Day 12…Needful Things…

12 Days of Christmas 12Welcome to the 12 NEEDFUL things on my list this year…Please remember to leave a comment if you would want to win this one!!! ย We will be picking 2 winners…one will receive a full set of Triangle Papers and the other a full Triangle Papers for Charms Squares

If you follow me or are new to me…you will find that I love quilts with lots of TRIANGLES in them…but one of the things that is common is cutting off the points of a triangle…we don’t want to do that if we can help it…I want to introduce to you TRIANGLE PAPERS from Primitive Gatherings…Triangle paper allow you to execute perfect Half Square Triangles (HST) This method is fast and easy and like we said accurate…I can find only one tiny extra step that we have to do when using the papers and that is to tear it off…now how long does that take? ย I am very willing to sit and rip the papers off if it means I will have perfect triangles…Now there are other methods…drawing on your squares…but is that accurate? ย I can’t do it perfect……What about just cutting them and piecing them…are they perfect? No..there are always a few that somehow turn out wonky….We have sizes from 1/2″ to 2 1/2″…and yes…anyone can make and piece a block with 1/2″ triangles in them…but I would only attempt that with these papers…Our triangle papers have been designed with what we think are the best of what we have had to work with previous to these…

I will point out some of their features…

In the 1/2″ -3/4″ and ย 1″ sizes you can use them to do a few HST…like a strip of them…or you can stitch the whole sheet continuously see how the stitching lines run from strip to strip?…IMG_0170the larger sizes are easy to cut apart if you only need a few…we could not do the strip feature on the larger ones and still get the maximum number of HST on a page…1 1/4″,1 1/2″,1 3/4″, 2″and 2 1/2″IMG_0178

They all have single thin lines for cutting…no more wondering..do I cut on the line, in-between the lines…there is only ONE line between ours.

Clear directions printed on the covers so you will not forget a step…like shortening your stitch.IMG_0173

We also have them conveniently configured for using with any 5″ charm packโ€ฆthe charm packs have 60 papers in themโ€ฆso enough for 120 dark/light charmsโ€ฆwhich will make a ton of HST’s… We have them in 1/2″-3/4″-1″ & 1 1/2″IMG_0174I want you to view a (rough) video I have created at the last minute… sewing a charm square with the triangle papers… you can see how easy it all isโ€ฆVIDEO

IMG_0182Remember to press with the paper still on…see how I chain press them…laying the next one on the top of the last one? ย Then clip the “dog ears”.

IMG_0183Layout the block…I have two extra…will save them for a scrappy block… Now piece them into rows and then stitch the rows together.ย IMG_0184In the video you can see how fast they can be stitched…and in no time you have a small block…this one happens to finish at 3″ when you use the 3/4″ finished triangles….They really are not tiny until they are stitched in the block…This block shows up bigger on my computer screen then it is in real life…See how nice the points are…It’s magic…have you ever heard me say…I don’t do anything hard…it may look like it…but it is not…Fabric is from Snowman Gatherings 2…will be out in Spring/early Summer…IMG_0169

 

Now the one thing you cannot do with these triangle papers is COPY them on the copy machine…they have to be a 1st generation print, to be accurate…if they are all off and you have to trim them or their too short you just ruined the whole point of using them…for the accuracy and not have to cut a bizzilion triangles down to the right size…I do not want to waste my time cutting triangles down….when we can make them perfect with Triangle Papers.

TRIANGLE PAPER AND TRIANGLE PAPER CHARMSย Click the link where all the sizes of TRIANGLE PAPERS are listed on the site….All of the papers will be $5.50 for this special offer….FYI am going to run a contest next year using these my papers…so you might want to get them while they are on sale!!!


261 responses to “Day 12…Needful Things…”

  1. Karen Avatar

    I have never tried these. If these are easier to use to match points they are for me.

  2. Cheryl Avatar
    Cheryl

    I will give these a try. I have used the ones that are on long skinny sheets. This looks easier . Thanks

  3. lbosma Avatar

    I love the idea of triangle papers for Charm Squares. Will have to get some soon.

  4. sandy L Avatar
    sandy L

    You mean I can finally make perfect triangles?????? Looks like something I need. Thanks

  5. Renee Stapleton Avatar
    Renee Stapleton

    I love the star that you showed made with these papers. I think I need to try using this.

  6. MARCIA Avatar
    MARCIA

    I HAVE NEVER USED TRIANGLE PAPERS … LOOKS LIKE I NEED TO! THANKS FOR THE CHANCE TO WIN! (LOVE YOUR BLOG)

  7. Ann R. Avatar
    Ann R.

    Great idea! I have used Edyta Sitar’s triangle papers in the 2″ size, but haven’t seen triangle papers in these smaller sizes. Would love to try those…

  8. VickiT Avatar
    VickiT

    That is AWESOME Lisa! I love the charm square papers. I’ve not sen them for charms yet. I’ve been looking at all the different things sold which are similar to these and haven’t made any decisions of which I wanted. But, I have so many charm packs that these would very much come in handy for me. Great video. Thank you.

    1. VickiT Avatar
      VickiT

      Maybe I’m nuts but I cannot locate the 3/4″ charm triangle papers or any page showing all triangle papers on one page. I found the 1 inch charm triangle papers and others and then another page I found the triangle papers on a roll.

  9. Nancy Avatar
    Nancy

    Unless I missed, I think this is the first of those promised ‘tutes’. I like it!! Most of us are visual people, myself included. Thanks for the easy lesson.

  10. Kathy Roloff Avatar
    Kathy Roloff

    I wait for this list every year! I love triangle papers, especially for the smaller sizes. Thanks.

