.

Elsie M. Campbell

My web site can be found at: http://elsiemcampbell.com/ Watch for my new scrap quilt book "Square and Triangles" on or about May 1, 2011.

Margo wrote:
I like the ribbon star. So many good ideas.

Really sorry that I dit check this out. It wasn't addressed in the tute so I thought it had already beeen OKed. Again, so sorry everyone!!!! Kutnso

Mona80 wrote:
Unless you cut the squares on the bias, your resulting HSTs will have BIAS grain lines on all four sides!! Be aware that they will not be stable!

Thank you for not using this method for the exchange!

The following is just another way of making HSTs, in case you don't have enough with the exchange. I found this tute on the Missouri Quilt Co., for Pin Wheels. Cut 2 sqares, place right sides together and sew 1/4 inch seam allowance on all 4 sides. Then make 2 cuts, diagonally corner to corner, and Voila, 4 HSTs. I love this method, wish I had seen it when making my exchange HSTs. Good luck all, Kutnso

booklady112 wrote:

It's called a Ribbon Star and is a very old design. The photo is one I saw on another web site, but a Google search turned up these directions:

http://www.ideas-for-quilting.com/ribbonstarquiltblock.html

And this book! http://www.martingale-pub.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=656

Margo wrote: This is a beautiful layout! Do you have the name of the pattern or did you create the design?

Sue

Margo wrote:

Ohhhhh ...you weren't supposed to read that post! I thought I'd just surprise :shock: you with the package, but now you've gone and spoiled your surprise !