No-Hassle Triangles Quilt Blocks – Part Two

how to sew 1/4-square triangles by Nancy Zieman

No-Hassle Triangles Quilt Blocks – Part Two

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how to sew 1/4-square triangles by Nancy Zieman

Triangular shapes can be sticklers to piece! Quilt patterns with 1/2-square and 1/4-square triangles are found in many traditional quilt pattern designs. Here’s how to take the hassle out of creating triangles, in particular 1/4-square triangles. For more details watch the second episode of No-Hassle Triangles Quilt Blocks online.

The Sampler Quilt

This 12-block quilt features both 1/2- and 1/4-square blocks. In a previous blog, Nancy Zieman featured six of the 1/2-square triangle blocks. Now learn how to combine the two block styles to create amazing quilt designs. Note: The instructions to create this quilt are found in No-Hassle Triangles Quilt Blocks book.

How to make 1/2-square triangles the easy way by Nancy Zieman

1/4-Square Dance 

Some quilt block names have a long history; others are simply made up on the fly! We’ll let you decide the authenticity of this block named the 1/4-Square Dance! Regardless of what it’s called, it’s the perfect block to begin our no-hassle quilt block journey.

how to sew 1/4-square triangles by Nancy Zieman

Boy’s Nonsense (1898)

This quilt block named, Boy’s Nonsense, was officially recorded and appears in print in 1898. The block appears to include rectangular strips. Not so, the design is a combination of 1/2- and 1/4-square triangles plus a plain center square.

how to sew 1/4-square triangles by Nancy Zieman

Silent Star

It might be difficult to comprehend, but the next block, Silent Star, is almost identical to the last block, Boy’s Nonsense. The main difference in construction is the center block—all the other blocks are the same. This is the case where fabric choices totally change the design!

how to sew 1/4-square triangles by Nancy Zieman

Ohio Star

Simple in design, yet elegant, the Ohio Star quilt block has been in use since the early 1800s, with a spike in popularity in the 1930s. See how this 9-patch block can be made the no-hassle way in the 21st century.

how to sew 1/4-square triangles by Nancy Zieman

Star of Hope (1980)

Now for your master’s degree in 1/4-square triangles! The Star of Hope combines a 1/2- and 1/4-square triangle; Nancy called it a modified 1/4-square. Notice the three-color block of aqua, ivory, and teal. Success comes by thinking this through and following the directions!

how to sew 1/4-square triangles by Nancy Zieman

Card Trick (1979)

The Card Trick Quilt Block, like most magic, seems impossible to reproduce. What appears as sleight of hand, is a very logical block to create once you see the elements. The Card Trick—we know you will not be fooled by the design!

how to sew 1/4-square triangles by Nancy Zieman

How to Make 1/4-Square Triangles

There are several ways to make triangles; our preference is to use the No-Hassle Triangles Gauge. Reference the left side of the gauge for 1/2-square triangles and the right side for 1/4-square triangles.

  • Depress and slide the guide to the size triangle you’d like to make. The guide will lock in place.

  • Cut strips the size printed on the gauge. Then cut strips into squares. In this example, cut 6-1/4″ strips, then cut strips into 6-1/4″ squares.

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  • Stitch a scant 1/4″ from each side of center.

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  • Cut along center; press.

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  • Stack two 1/2-square triangles, meeting opposite colors.

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  • Slide the gauge to the 1/2-square triangle marking on the left side. Double check that the block fits within the gauge perimeters.
  • Mark center diagonal line through die cut openings.

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  • Cut along center marking; press.

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  • This time, you’ll have two accurate 1/4-square triangles! Using the No-Hassle Triangles Gauge guarantees that the sizes of the 1/2-square and 1/4-square triangles are compatible in a quilt design!

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Make This Sampler Quilt at Home

The No-Hassle Triangles Quilt Blocks book shows exactly how to make the 12-block sampler quilt. For best results, use the No-Hassle Triangles Gauge. 

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Watch No-Hassle Triangles (Part One and Part Two) on Sewing With Nancy online.

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For a chance to win a copy of the No-Hassle Triangles Quilt Blocks book, tell us which of the 1/4-square or 1/2-square blocks you would like to make.

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Happy Quilting!

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39 Comments

  • Anne Z
    July 11, 2019

    I would love to make the Star of Hope. It is such a dynamic quilt block, but easy to put together using 1/2 and 1/4 square triangles.

  • Ennis A Weeks
    July 11, 2019

    Love all the squares!! Star of Hope and Card Trick are my favorites. Beautiful quilting!! Thanks for more inspiration.

  • Carol Henry
    July 11, 2019

    I would like to make the Star of hope block . Done in red white and blue would make a nice quilt of valor.

  • Ann West
    July 11, 2019

    The Ohio Star Block is an old standard – so elegant yet so mighty. It would be the block I would make first.