  11. Christine Brown Avatar
    Christine Brown

    Love all your quilts with triangles. I will need those papers!!

  12. Mary Schreiner Avatar
    Mary Schreiner

    They’re wonderful! I don’t do half square triangles without them, especially the tiny ones!

  13. B J Knoski Avatar

    These look great, much better than the long thin ones.

  14. Betsy Avatar
    Betsy

    I like the variety of smaller sizes you are offering… Just perfect for many of your little projects! I just watched your video…love how it fits that charm square….you fly on that Juki!!!!

  15. Martha Ogden Avatar
    Martha Ogden

    I have used these in a kit I purchased from your shop. They do make half square triangles easier.

  16. Susan G. Avatar
    Susan G.

    I have tried the triangle papers and they do work nicely. My big problem is sewing the tiny pieces together once the papers are torn off. I don’t know why but I have a hard time with that. Is there a trick to sewing tiny pieces or is it a “keep practicing thing”.

  17. laura b Avatar
    laura b

    Have not tried your triangle paper yet but have used others and love it. Nice that you offer tiny sizes too

  18. Lynn Avatar
    Lynn

    What a neat idea. Makes us non quilters into quilters

  19. Dawn Avatar
    Dawn

    I have never used triangle paper but this looks great!

  20. Alice Tignor Avatar

    These will be fun!

  21. Beverly Lawler Avatar
    Beverly Lawler

    I will have to try some of these. Better than cutting all those 1/2 square triangles! That machine is really fast!! Looking forward to your posts!

  22. Carol Schallock Avatar
    Carol Schallock

    Awesome triangle papers!!

  23. Terri Avatar
    Terri

    I love small piece blocks and I just ordered a couple sets of these during your Christmas Open House and I LIKE!!!! And will be putting in a order today! Keep that creative juice of yours flowing!! Thanks. PS Whats the blue guide on your sewing machine??

    1. Denise Cabral Avatar
      Denise Cabral

      I have used them once before and they were truly accurate!

  24. Paula P Avatar
    Paula P

    Looks like even I can make this work.
    Paula

  25. Vickie Olsen Avatar
    Vickie Olsen

    Anything that makes it easier and a more perfect shape, takes the frustration away.

  26. Sherrer Givens Avatar
    Sherrer Givens

    These papers sound nifty. Thank you for the message.

  27. debby Avatar
    debby

    I used your triangle papers on “words to live by”….wonderful:)!! Everyone needs to try these. I, too, love blocks with half-square triangles in them. Thanks for another freebie block:)

  28. Rose Avatar
    Rose

    Love the look of tiny blocks and these triangle papers will really help with accuracy.

  29. Lori Albrechtsen Avatar
    Lori Albrechtsen

    I would love to try these! Pick me pick me!!!!

  30. Margie Avatar
    Margie

    These are the BEST! I have some and I love them! Of course, I can always use more! Merry Christmas.

  31. Janet O. Avatar

    I am excited to hear you have a new line of Snowman Gatherings coming out!
    When I did Little Buds I absolutely relied on triangle papers for that little border!

  32. John Scibran Avatar
    John Scibran

    The triangle papers look easy to use.

  33. Barbara Jenson Avatar
    Barbara Jenson

    I’ve used them and love how well they work. I would love to have all sizes on hand. Your family is in my thoughts Holiday Blessings.

  34. dianecrawford Avatar

    Can’t wait to try the triangle paper. Perfection, speed and simplicity–what could be better. I imagine this would really help for the smaller hst. Thanks!

  35. Yvonne Avatar
    Yvonne

    Those look awesome…I really want to try the charm sized ones!

  36. Deborah Fields Avatar
    Deborah Fields

    I’m all for things that make me look like a really accurate piecer! I love how quickly you end up with a complicated looking block by following the lines, cutting and tearing. I thank you for having all the sizes in one place!

  37. Peggy Iversen Avatar
    Peggy Iversen

    I would like to give them a try.

  38. Mary Avatar
    Mary

    These look so easy to use. Sometimes the paper is too thick which doesn’t help the accuracy.

  39. Mary C. Avatar
    Mary C.

    Leave it to you Lisa to take something we all use and make it so much better! I’m going to have to come up with a project needing triangles so I can try them.

  40. Vikki Weisensel Avatar
    Vikki Weisensel

    I bought the 1′ finished triangle papers and they are awesome! I have to make 852 HSTs and they’ve made my piecing so much more fun. Fantastic idea of sizing them for charm squares too:) Thank you for working so hard to make quilters lives easier!

  41. Allison Evrard Avatar
    Allison Evrard

    I’m impressed! I think I need those triangle papers.

  42. Linda Kramer Avatar
    Linda Kramer

    Lisa, I used your triangle paper for 1 1/2″ half square triangles needed for a chevron border in Blue Bells by Edyta Sitar. I would never use anything else from there on. They were a breeze to work with and the borders came out perfect. Well worth the little bit of money spent. Thanks too for coming up with the papers for charm squares, PERFECT!

  43. Joan Richards Avatar
    Joan Richards

    These look much more fun than the strip papers! Can’t wait to try them.

  44. Linda A Avatar
    Linda A

    Thank you for all the info and the video too! I would love to try them!

  45. Patty Fowl Avatar
    Patty Fowl

    I avoided triangles for a long time because I found I never was consistently happy with the techniques or the results. I am really impressed with your results and would love to try them!

  46. Denise Gosselin Avatar
    Denise Gosselin

    I love these! I used them for last years SBOW and all the triangles came out perfect!

