Sylvia guides us through how to make this simple block and she has designed this interesting table runner approx 48″x32″. Or you could also raid your fabric stash to make an interesting scrap quilt.
Scrap Star Patchwork Block
The block itself is quite unusual as it takes four to make the star shine.
Easy for Beginners
Follow her simple steps which give you accurate sewing and she uses up all the bits too so there is no waste!
More about Sylvia Critcher
Known mostly for her trapunto and faux French boutis, Sylvia teaches a wide range of patchwork techniques, and you can contact her in respect of teaching assignments by tel 01732 462653 or by e-mail by clicking here. Because she is prepared to travel and has just come back from teaching at a patchwork retreat in Spain!
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Valerie uses pre-printed panels and her favourite method of creating 2" half-square triangle units. Valerie Nesbitt talks you through how to make these simple blocks, which can become cushions. Or you can put three together in a row, to make a great table runner.
She uses the thangles method o...
We are in the final stages of making this English Paper pieced table runner.
Your last pieces
In this section you get to add 45 degree diamonds that join the blocks together. You'll also some kites that join the blocks and then you need to applique the whole table runner onto the background fab...