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Modern Hexagon Quilt Construction

8/22/2020

 
Last week I shared how to draft this modern hexagon quilt using EQ8.

You can find the free EQ8 video tutorial here.
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Modern Hexagon Quilt designed by Kari Schell using EQ8
In this blog, I will share with you how I turned my virtual quilt into a "real" quilt during a mini-quilt retreat..
I used 2-1/2" squares of five different ombre fabrics and some English Paper Piecing templates for the hexagons.  The background is a grey Kona cotton (Dove) .  I added a grey ombre for the binding.

Hexagon Templates from EQ to Cricut Design Space

With EQ and an electronic cutting system of your choice, you will never need to purchase English Paper Piecing templates again -- and you will be able to have complete control over the sizes. 
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I printed the hexagon template from Electric Quilt to a pdf file. 

Then I used Inkscape to convert the pdf file to svg.  Inkscape is a professional vector graphics editor for Windows, Mac OS X and Linux. It's free and open source.   You can download the most current version of Inkscape here.

Once I had an SVG file, I could import it into Cricut Design Space and cut out all my templates using my Cricut Maker.  This process would also work if you use the Brother Scan n Cut or Silhouette Studio.
This video will take you through the process of going from EQ to Inkscape to Cricut Design Space.

Modern Hexagon Quilt Construction

I used a number of new techniques (at least for me) to construct my quilt.  

This video will take you through the major steps of my process:
  • Hand basting the hexagons
  • Preparing a full-size backdrop (within EQ) for use in accurately placing the hexagons.
  • Gluing the hexagons on the background fabric
  • My quilting approach for this quilt
Here is an Amazon link to the glue products used in the video.
  • Aleene's Fabric Fusion Permanent Glue 8 oz
  • Precision Tip Applicator Bottle Four 1 Oz. Bottles and 12 Tips for Multi-Purpose Use
Note that these are affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you purchase from the link.
Here is my finished project (100% completed at my mini-retreat).  It feels so good to have had some sew time along with a chance to catch up with some quilting friends.  And I could get really spoiled with the four tables per person -- to help us with social distancing.
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Modern Hexagon Quilt by Kari Schell
Last week, some creative modern hexagon designs were shared in the Learning EQ Facebook group.  Great job ladies!
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Amy M.
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Helen H.
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Marty A.
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Nancy L.
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Happy quilting.

​Kari

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LaRae
8/22/2020 08:31:26 am

Thank you sew much for another great video! I love when you show how to use Inkscape to our benefit. I need to use it more often. It is a powerful tool for us quilters. Takes a bit of time to learn but you only need to learn the parts of the software that will benefit the electronic cutter you have, it opens up a whole new world. So, thank you again for another great informational video! Stay safe & healthy!

Kari Schell
8/22/2020 02:39:24 pm

I feel I am an advanced beginner at Inkscape -- but agree, there are not a lot of elements you need to use to successfully use with EQ and your cutting system.

Bill Keller
8/22/2020 09:13:20 am

I just muddled through exporting a pdf template this past week for a guild sew along. I am making a set of drunkards path acrylic templates. I print out the paper template and glue it to the acrylic, then cut with a bandsaw and finish the edges on a edge sander

Kari Schell
8/22/2020 02:38:21 pm

Wow -- that would be a challenge. Sounds like it went well.


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