  47. Babs Williams Avatar
    Babs Williams

    These look really cool!!

  48. Debbie G Avatar
    Debbie G

    I just recently used them for your Summer Love pattern in which the HSTs finish at 3 4″ and would have never achieved the accuracy without the papers.

  49. Meme Avatar
    Meme

    Will definitely be adding these to my PG Needful things. Thank you, Lisa.

  50. Debbi Avatar
    Debbi

    I’ve used the smaller triangle squares and loved them (of course!). Didn’t know you made them now for charm squares — what a great idea!

  51. Nancy Avatar
    Nancy

    They look so easy! I have tried other brands but not those from Primitive Gatherings. I need to get some!

  52. Diane Yager Avatar
    Diane Yager

    I’d love to try your papers. My triangles never come out the way they should regardless of the method I use.

  53. Marilyn Hopkins Avatar
    Marilyn Hopkins

    Anything to make my piecing more accurate!! I will definitely try these.

  54. Catherine Spanish Avatar
    Catherine Spanish

    Definitely time that I try these out! I sure challenged myself without, doing the SAL. Looking forward to your other recommendations.

  55. Theresa K Avatar
    Theresa K

    I need to try these! Now to decide what to make!

  56. Cheryl Onelius Avatar
    Cheryl Onelius

    These look wonderful! I would love to give them a try….especially with the little bitty ones!

  57. Pam Hintze Avatar
    Pam Hintze

    Great idea, especially for small blocks.

  58. Judy Renner Avatar
    Judy Renner

    I was just given a bag of scrap fabric. I thought, “what on earth will I do with this?” I think these papers would be perfect. Thanks for your continued inspiration!

  59. Cathy Cavagnaro Avatar
    Cathy Cavagnaro

    I am a geometry teacher and some of my friends say that I am “neurotic” about accuracy in piecing. I am definitely going to try these papers.

    1. Shirley Avatar
      Shirley

      I have used these papers and they are great, hope to win some more

  60. marysam817 Avatar
    marysam817

    I love making half square triangles. The smaller, the better. I haven’t tried the ones you have but plan to purchase some to have ready for future projects. Thanks for the chance to win some of these.

  61. Judith Avatar
    Judith

    Awesome notion! Thanks for the chance to win.

  62. Meredith Avatar
    Meredith

    These look fantastic, definitely a needful thing!

  63. Edith Avatar
    Edith

    I love triangle paper. You can make a block like the one Lisa showed larger or smaller by just changing the hat size without doing any math.

  64. Connie R. Spalding Avatar
    Connie R. Spalding

    Definitely a great thing to have for perfect half square triangles…your papers are awesome…especially in the small sizes. The charm square papers are a great idea. Would love to win any size of the papers though, as my piecing would be “perfect.” Thanks for your 12 Days of Christmas…I look forward to it every year.

  65. Amanda n Avatar
    Amanda n

    I have used several different triangle papers with varied accuracy. I love Lisa ‘ s they are the easiest and most accurate in my opinion. I have enjoyed using them in the pieced stitch along.

  66. Joleen Avatar
    Joleen

    I can’t wait to give these a try! I am always looking for ways to be more precise ๐Ÿ™‚ What a good start to ‘Needful Things’…… Something I already NEED!!

  67. Cheryl Avatar
    Cheryl

    I’m excited about your needful things! I loved your items last year and am excited to see what you have to offer this year!

  68. joke dingemans Avatar

    I used them in the SBOW and I really think they are fabulous, precise and very well interlocking on the seams, a really great invention

  69. Kathleen Gee Avatar
    Kathleen Gee

    Those look amazing! I would love to win some…

  70. gijane279-Liz Avatar
    gijane279-Liz

    Lisa, I’ve used different papers for awhile now and like the results. I’m looking forward to trying yours since you hit on a few of the things in your post that I have issue with (which line for what). Oh and btw I’m so excited by your previous post about the new store I can hardly compose a post!!! can you say happy dance in my Jammies?? <3 <3

  71. Sandra Avatar
    Sandra

    You inspired me to try these on small quilts. Yes, they are amazing!!! How else could you make 1/2″ half square triangles without going crazy. Always great tips from PG!

  72. Carol Garne Avatar

    Love Primitive Gatherings and triangle papers – both are a “must” in my book!

  73. Janet Avatar
    Janet

    Yes Lisa, we can tell you LOVE triangles. LOL….so as a lover of your designs I so appreciated these thangles!! jmh

  74. Jolin Barilla Avatar
    Jolin Barilla

    I love this product! You’be really thought it through.

  75. Sue Pickwell Avatar
    Sue Pickwell

    Would love to try these, thanks for the chance win some!

  76. Donna B Avatar
    Donna B

    I love the idea of doing such small blocks with such accuracy.

  77. Karen Qualls Avatar
    Karen Qualls

    Just purchased your Triangle Gathering pattern. Need to get some of your new triangle paper to get started. Am very excited about your new store opening in Murrieta.
    Karen

  78. Janet Avatar
    Janet

    I love HST’s, too … too much! All my quilts seem to have sawtooth borders! These would be great to have!

  79. Linda M Enslow Avatar

    My working on Words to Live By would be impossible without these papers. Thanks Lisa for designing them.

  80. lmenslow Avatar

    My working on Words to Live By would be impossible without these papers. Thank you Lisa for designing them.

  81. Brenda Avatar
    Brenda

    Love the charm size papers. What an adorable little pin cushion the block you put together would make.

