2015 Summer Block of the Month

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Discover a quilting experience unlike any other! Join Kimberly Einmo to sew a stunning, Craftsy-exclusive quilt with block-by-block guidance.

Night Stars Quilt Kit

Learn all about the stunning 2015 Summer Block of the Month quilt kit!

Welcome

Meet quilting expert Kimberly Einmo and preview the exclusive Night Stars quilt pattern you’ll make in class. Before you start sewing, set yourself up for success with Kimberly’s tips for pre-washing, pressing and cutting your fabrics. Plus, discover a timesaving trick for pre-cutting accurate border strips!

July: Sawtooth Stars

Perfect your technique for making flying geese and half-square triangle units as you construct four simple but striking Sawtooth Star block designs. With Kimberly’s guidance, you’ll discover a variety of ways to create these classic units before piecing them together with perfectly aligned points and straight seams.

August: Spinning Stars

Learn how to combine half-square and quarter-square triangles into triple-triangle units as you add dynamic Spinning Star blocks to your quilt top. Kimberly breaks down the entire process, showing you tips for cutting and piecing these versatile units. Then, learn a hassle-free technique for making a four-patch for the block center — no pinning required!

September: Ohio Stars

Quilt along with Kimberly as she demonstrates how to construct several lovely variations of the Ohio Star block. Practice making precise quad-triangle units, which form the pointed ends of the star, and make a striking hourglass center option. Then learn a simple method for creating an attractive square-in-a-square unit to enhance the center of your blocks.

October: Spiky Stars

Learn the secret to creating Kimberly’s more advanced Spiky Star blocks. In the process, you’ll gain familiarity using templates and specialty rulers to quickly and easily cut out tricky shapes. Plus, find out creative ways to make eye-catching design variations!

November: Rainbow Star Block

Focus on creating the stunning centerpiece of your quilt: the Rainbow Star block. First, get in-depth instruction on how to cut perfect diamond shapes with ease. Then find out Kimberly’s trusty method for assembling this intricate multicolored block without added bulk or tricky Y-seams!

December: Final Quilt Construction

Now that you’ve constructed the blocks, it’s time to assemble your quilt. Learn Kimberly’s effective technique for setting the Rainbow Star block on point before laying out the remaining blocks and adding the spacer strips and borders. In addition, discover helpful quilting and binding tips that will make your quilt shine!