Click on picture for a larger image Description: Use two fabrics to create a striking block! This block is made using the Starmaker® Six Master Template available from Kaye Wood, Inc. You may make the basic block or add additional sections to make the block larger. Single Block: 10" finished

Fabric Requirements (for one basic block): Two Different/Contrasting Strips of fabric 2" x 40"

Assembly: (Using ¼" seams throughout) Instruction Diagram Step 1: Sew strips right sides together along both long edges. Tube piecing saves fabric and speeds up the cutting process.   Step 2: Place the Starmaker® Six along the bottom of the tube strip. Cut along this angle. Step 3: Turn the Starmaker® Six in the opposite direction to cut the second side. The dotted line on the Starmaker® Six should lie along the bottom edge of the strip. The Starmaker® Six should hit the top of the strip at the point of the triangle. Step 4: Cut the second triangle by placing the Starmaker® Six with the dotted line at the top of the strip. Continue turning the Starmaker® Six to cut 6 diamonds for each star. Step 5: To open the diamonds you need to rip out the stitches on the short seam of the diamond. Then press the seams to one side. Step 6: Trim the little "wings" hanging out over the edge of the diamonds. Step 7: Sew the diamonds together with the points into the center. Sew diamonds together in two sets of 3 diamonds each. Then sew the two sets together to form the star. Step 8: The stars may be finished by appliquéing to a background square, or they may be joined with additional diamonds cut from the same strips.

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