  82. Veronica Avatar
    Veronica

    Lisa,
    I’m excited about the “Needful things” post again this year. The fabric from Snowman Gatherings 2 is beautiful, ( so is your star block) & while I loved the first version and made the wool snowman quilt (so fun), I can’t wait to see the new collection.
    HST when made small can be so difficult, so thanks for showing the video on a much more precise way to do this with the triangle papers.

  83. Melanie Avatar
    Melanie

    I recently discovered your first “needful thing” item….the HST papers. So happy you made them for smaller sizes. I have not had the opportunity to use them as yet, but as soon as the holidays are over, I have promised myself to start turning out more miniatures using them. Thanks in advance, surely will make it a breeze to sew small!!!!

  84. Linda Avatar
    Linda

    Oh My Gosh! A video too. I love the charm square idea. Gonna have to order me some of these if I don’t win!

  85. ckcowl Avatar

    Oh these sound wonderful! I seem to need hsq triangles often & hate making them, no matter how careful or slow I am some are always ( off) these could change my whole attitude. ๐Ÿ™‚

  86. Cheryl Avatar
    Cheryl

    So excited about your needful things list. With my busy life it is some times hard to find the precious time to do what I love to do and that is to quilt and to do wool applique. When I do have the time to quilt it is nice to know that triangle paper will now make quilting HST so much faster and easier. I definitely will be getting me some triangle paper/

  87. Gale S Avatar
    Gale S

    Would love to try them! Thanks for the chance to win some.

  88. Bonnie Larson Avatar
    Bonnie Larson

    These look great. I have never tried them before. Thanks for sharing

  89. Barbara F. Avatar
    Barbara F.

    Just watched the video. I’ve never used the triangle papers before, but they would be a great timesaver!

  90. Shirley H in Massachusetts Avatar
    Shirley H in Massachusetts

    I have used other brands and would like to try these. They are so much faster and if I don’t win I will definitely be buying myself some after the holidays.

  91. Christine S. Avatar
    Christine S.

    What a great way to make triangles!! I’m on my way to watch your video now.

  92. Gina Avatar
    Gina

    Great idea, cannot wait to try them. And just read about the new store, congratulations on the west coast addition!

  93. Donna Avatar
    Donna

    Wow, I can’t get over how simple this is. Definitely will purchase. Thx!

  94. Dee Avatar
    Dee

    I love quilts with triangles as well!! These look like they would be fun to use!!

  95. jangezon Avatar

    There is no other way to do a large number of HST!

  96. Bernice Avatar
    Bernice

    Thank you! I’m wanting to try the 1/2″ ones!

  97. masonmarlene Avatar
    masonmarlene

    OK. So, I have looked at these at my LQS and thought it’s just another gimmick. After watching your video I decided they are “needful things” and went on line and bought them all. Thanks for doing the video. I’m one of those that needs to see it in action first. I don’t know if that’s right brain or left brain but you sold me!!

  98. mbdquilter Avatar
    mbdquilter

    These babies are fantastic! I’ve never been able to do HSTs without them being wonky or having to trim each one of them down. These papers are no muss, no fuss … and so easy! Thanks Lisa!

  99. Patttywacks Avatar

    I could seriously use these! Happy Holidays!

  100. Deb Gepfer Avatar
    Deb Gepfer

    Love the triangle papers! I used them for the 10th anniversary SAL. Awesome video! Hope there will be more ๐Ÿ™‚

  101. sunporchquilts Avatar
    sunporchquilts

    I finally tried hst papers this year (took me long enough) and I love the accuracy! Would love to try these!

  102. Kathi Schaffer Avatar
    Kathi Schaffer

    Can’t wait ti give these a try!!

  103. Jody Randall Avatar
    Jody Randall

    These look awesome to use, especially the 3/4″ and the charm square size. For years I did the squares w/line drawn. I have to oversize then trim down, when doing lots its VERY time consuming! These papers look wonderful to use. I enjoy your needful things blog every year.

  104. Debbie Avatar
    Debbie

    Love the star block you showed, nice way to have pretty squares. I will order if I don’t win for sure.

  105. Anne Avatar
    Anne

    I also love the idea of the triangle papers for charms and the idea of stitching them all at once instead of strips:)

  106. karen Avatar
    karen

    I love your papers. Used them Iin your stitch along. Got so many compliments. U are soooo talented. Hope u survived the CA terrible weather and happy about your new venture in CA.

  107. Maureen Avatar
    Maureen

    Thank you for your give away. You make it all look so easy.

  108. Charmaine Avatar
    Charmaine

    Thanks for showing the video to help us. Will try the paper.

  109. Sandie F Avatar
    Sandie F

    Just started working with .summer Love and would LOVE love love to have some of these triangle papers on hand!!

  110. Trish Avatar
    Trish

    What a great idea, will have to try them! Thanks for sharing ๐Ÿ™‚

  111. Sandy Avatar
    Sandy

    I need to try this method. Finished so nice. Thanks Lisa!

  112. Nancy ashbaugh Avatar
    Nancy ashbaugh

    Looks I will order and hope I win too!

  113. Alicia Hunt Avatar
    Alicia Hunt

    With these papers I can probably finally make a pieced quilt. Thank You!

  114. Marge Avatar
    Marge

    I love how accurate they are. I need them.

  115. Julie - Me & My Stitches Avatar

    Triangle papers definitely make life easier – I think I need to try yours! I also need some Snowman 2 fabric! Oh…and #5 needles! LOL!!!

  116. Peggy Simpson Avatar
    Peggy Simpson

    This is my first 12 Days of Christmas with you and I love the way it started ! I am reminded of a 2 1/2″ exchange that I started last summer with a group of friends. I will order the 2 1/2″ papers and maybe even finish the exchange by next Christmas. Happy Holidays !

