Helen delights in sharing her love of patchwork with a modern twist, and this spikey star is no exception.
Originally designed for the Quilters Guild, Helen is happy to share the details with us.
The block is made simply from 10" squares, so a layer cake is perfect. Make an assymetrical 9 patch and then add the spikes.
In this workshop Helen has used wonderful Oakshott fabrics, but fabrics with a right and wrong side might be less confusing.
The seam allowance on this improve quilt doesn't really matter, so great for beginners. And then you get to square up the block at the end, so perfect for group quilts.
Helen is happy for you to have access to the pdf, click here. But if you aren't a subscribed member, you will miss out on all those helpful tips she shares with us in the workshop.
Red Stars for Simeon is available from Helen as a pattern, click here.
Interpolations Three also has a pattern, click here for more information.
Click here for Workshop Notes
Click here to watch the full length version of this Taster
A block quilt originally designed by Sally Ablett for the Winter Garden range of fabrics. Although Valerie has recreated it with a more autumnal feel with these lovely fabrics.
A simple block created using strips of fabric. By placing vertical and horizontal blocks the overall pattern develops...
This is a very easy improve block that Helen shares with us. She starts with two x 9" squares, but larger would work too, and then just slices through!
As you sew the pieces together, so you will end up with wonky edges. At the end you just trim up to create a perfect square.
The smaller qu...
As this lovely quilt uses foundation piecing, it is a great quilt for beginners. Meaning you just need to sew on the line – so no need to worry about seam allowances!
In this workshop Valerie guides you through the downloadable notes. She talks you through the various sheets of templates which ...