but alas, it doesn't work. Don't you just hate it when your plan falls flat on it's face??? I have a stack of 5" squares
, I added the HQT's to put them on point and thus, bigger. I have been wanting to get them used up. The plan was I could use up 1.5 and 2" strips,and make a strippy quilt. I could vary how many stripes were in between the squares, and get an even more unique look. I was so excited about this...LOL. Well, the truth is that I'd be crazy to do it with a center block on point. Either way you turn it, you are dealing with a full deck of BIAS!! Might be possible to get rows that lay flat and are not affected by being on the bias, but not likely in my case...*VBG* And I know it would a nightmare to quilt or tie, because of the stretch in those squares. So, back to the drawing board I guess. 
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Okay...where are you worried about the bias edges??
If you want to not have any bias edges on the outside square, then you cut a small sq. and cut once for 2 trianlges. You will have a bias edge to sew onto the 5" square, however it will stablize when you sew it...so it shouldn't then be an issue.
If you make a larger square and cut it 2 times to get 4 triangles then YES, you will have that outer edge of nothing but bias edges, so I wouldn't do THAT.
I'd use the first option of making your sq's and cut them once. Sew with the triangle on the bottom to stablize the bias and sew them to the square. The outer edges will NOT be on the bias so you should be good.
Is that something like what you meant??
I'd keep going if I were you. Yes, the square in a square has bias edges, but as long as the strips you sew to them are straight of grain they should tame the bias just fine. Just handle them gently and press lightly or just finger press. I love how it's looking - an absolutely wonderful "Finn quilt", and I'd sure hate to see you stop with it now!
I guess I should add sew straight of grain strips to all 4 sides. That will control your bias just fine. Then do whatever you want with the resulting blocks.
you could just add a single strip on all sides of the on point square, to "bury" the bias...
A strip on all four sides is my solution also. Now you have a square in a square log cabin strippy quilt. I like it *s*`
Bias edges aren't that bad - just use spray starch when you are ironing. AND - run a running stitch all along the outside edge of the top before quilting about 1/4" in - this will help prevent the edges from stretching as you quilt. Try it - you might be pleasantly surprised! I like your idea/concept.
Cheers!
Evelyn
I agree with all the other comments. It can work, you have a great scrappy quilt going don't give up now.
These all sound like good solutions to me. Seems a shame not to carry on because the overall effect of the scrappy squares and strips would be lovely.
I agree with all the other comments. Finish it - it looks like it will be great!
see Finn? you had a great idea- and here is how to handle that bias issue- I say keep on going gf!
Go for it Finn! Be the maverick!
Finn, I meant to tell you that I love the photo of your mum and dad on their wedding day. They are a lovely couple..I hope your feeling more rested today and isn't nice that the evening are cooling off....Hugs Tina
Finn, I just love your blog! You make me smile.
In my un-biased opinion.... They still look fun though, and the idea is inspired!
I love Dawn's comment! You got lots of good suggestions here Finn. I hate to admit it, but that Pioneer Trail I posted the other day is three inches longer than the EQ quilt. Oh well, I like it, and no one can tell--as long as it's flapping in the wind.
I really like the coyote next to the cactus fabric... lol
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