  117. Karen McMahon Avatar
    Karen McMahon

    I do love triangles in quilts but DREAD making them. The papers do make it look much easier. I will have to try them.

  118. aquiltinglady Avatar

    OMG… Thank you so much for the Triangle Paper video! Even after I read the directions, I still didn’t have a clue. I feel like a big dummy now that I’ve seen how simple they are, ugh.. What a cool idea ๐Ÿ™‚ Just wanted to say, thank you for the yummy recipe and the little ornament patterns with the BIG meaning. Bless your broken heart as you go through the holidays and every day there after. Yes, you get a Christmas pass this year and maybe even next year too. You can take as many as you need. Sending you a big hug and prayers for peace this Holiday Season and Best of luck with your PG Shop #2 In Cali..Congrats!!

  119. bmahere62 Avatar

    Looks great especially if they are the right size and don’t have to be trimmed.

  120. Amy Cofer Avatar

    Loved using them for the pieced SBOW. Made sewing them so much easier. I hope I’m one of the winners!

  121. amycofer Avatar

    Loved using them during the SBOW. Made sewing the blocks so much easier. Hope I’m one of the winners!

  122. Rebecca Avatar
    Rebecca

    Accurate and easy! How simple is that?

  123. Carol Avatar
    Carol

    Perfect points? Whoot whoot! Count me in…and maybe I’m in it to win it! I hope so!

  124. jackie Avatar
    jackie

    I am new to quilting, so excited to use these.

  125. Crystal Knight Avatar
    Crystal Knight

    Lisa I love the video. Thanks so much. Would love to win!!!

  126. Donna Avatar
    Donna

    Great! Can’t wait to use them!

  127. Jean Benson Thompson Avatar
    Jean Benson Thompson

    I will be counting the Triangles like Sheep in my Dreams… Would love To win… ! !

  128. Rebecca Z. Avatar
    Rebecca Z.

    I love using triangle paper and I can hardly wait to give them a try!

  129. Dianek Avatar
    Dianek

    I have used triangle papers before and they do make a difference. Now I know where to order them.

  130. Karen M Avatar
    Karen M

    These look awesome. I’ve always used thangles but there are so many more options with these. I love the idea of using charm packs with them. Thanks,
    Happy Holidays!
    Karen M

  131. Nancy Terhaar Avatar
    Nancy Terhaar

    My friend who turned me on to your site and I are making a quilt together that calls for 1″ HST stars. These will be perfect! Thank you so much, and bless you, Lisa, and good luck with your new venture in CA.

  132. Penny Shepherd Avatar
    Penny Shepherd

    These triangle papers look fabulous! I came here for the blog hop and got another bonus!

  133. Sharon Ludwig Avatar
    Sharon Ludwig

    Triangle papers are The Bomb! One of the best inventions ever…

  134. Debra Reber Avatar
    Debra Reber

    Yes, I would love to win some triangle papers!! Escpecially the ones for charm squares! I do think the papers are the best way to go to do HST!

  135. Kris Dauth Avatar
    Kris Dauth

    Triangle papers make quick work of half square triangles. Thanks for giving us a chance to win your version

  136. Kary Heck Avatar
    Kary Heck

    With a tool like this, even I will be able to make accurate little triangles.

  137. Kim Avatar
    Kim

    Goal for 2015…accuracy. looks like these might be very helpful for HST

  138. Barbara Avatar
    Barbara

    Thank you for introducing me to your triangle papers Lisa. What a wonderful way to make perfect HST’s. I will definitely be using the papers in future.

  139. Stacy McDaniel Avatar
    Stacy McDaniel

    So glad it’s started! Love the triangle paper and it makes such nice sharp triangles!

  140. Darlene D'Eon Avatar
    Darlene D’Eon

    Your papers look perfect! Must try them!

  141. Deb Kerms Avatar
    Deb Kerms

    Love these; I have the 3/4″ triangle papers-picked them up at your booth at the APQS show in Des Moines this fall. Definitely want more!! My Material Girls quilt group just did 700 and swapped.

  142. MaryNyberg Avatar
    MaryNyberg

    You sew like the wind. I want these papers to do it like you!

  143. Peggy Hostetler Avatar
    Peggy Hostetler

    This looks easy and no mistakes. I like
    And want and the ruler also. Thanks

  144. Sue Dollhopf Avatar
    Sue Dollhopf

    I need to try these triangle papers. Especially those itty bitty small sizes.

  145. Ann P. Avatar
    Ann P.

    I am definitely into anything that makes things easier. Thanks for the video. Good luck in California. Hope you enjoy your vacation on the 27th and get some well deserved relaxation.

  146. Debbie Miller Avatar
    Debbie Miller

    Such a neat idea and the fastest HST pieced blocks yet! I will have to give these a try and would love to win.

  147. Audrea Constancio Avatar
    Audrea Constancio

    I need to use on my Words to Live By BOM

  148. Brenda DeBord Avatar

    Would love to try these, I always have a horrible time making half square triangles.

  149. Mary Z Avatar
    Mary Z

    These look awesome! I will have to try them out!

  150. dee Avatar
    dee

    I cannot wait to try thewe on charm packs thank you for the video

  151. Jakey Avatar
    Jakey

    Hi Lisa, I can’t wait to try these, I was so excited to find they were included in my kit for “Tiny Tears”. Hugs, Jakey

  152. Jamie Austin Avatar
    Jamie Austin

    I will have to give them a try. Thanks.

  153. Rachel Childress Avatar
    Rachel Childress

    I would love to give these a try…I hate my points cut off!

