Debbie from The Fat Quarter Shop shares three methods for making half-square triangles, a basic unit in many quilt blocks. Once you learn how to make half-square triangles, you can incorporate them into many quilt blocks and basic patterns to make a variety of patchwork projects.

Whether you are sewing together two right-angle triangles, making triangles from squares of fabric or using foundation paper, you can sew perfect half-square triangles using these helpful tips from an experienced quilter!

This half-square triangles quilting video is courtesy of The Fat Quarter Shop.