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How to Make a Half-Hexagon Quilt: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Make a Half-Hexagon Quilt: A Step-by-Step Guide

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How to Make a Half-Hexagon Quilt: A Step-by-Step Guide

Key Takeaways: The Sit n' Sew Hexies Galore pattern uses 180 precut half-hexagons to create a 28" x 37" quilt. Arrange your fabrics, sew 15 strips, assemble the quilt top, and finish with quilting and binding. The half-hexagons are already cut for you!

Love the look of hexagon quilts but not the thought of cutting dozens of individual pieces?

With a Sit n' Sew precut Hexies quilt kit, the cutting is already done. You get to focus on choosing your fabric arrangement, sewing your pieces together, and watching that beautiful honeycomb design take shape.

This tutorial follows our Hexies Galore pattern and works with any Sit n' Sew quilt kit made using this pattern, regardless of the fabric collection.

Supplies and Finished Size

Finished quilt size: Approximately 28" x 37"

Sewing level: Medium

Seam allowance: 1/4" throughout

Supply Amount and Details
Precut Half-Hexagons 180 pieces included in the kit
Binding Fabric Included in the kit
Backing Fabric Included in the kit
Quilt Batting Needed separately
Sewing Machine Needed separately
Basic Sewing Supplies Thread, scissors, pins or clips, and other standard quilting tools

Pattern: This tutorial follows the Sit n' Sew Hexies Galore pattern. Keep the original pattern handy for the assembly diagrams and trimming guidelines.

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Step-by-Step Instructions

With your precut half-hexagons and sewing supplies ready, it's time to start creating your quilt!

Step 1: Arrange Your Half-Hexagons

Start by laying out your 180 precut half-hexagon pieces in a pattern you like.

Try spreading darker fabrics throughout the design, alternating contrasting colors, or grouping coordinating prints. Move the pieces around until you're happy with the overall look.

Since the pieces are already precut, there's no need to cut each half-hexagon before arranging your quilt.

Tip: Take a picture of your finished layout with your phone or tablet before sewing. This gives you an easy reference for keeping every fabric piece in the correct order.

Precut half-hexagon fabric pieces arranged in the planned quilt layout

Step 2: Sew the Half-Hexagons into Strips

Following your planned arrangement, sew the half-hexagons together using a 1/4" seam allowance.

You'll create a total of 15 strips, with 12 half-hexagons in each strip.

Keep the pieces in their original order as you sew so your finished quilt matches the arrangement you selected.

After sewing each strip, press the seams in the following directions:

  • Odd-numbered strips: Press seams toward the top.
  • Even-numbered strips: Press seams toward the bottom.

Continue until all 15 strips are completed.

Tip: Keep your strips numbered or organized in sequence as you work. This will make assembling the quilt top easier.

Half-hexagon fabric pieces joined into a pieced strip

Step 3: Clip the Small Fabric Tabs

After sewing the half-hexagons into strips, you may notice small tabs of fabric extending beyond the seams.

Carefully clip off these little tabs once your strips are pieced.

Work along each strip, removing the excess tabs without cutting into your stitching.

Step 4: Sew the Strips Together

Now that all 15 strips are pieced, it's time to assemble the quilt top.

Begin sewing the strips together, making sure the half-hexagons line up where the strips meet.

Pay close attention to the alignment as you sew. This is where the distinctive honeycomb design begins to come together.

Continue joining the strips until the entire quilt top is assembled.

Once all the strips are joined, press the seams.

Tip: Take your time matching the half-hexagon seams. Proper alignment helps the geometric design look its best.

Pieced half-hexagon strips aligned and joined to form a honeycomb quilt pattern

Step 5: Trim the Quilt Top into a Rectangle

Once all the strips are sewn together, the top and bottom edges of your quilt will have an uneven outline because of the half-hexagon shapes.

Following the trimming guidelines in the Hexies Galore pattern diagram, trim the top and bottom edges to make the quilt top rectangular.

Use your quilting ruler and rotary cutter to carefully make these cuts.

After trimming, your quilt top is ready for batting, backing, and quilting.

Half-hexagon quilt top with trimming guidelines for straight top and bottom edges

Step 6: Layer and Quilt

Your quilt top is complete! Now it's time to add the batting and backing.

Arrange your quilt into three layers:

  1. Backing fabric on the bottom
  2. Batting in the middle
  3. Pieced quilt top on top

Make sure the layers are properly positioned and secured before quilting.

Quilt the layers together using your preferred quilting design.

Whether you choose simple quilting lines or a more decorative pattern, the quilting stitches will hold the layers together and add texture to your finished project.

Step 7: Add the Binding

You're almost finished!

Take the binding fabric included in your kit and piece the binding strips together at their short ends.

Once joined, use the binding to finish the outer edges of your quilt.

The binding covers the raw edges and gives your quilt a finished appearance.

After securing the binding around your quilt, your Hexies Galore project is complete!

Enjoy Your Finished Half-Hexagon Quilt!

There's something satisfying about seeing individual fabric pieces come together into a finished quilt.

With a Sit n' Sew precut Hexies quilt kit, you can spend more time arranging fabrics, sewing, and enjoying the creative process instead of cutting every half-hexagon yourself.

And because the Hexies Galore pattern works with different fabric collections, you can create a completely different look while following these same seven steps.

Completed half-hexagon quilt with a honeycomb patchwork design and finished binding

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Half-Hexagon Quilt FAQ

What is a half-hexagon quilt?

A half-hexagon quilt is made by sewing half-hexagon fabric shapes together to create a design that looks like rows of complete hexagons.

How many half-hexagons are in a Hexies Galore kit?

The Sit n' Sew Hexies Galore pattern uses 180 precut half-hexagons, sewn into 15 strips of 12 pieces each.

What size is the finished Hexies Galore quilt?

The finished quilt measures approximately 28" x 37".

Is the Hexies Galore quilt beginner-friendly?

The pattern is rated Medium sewing level. It involves sewing half-hexagons into strips, matching seams, assembling the quilt top, trimming, quilting, and binding.

Do I need to cut the half-hexagon pieces myself?

No. When using a Sit n' Sew precut Hexies kit, the half-hexagon pieces are already cut. You will still need to trim the assembled quilt top as directed in the pattern.

What seam allowance should I use?

Use a 1/4" seam allowance throughout the Hexies Galore pattern.

Does the quilt kit include batting?

No. The Hexies Galore pattern lists batting as a separate supply. The kit includes the precut half-hexagons, backing fabric, and binding fabric.

Can I use different fabric collections with this pattern?

Yes. The Hexies Galore instructions can be used with Sit n' Sew quilt kits cut for the same half-hexagon pattern, giving each finished quilt a different look.

Oct 28th 2026 Sit n' Sew Fabrics

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