  154. Kim F Avatar
    Kim F

    Would love to try these. So tedious to cut small HST to size.

  155. Jule Avatar
    Jule

    I love these papers!! So much better results than doing without!

  156. Dana D Avatar
    Dana D

    Okay, the triangle papers for the charm squares are quite possibly the most clever thing I have seen in quilting in a long time! I had no idea these existed! I definitely have to have some!!

  157. Angelia L. Avatar
    Angelia L.

    Looks like I need to get some Triangle Papers! Can’t wait for Snowman Gatherings 2…..I love the first Snowman Gatherings collection!

  158. Beth Avatar
    Beth

    It was great seeing you at your Christmas open house, Lisa. Can’t wait to make those yummy cookies! Love your 12 day’s list and always want everything! Thanks for all you do!

  159. sherry bosker Avatar
    sherry bosker

    Love your designs with the triangles. But I was always hesitant to attempt them. I can’t wait to get the triangle papers and give it a try.

  160. Jeanine Avatar
    Jeanine

    Thanks for the Triangle Papers. I am so tired of squaring up my HSTs! I love them in quilts but tend to avoid starting the patterns which use a lot of them. And I have so many projects I want to do with them.

  161. Kristy Wilkinson Avatar
    Kristy Wilkinson

    You’ve sold me! I love having accuracy. The small sizes are always so tricky. Thanks for sharing with us. K-

  162. RuthB Avatar
    RuthB

    Love the video. I can do this!

  163. Judy Avatar
    Judy

    Love these papers!

  164. Steph M Avatar
    Steph M

    Triangle paper is the best invention! ๐Ÿ˜„

  165. Karen Seitz Avatar
    Karen Seitz

    I need to give triangle squares a try — you make them look like the perfect method!

  166. Carleen R Avatar
    Carleen R

    Happy 12 Days! Love these triangle papers. Thanks for the specials, Lisa!

  167. Karla Pickhinke Avatar
    Karla Pickhinke

    I am soooo excited for your 12 needful things for Christmas 2014 to begin!! Where has 2014 gone?? My was working on 3 BOM’s from Primitive Gatherings, with many other PG projects in between!! Love all your Beautiful creativity!!

  168. Teri Lavoy Avatar
    Teri Lavoy

    Love triangle papers. They are well worth the work. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

  169. Lisa Aubrey Avatar
    Lisa Aubrey

    These look wonderful. Thank you for making quilting better.

  170. Karen G Avatar
    Karen G

    Love the charm pack size, What a great idea! Looking forward to using up some of my charm packs I’ve been collecting.

  171. bjday68 Avatar

    Great tool! I want to try these. Thanks for great giveaway. b.j.day68@gmail.com

  172. Edie Avatar
    Edie

    These are such a great way to make HSTs! Love quilts with lots of HSts.

  173. Janice Avatar
    Janice

    I LOVE triangle paper. I teach beginning quilting and always introduce the students to triangle paper for accurate piecing of half-square triangles. I am delighted to see your papers for the charm squares. Thanks!

  174. Roxanne Ferguson Avatar
    Roxanne Ferguson

    Triangle papers make it so easy for my beginner quilters to make accurate HST so they can be successful at so many patterns. Thank you for having them available in so many sizes.

  175. SheilaS Avatar
    SheilaS

    LOVE THE TRIANGLE PAPERS! That has always been the block I’ve dreaded most because of all the work in making it-especially the little ones. After watching your video-I am sold! I like the accuracy AND the easiness of making the finished squares. Thank you for sharing

  176. Marie Avatar
    Marie

    Looks like a wonderful idea!

  177. robinttttt Avatar

    I’m ordering the triangle paper for charms to make a scrappy quilt. I love a quilt with lots of different fabrics.

  178. Barbara Avatar
    Barbara

    I have used your triangle papers and love them!

  179. SallyM Avatar

    I can’t wait to get these in the mail. Anything to make 1/2 square triangles easier will be a plus.

  180. Dee B. Avatar

    I love making things with little HST!! These would greatly improve my accuracy! Can’t wait to try them!

  181. Loretta Swan Avatar
    Loretta Swan

    Merry Christmas ! I never want to cut a HST down to size again !

  182. Cindi P Avatar
    Cindi P

    How smart are you for thinking of these. I have tried other ones but they were confusing. Thanks!

  183. Angela Avatar
    Angela

    I haven’t tried them yet, but you make it look so easy….need to try these out!

  184. Pam Uhan Avatar
    Pam Uhan

    I want to make a table runner for my sister-in-law with stars…I think I need these!

  185. Lou Avatar
    Lou

    I really like the way these are put together. Great instructions and you have a definite 1/4 inch edge to sew on. I am looking forward to using these papers.

  186. Mary Colley Avatar
    Mary Colley

    Thangles, are an easy accurate way to make half square triangles that are the right size. The only thing I need to remember to do is shorten my stitch length so I do not remove stitches when I remove the paper.

  187. Alice Avatar
    Alice

    I love that you have made your papers for precuts! You are so stinkin’ smart!!!

  188. maggielou Avatar
    maggielou

    Wow I wish I had known about these 2 weeks ago when i was doing 200half square triangles. I am putting them on my Chirstmas list

  189. Paula Rooy Avatar
    Paula Rooy

    Lisa! I cannot even tell you how excited I am that you have charm square sized triangle paper sheets ๐Ÿ˜Š Yee-hah! It’s like when Pampered Chef came out w/toaster-oven sized baking stones, or rakes w/shorter handles for cleaning leaves/debris from under bushes (something that we’re doing @ our house in GA . . .cleaning up those Christmas leaves – ugh)

    I really love making scrappy quilt projects & the charm square triangle papers will make getting a wide variety so fast & easy! Your ideas are wonderful for us quilters, thank you.

