In this world of modern quilting, it's easy to overlook some of the classic wonders. There are a number of one block patterns in the quilt world. But they hexie block is probably most familiar to everyone.
Grandmother's Flower Garden is the classic hexie quilt. From the thirties to the 70's it may have been the most recognizable and most popular quilt pattern out there.
While you're hyperventilating, I suggest you take a deep breath. Yes those are very little pieces. But the construction of a hexie quilt is so simple. And it brings us back to hand stitching.
Again, stop hyperventilating. Deep breath. Hexies are one of the most fun take along projects ever! They're pieced over paper, to keep the edges sharp and they are a project that goes whever you are.
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| hexie template |
The secret is the shape. This hexie template makes it possible to even fussy cut your hexies so you have perfect six sided blocks, with repeating patterns.
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| back of block |
The edges are folded over a paper template and basted down. When you have enough hexies, you whip stitch your blocks together.
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fussy cut block
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How pretty is that?
What can you make out of hexies? Much more than flower gardens. Check out this star quilt.
Or this wonderful mosaic. Don't be afraid of hand stitching or the hexie place. It's a great place for a quilter to play
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