  • Joyce
    July 11, 2019

    I would like to make the card trick block. It reminds me of shuffling cards and I like the feeling of motion from it!

  • Rhonda Maxfield
    July 11, 2019

    I want to make the card trick for sure. A friend has this book and I would love to have one myself so I can make these blocks at home. Thanks for the chance to win one.

  • Ellen Brock
    July 11, 2019

    I would like to try Boy’s Nonesense. Looks like a good challenge for me. Love all things Nancy.

  • Nancy Lewis
    July 11, 2019

    I have always wanted to make the card trick block. I love the design and how easy it is to make.

  • Julie Kill
    July 11, 2019

    the Star blocks are my favorite- Star of Hope, Ohio Star and Silent star. Silent Start is number 1. The infinite number of possibilities with making these types of patterns is my favorite part! Change one color, or sometimes just the orientation of a single square and there are infinite “looks” possible!
    It’s SO COOL!

  • Carolyn T
    July 11, 2019

    I like the use of the ivory fabric to create the illusion of negative space in Nancy’s example of the1898 Boy’s Nonsense design. The No Hassle Triangles book will surely guide me through the process!

  • Marylou Wahl
    July 11, 2019

    I would like to make them all but very partial to star patterns and Star of Hope is my favorite . I love sampler quilts!!
    I have the No-Hassle Triangle gauge and love using it!!wonderful tool!

  • Liz
    July 11, 2019

    I love all the blocks for different reasons. But I would love to start with the Ohio star since my dad is from Ohio.

  • Clovis
    July 11, 2019

    The Card Trick look like it will be a good one to make.

  • Pat
    July 11, 2019

    I would make the Card Trick block. I struggled with this block in the past and would like to try it using this method and gauge.

  • Susan
    July 11, 2019

    The 1/4-Square Dance captures my attention. I love it for its simplistic design that carries a lot of impact.

  • Rosie
    July 11, 2019

    Card Trick is beautiful and would be my first choice.

  • bethd.
    July 11, 2019

    I would like to make the silent star block. I could use the gauge tool for the help I need to do it.

  • Linda H
    July 11, 2019

    Love all the squares. I would make the Star of Hope first. Love the look of the sampler quilt.

  • Teri
    July 11, 2019

    I would love to make the Star of Hope block. I”m always interested in finding new stars to create a star filled quilt.

  • Anita
    July 11, 2019

    I love all the stars, but the Square Dance block has really sparked my imagination. I could see a two-color of three-color quilt done in just that block. The possibilities could be endless!

  • Sandra N
    July 11, 2019

    I have always wanted to make a card trick quilt. This book and tool would certainly be helpful to me!

  • Sharon
    July 11, 2019

    Star of Hope

  • Bev Bolduc Aldridge
    July 11, 2019

    It is a tie for me, Star of Hope or Card Trick. The 1st I would probably make is Card Trick as I already decided on the fabrics to use.

  • Janet
    July 11, 2019

    I’d like to make the Star of Hope.

  • Sharon
    July 11, 2019

    I would definitely start out with Boy’s Nonsense and follow up with Card Trick. For whatever reason, they appeal to me.

  • Lorraine Alves
    July 11, 2019

    Card Trick looks tricky but the pulled out pieces show how simple it actually is to make. I would definitely make Card Trick first.

  • Ginger
    July 11, 2019

    I like Ohio star first.

  • Nancy H
    July 11, 2019

    I would love to try the card trick block.

  • Barb K
    July 11, 2019

    The Star of Hope block is the one for me–I like the plain lines of the design.

  • Bonnye
    July 11, 2019

    I would like to make the card trick block for a neighbor who plays bridge.

  • Christi
    July 11, 2019

    I always like Card Trick blocks.

  • Hannah W
    July 11, 2019

    The star of hope is a great block with a great name:)

  • Gail Beam
    July 12, 2019

    I like the star of hope and it seems like it would be easier to do for a novice beginner quilter like myself

  • Lee Ann Wagner
    July 12, 2019

    So hard to choose! I love the idea of making so many designs so easily using triangles! I think my favorite is the star of hope.

  • Linda
    July 12, 2019

    I want to make the whole quilt, but I think I would start with the Star of Hope and Card Trick. Nancy’s ideas and tips are fabulous! I have the tool and it’s one of my “can’t do without it” tools.

  • Lillian K
    July 12, 2019

    I have always liked the Card Trick Block.

  • DeAnns S
    July 12, 2019

    I’ve always liked Card Trick. I think it’s so versatile and I love the illusion it creates.

  • Karen King
    July 13, 2019

    I would make the star of hope or the Ohio star, actually I would like to make a sampler of lots of different stars! This is on my list!!!

  • Icarol
    July 13, 2019

    I like the card trick block.

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