  190. Paula Rooy Avatar
    Paula Rooy

    And yes, Alice’s comment is totally correct . . . You ARE so stinkin’ smart ๐Ÿ˜‰

  191. Kathy Y Avatar
    Kathy Y

    These are great–perfect triangles!!

  192. Debbie T Avatar
    Debbie T

    I love triangle paper. Looking forward to giving yours a try.

  193. Sheila Plock Avatar
    Sheila Plock

    Have always been hesitant to try these little triangles but you make it look so easy! Will have to give it a try and thanks for all your reat “needful” suggestions.

  194. Julie Deering Avatar
    Julie Deering

    I have used these for the pieced SBOW. They are wonderful and easy to use. Will use them again in other projects.

  195. Donna W Avatar
    Donna W

    Fantastic way to make HST, especially little ones

  196. Lisa D Avatar
    Lisa D

    Have to say….HST and flying geese are a couple things I still get a little nervous about doing. With these papers I can see one of those being off that list!! Love that!

  197. Lynne Sowerby Avatar
    Lynne Sowerby

    One of my favorite quilts is a flannel twister quilt for my grandson made from layer cakes in flannel muslin

  198. Katherine Avatar
    Katherine

    LOVE this idea! Looking forward to trying them!

  199. Fran Bianchi Avatar
    Fran Bianchi

    Thanks for the video…hope there will be more of these coming in 2015. I’ve used Thangles before as suggested by you for some of your projects, but these triangle papers look so much easier. I love that there are multiples in each sheet and you cand make so many at once. Very slick!

  200. Coleen P Avatar
    Coleen P

    I appreciate the time you took to make the video. It was very helpful and convinced me immediately that I NEED these papers, especially for the small HSTs. Thank you for doing Needful Things again this year. I so look forward to it.

  201. Rosemary Redhead Avatar
    Rosemary Redhead

    I am using these with the 10th Anniversary Stitch Along – cool.
    Redhead

  202. Velvet Avatar
    Velvet

    I love accuracy!

  203. tamara williams Avatar
    tamara williams

    Love using this method for HST. Now for charms, too cool!

  204. Karen in Breezy Point Avatar
    Karen in Breezy Point

    I’ve used your papers–the only way to make HST accurately!

  205. Mary Avatar
    Mary

    I’m all for anything that makes triangles easier to do. I’m definitely going to try these out.

  206. Pamela Miller Avatar
    Pamela Miller

    I love quilts made with HSTs-scrappy is fabulous, but I also want to be accurate with my piecing. These new papers will be great in achieving that accuracy. Your video was very helpful in seeing how to use the papers. I am trying to decide which ones to order first. Lisa, you just keep topping yourself, girl. Merry Christmas!

  207. Cindy D Avatar
    Cindy D

    Those are awesome! I’ve used triangle papers in the past and liked them, but these look much easier and if they are “perfect”, all the better.

  208. Ethelann Wood Avatar
    Ethelann Wood

    I need these. I am doing the “Bertie ” monthly series and the HST are driving me crazy.. Ok crazier. Would love something to make it easier!

  209. Cheryl Baker Avatar
    Cheryl Baker

    I love to paper-piece half-square triangles. Am anxious to use your papers for those perfect squares!

  210. Aggiequilter Avatar
    Aggiequilter

    Wow I had NO idea you had these for charm packs! Wonderful! These make me want to try triangle papers – and smaller blocks again. Thanks!

  211. Barb Onken Avatar
    Barb Onken

    These are really nice. It is great to have a block turn out just right!

  212. Michelle Avatar
    Michelle

    I will be ordering these! You make it so easy. When I was in the shop last week I bought a quilt kit so
    I’ll need these. Thanks

  213. Dawn Avatar
    Dawn

    Looks so easy!

  214. Gillian Dempster Avatar
    Gillian Dempster

    I made a gorgeous bright quilt from a Kate Spain jelly roll of Terrain which I just loved. When a friends 17 yo daughter was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma I gifted her that quilt and told her when things got tough to hold that quilt and “Always Look on the Bright Side of Life”. Happily she is now in remission.

  215. Kris Kayser Avatar
    Kris Kayser

    I would love to try the triangle papers! Happy Holidays to all!

  216. Miss Kitty Avatar
    Miss Kitty

    As always Lisa, you do things right to make our quilting lives easier. Thank you!!!

  217. Michelle Devitt Avatar
    Michelle Devitt

    Love these, anything to make HST easy.

  218. Nicole Avatar
    Nicole

    I’ve used triangle papers before and love them. I love the idea of your charm square triangle papers. Can’t wait to try them all.

  219. Susan Avatar
    Susan

    I’ve never tried triangle paper—would LOVE to!

  220. DaisyS Avatar
    DaisyS

    Can’t wait to try these with the tiny sizes and the charm packs! Making my list…

  221. Judi Urbanek Avatar
    Judi Urbanek

    Huge fan of triangle papers! BEST method to make HSTs ever!

  222. Julie Boyer Avatar
    Julie Boyer

    Triangle paper is fun to use. Can’t wait for some Christmas money so I can order some.

  223. Stephanie Tabares Avatar
    Stephanie Tabares

    Love triangle papers. Best thing for my sensational sampler quilt.

  224. Leanne Avatar
    Leanne

    I just bought some 1 inch triangle paper from you…so happy to see the video. I haven’t tried them yet hopefully sometime this week I can find a little “me time” for sewing.

