About the Quilt-Along
The Stars in My Garden quilt-along is a free series designed to guide you through creating a colorful, star-themed quilt. The guide for this quilt is available to download for free, and you can also join the Stars in My Garden email list to receive weekly reminders and links to written instructions and videos for each block.
Block Eight: Rising Star in Pink
Another star this week! In a way, it’s two stars, or more precisely, a star in a star. We’ll be making a total of four blocks this week. These will complete the corners of the rectangular shape we’ve been creating.
Materials Needed
Makes four (4) blocks:
- Sixteen (16) 2.5″ x 4.5″ rectangles for large flying geese (light blue)
- Thirty-two (32) 2.5″ x 2.5″ squares for large flying geese (dark pink)
- Sixteen (16) 2.5″ x 2.5″ squares for corners (light blue)
- Four (4) 2.5″ x 2.5″ squares for small star center (white)
- Sixteen (16) 1.5″ x 2.5″ rectangles for small flying geese (dark pink)
- Thirty-two (32) 1.5″ x 1.5″ squares for small flying geese (white)
- Sixteen (16) 1.5″ x 1.5″ squares for corners of small star (dark pink)
Making the Block
1. Make the Flying Geese
- Step 1: Take one square and place it on one end of a rectangle, right sides together. Draw a diagonal line from corner to corner on the square.
- Step 2: Sew directly on the drawn line and press the square back to form a triangle.
- Step 3: Trim off the excess fabric. Save the scraps for future projects or leader/ender sewing.
- Step 4: Repeat this process on the other end of the rectangle to complete the flying geese unit.
Note: photos of flying geese NOT to scale.
I have a video on my YouTube channel that details making flying geese if you need more detail (plus some tips and tricks!).
2. Assemble the Blocks
- Start by assembling the small star block. There are three rows – each with three units. Sew the units together to make the rows, and then sew the rows. This small block will be the center of the large star, and should measure 4.5″ square
- Assemble the large star in the same manner – three rows of three units.
- Repeat for a total of four blocks.
Tips for success
Fabric Placement: If you’re working with batiks, you’ll love that both sides of the fabric are the same—no need to worry about right or wrong sides!
Precision: Take your time with the Flying Geese units to ensure sharp, even points.
Batch Sewing: Chain-piece your Flying Geese to save time and keep the process efficient.
Looking Ahead
Next week we’ll be making the same block, but in different colors!
Resources & Links
Don’t forget to check out these resources to make your quilting journey easier:
- Free Quilt-along Guide: Download it here to follow along with the written instructions.
- Email List: Join the “Stars in My Garden” email list for weekly reminders and exclusive tips.
- Quilt Kits: Love the colors in this quilt? Get your kit from Vintage Pink and Green.
