Block of the Month 2017: Blazing Star
Celebrate “tradition with a twist”! Our Block of the Month features a spectacular Blazing Star pattern, Boundless fabric and online lessons with…
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Celebrate “tradition with a twist”! Our Block of the Month features a spectacular Blazing Star pattern, Boundless fabric and online lessons with designer Nancy McNally. You’ll get everything you need up front so you can work at your own pace. Plus we provide lots of ways to connect with fellow quilters. Make an heirloom — and maybe a few new friends!
Getting Started
Meet Nancy and start class by learning about the inspiration behind the Blazing Star quilt. You’ll get tips on preparing your fabric and staying organized from month to month.
January: Broadway Star & Ribbon Border
Nancy guides you step by step through piecing tri-square units to assemble the Broadway Star block and ribbon border with ease. You’ll see how simple unit rotation creates a stunning visual effect.
February: Marquis Diamond & Comet
Find out how to accurately cut kite shapes without specialty tools and create two fun blocks with perfect points: the Marquis Diamond and Comet.
March: Aura Star
Discover a new way to piece flying geese as you create the Wild Goose Chase block. Nancy shares a useful trick for a simple square-in-square block. Plus, get a handle on bias seams.
April: Wild Goose Chase
Find out how to sew partial seams like a pro as you assemble the Aura Star block, a unique design that’s easier than it looks to put together.
May: Blazing Stars
Watch your quilt come to life as you strip-piece Lone Star blocks using three fun fabrics. You’ll get Nancy’s expert tips for accurate cutting and sewing to make your diamonds really sparkle.
June: Quilt Assembly
Wrap up class by putting your quilt together. Keep it manageable by sewing one quadrant at a time, then add a stunning ribbon border to complete your Blazing Star.
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