  225. Martha C. Avatar
    Martha C.

    I cannot wait to try a pack. I have a few charm packs waiting for an idea of how to use them. Love th charm pack size!

  226. Janet D Avatar
    Janet D

    I’ve never used the triangle papers, but you have me convinced to give them a try now. Thanks!

  227. Debbie Avatar
    Debbie

    Will definitely try! Thanks so much for the information about them!!!!!

  228. Cindy Avatar
    Cindy

    Great tutorial!

  229. Lana Cadwallader Avatar
    Lana Cadwallader

    Love triangle papers! Thanks for the perfect size to use with charms.

  230. balletmom50 Avatar

    Would love to try these, as much as I love triangles, this looks much easier to putting them together. Thanks for the tip! Looking forward to the rest of the 12 days! Merry Christmas, Susan

  231. carol Avatar
    carol

    I have seen these triangle papers on other quilter blogs with mixed reviews. Your use of these papers are a good testimonial.

  232. Lisa Avatar
    Lisa

    I am going to try your papers for charm squares. So glad to know they are available for making those tiny half square triangles I love, yet have been reluctant to tackle.

  233. Ann Avatar
    Ann

    I have done demo’s for a quilt shop about all the perfect ways to make half square triangles, and mine are really good, but to make small ones in volume, this would be the way to do it! Can’t wait to tackle my next triangle project with these.

  234. Cathie Avatar
    Cathie

    Have to give these a try. Thanks Lisa!

  235. stacey larson Avatar
    stacey larson

    Can’t wait to try these – maybe i can get my Folk Art Album Done……….I’ve been dreading the 1/2 square triangles. ๐Ÿ™‚

  236. Jill Avatar
    Jill

    I haven’t tried these yet, but love the idea of using them for all those HST. Especially those little ones.

  237. Sharon Browne Avatar
    Sharon Browne

    I have never used triangle papers before but I bet they would come in handy for miniature quilts which I love to make.

  238. Kerri V Avatar
    Kerri V

    I have never tried these but would love to …

  239. Diana Tatro Avatar
    Diana Tatro

    Man, oh, man…This sounds like the perfect solution to ALL my worries….I sure hope I win a set !! Please pick ME !!

  240. Patti Avatar
    Patti

    I like using triangle paper for half square triangles. I especially like how your paper goes across the rows so I can make a full sheet at once.

  241. Helen LeBrett Avatar
    Helen LeBrett

    Those look great to try: I like foundation piecing (w/ paper) because of how accurate it is, so that looks like a win-win to me!!

  242. Kay B Avatar
    Kay B

    I have used other brands of triangle paper when you have recommend it with your pattern. I especially like the papers when I’m making tiny triangles. Can’t wait to try yours. I know your improvement will be wonderful. The charm size is very appealing.

  243. Patricia Streeter Avatar
    Patricia Streeter

    Looking forward to use yours. Becoming interested in miniaturizing quilts The only way to be sane is paper triangles. Ordering now!!

  244. Laura Lynch Avatar
    Laura Lynch

    I have never tried paper triangles . . . sounds like it would be so much more accurate! I’d love to try them!

  245. Kathy Avatar
    Kathy

    I haven’t tried these yet, but will order some. I like using paper piecing for triangles, especially tiny ones!

  246. ethelann wood Avatar
    ethelann wood

    I have been making the ” Bertie” wool series and I can tell you that HST are not at all easy to keep accurate, it affects the whole piece. I would love to try these!

  247. Kim F. Avatar
    Kim F.

    Your HSTs look perfect! will have to give these a try.

  248. Peggy Dalberto Avatar
    Peggy Dalberto

    Lisa, first off, Merry Christmas to you and the family. Second, you are the queen of tiny and accurate. I have 2 of your small projects I have been trying to figure out, so perhaps I need to invest in your hst papers, since I am tired of having a relationship with “Jack”(the ripper).

  249. Barb Avatar
    Barb

    Hi, I have never used paper for hst’s, these look like it would be even fun!

  250. Mary Ann Avatar
    Mary Ann

    I have never tried triangle papers, these look at treat for the precuts. And I am so intrigued by minis now I think they will be a mush have!

  251. Claire Avatar
    Claire

    I have been wanting to make the Home for the Holidays small pattern that you gave us as a freebie many years ago for the PG Open House. Those tiny HSTs have been making me put it off. I think maybe the time has come to get on with it. Thanks for the tips and the chance to win.

  252. Holly M. Avatar
    Holly M.

    I have never tried these . . . have always done my HSTs w/o them . . . but I’m into making life easier for myself these days so I’m off to purchase some of these from the store!!

  253. vicky krause Avatar
    vicky krause

    i’m looking forward to trying these new papers to make triangles. i’ve used others and they sometimes end up “wonky”! i like that you’ve also made some of them so i can do strips. Deluxe idea!!!!!!

  254. Brenda Peplinskie Avatar
    Brenda Peplinskie

    Right now I’m using Deb Tucker’s “Tucker’s Trimmer” ruler for my half square triangles, but I’m going to give these a try this year.

  255. annita Avatar
    annita

    I have not got the opportunity to use these. I have your PG Home for the Holidays, and am looking forward to making accurate triangles fast and easy. A project to start in the New Year.

  256. Cecilia Avatar
    Cecilia

    I haven’t used your triangle papers, but I can see where it would definitely be a needful thing for such small HSTs. Thank you!

  257. Janice Akin Avatar
    Janice Akin

    Never used them but I’m sure going to try them now.

  258. Lynne Sowerby Avatar
    Lynne Sowerby

    I really like these papers, will use them from now on.

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