Foundations in Quiltmaking — February: Half-Square Triangles

In-person workshop with Maura Ambrose in Bastrop — February 15th, 2026 10:00am-1:00pm

In February, we’ll step into one of the most versatile and well-loved building blocks in quilting: the Half-Square Triangle (HST). This workshop introduces bias edges and trimming—skills that add precision and open up new possibilities—while keeping the process approachable and enjoyable.

Through guided demonstrations and hands-on sewing, you’ll learn how value contrast and pressing direction work together to create crisp, dynamic patchwork.

What we’ll focus on

• Two-at-a-time HST construction

• Trimming units accurately for clean, crisp shapes

• Understanding value contrast

• Pressing for flat, well-behaved seams

What you’ll make

We’ll look at several ways Half-Square Triangles can be arranged—pinwheel, sawtooth, and chevron—but we’ll work step-by-step through making one finished pinwheel block from start to finish. You’ll leave with a completed block and the confidence to use HSTs in future quilt projects.

Beginner-friendly and fully self-contained, this workshop is perfect as a stand-alone class or as part of the Foundations in Patchwork offerings. You’ll receive supportive guidance, space to practice, and plenty of time to find your rhythm at the sewing table.

Seats are limited to keep the learning experience personal and hands-on.