Friday, October 5, 2012

Star Sampler Quilt Along–Block 10

For this week’s star, I decided to throw in a traditional block, the Ohio Star.  It’s easy, quick, and I think, quite pretty.  It’s amazing all the different looks you can get by just switching up your fabric a bit.

Star Sampler Quilt A long

CUTTING AND FABRIC

Ohio Star Fabric Requirements

Fabric 1 – Background – (4) 4 1/2in. squares and (1) 5 1/4in. square cut twice diagonally.

Fabric 2 – Center – (1) 4 1/2in. square

Fabric 3 – Circle Print – (1) 5 1/4in. square cut twice diagonally

Fabric 4 – Blue Flower – (2) 5 1/4in. squares cut twice diagonally

STEP 1

Ohio Star Step 1

Lay out your triangles as shown above.

STEP 2

Ohio Star Step 2

Sew the two sets of triangles together to make to larger triangles. Press open.

Ohio Star Step 2a

Sew those triangles together to form a square. Press. Trim to 4 1/2 inches.

STEP 3

Ohio Star Step 3

Lay out your blocks as shown.  Sew together into rows and sew rows into block, making sure to pin all corners.  That’s it!  The classic Ohio Star.

Stormy

2 comments:

  1. Where can I find the first nine?

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    1. All the blocks are located under the 'Tutorial' tab at the top of the page. Then click on 'Star Sampler Quilt Along'. I'd love to see your work! So, let me know how you are doing.

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