Patchwork Essentials: The Half-Square Triangle by Jeni Baker

The half-square triangle -- or "HST" for short -- is possibly a quilter's most versatile piecing shape, with a ton of design possibilities for a new look each time. Patchwork Essentials: The Half-Square Triangle is an essential pattern and inspiration book for the beginner through intermediate sewist. Several construction methods are included so you are sure to find your favorite one.

The book is divided into five easy to follow sections each with it's own customized Workshop: Color Emphasis, Relative Scale, Patchwork Play and Block Party - a detailed chapter featuring 60, 13" HST block designs - and Tools & Quilting Basics. There is even a fun Quilt Coloring Book section for each of the 12 original designs so that you can play with as many color and fabric combinations as you like before you piece your project.

With quick and easy designs or more detailed work, you will be eager to make one or all of these beautiful projects and embrace the half-square triangle as your favorite go-to essential block.