Thursday, April 7, 2022

Emerald Stars

Emerald Stars
Hey everyone, I have a beautiful new quilt for you today. Shades of green with black accents are perfect for the gem star die from Blue Wren. This die is fairly new and comes in two sizes.


I created the layout in EQ8 to determine color placement and yardage. Sewing went quickly since all the blocks are the same. No scraps this week! 


After joining the blocks, I added a 4” wide border of black and white gingham. Backing is a dark gray and cream swirly print.


I quilted an allover pattern with pale gray thread, using Angela Walters Creative Grid Squiggy ruler. Final size for Emerald Stars is 58” square. Black binding with a decorative stitch creates a pretty frame.



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Blue Wren die:
6817 Gem Star 10” finished


Accuquilt dies:
55054 Strip 4½”
55017 Strip 2½”


Life should not feel like a chore,
it should feel like an adventure.
~ Donna Ashworth

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