fabric406 Blog — Eight Pointed Star Blocks
How to Create a Different Kind of Kaleidoscope Quilt Block - a Free Tutorial
Posted by Elaine Huff on
Today let's look at the Kaleidoscope quilt block designed by Nancy Page. This block is not at all like the more modern blocks by the same name. It's a large pretty block that makes a secondary star pattern when multiple blocks are sewn together.
How to Create this Crowned Star Variation Quilt Block - a Free Tutorial
Posted by Elaine Huff on
Let's sew together this variation of the Crowned Star quilt block. It is a very pretty traditional block that uses half-square triangles, modified flying geese, and snowball units. The original block appeared in Stitch 'n Sew Quilts but I altered the block a bit to make it easier to piece.
Free Christmas Star Quilt Block Pattern
Posted by Elaine Huff on
Today let's look at the Christmas Star quilt block. With Christmas just around the corner, you probably won't have time to make anything with this block this year but why not get a head start on next year! This traditional Christmas Star quilt block that I'll be demonstrating in this tutorial is attributed to the Kansas City Star. Let's jump in!
Traditional Quilt Block - Eddystone Light
Posted by Elaine Huff on
Today we're going to look at the traditional quilt block Eddystone Light. I was drawn to this block - was it the star (I'm partial to star blocks) or the outside border? Either way, it's a fun block to do - not super easy but not too difficult either. I was also intrigued by the name Eddystone Light so I did some research.
Free Eight Pointed Star Quilt Block Tutorial
Posted by Elaine Huff on
This variation of an Eight Pointed Star quilt block goes together quickly and makes a nice secondary design in a quilt. Lots of star blocks are called Eight Pointed Star - this one could be considered a variation of the Ohio Star block as well.
