Mosaic Star Quilt Block Pattern

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The Mosaic Star Quilt Block Pattern is a beautiful and intricate block that features a central star motif surrounded by a mosaic-like border. While it may look complex, it's actually quite simple to make once you break it down into its component parts. In this tutorial, I'll guide you step-by-step through the process of creating this stunning quilt block.

Materials you will need:

• Fabric (in various colors and prints)
• Rotary cutter and mat
• Ruler
• Sewing machine
• Thread
• Iron and ironing board
• Fabric pen or pencil

Step 1: Choose your fabrics The first step in making any quilt block is choosing your fabrics. For this particular pattern, you'll need at least four different fabrics in contrasting colors and prints. Choose fabrics that work well together and that you love.

Step 2: Cut your fabrics Using your rotary cutter, ruler, and mat, cut your fabrics into the following sizes:

• Center square (for the star): 4.5 inches
• Star points: 2.5 inches (you'll need 8 of these)
• Mosaic squares: 2.5 inches (you'll need 16 of these)
• Border strips: 2.5 x 4.5 inches (you'll need 4 of these)

Step 3: Assemble the star To create the central star motif, you'll need to sew together the 2.5-inch star points to form eight "arms". Once you've done this, sew the arms together to create the star. Press your seams open.

Step 4: Add the mosaic border Now it's time to add the mosaic border around the star. To do this, sew together four rows of four 2.5-inch mosaic squares each. Press your seams open.

Next, sew the mosaic border strips to the top and bottom of the star. Press your seams open. Then sew the remaining two strips to the sides of the star. Press your seams open.

Step 5: Finish the block Finally, trim the block to 12.5 inches square, and press it one last time. Congratulations, you've created a beautiful Mosaic Star Quilt Block Pattern!

Step 6: Repeat to make more blocks (optional) If you're making a quilt using this pattern, you'll need to repeat these steps to make as many blocks as you need. You can use the same fabrics for all your blocks, or mix and match to create a scrappy look.

Step 7: Assemble the quilt top (optional) Once you've made all your blocks, it's time to assemble the quilt top. Arrange the blocks in the desired pattern, and sew them together using a ¼-inch seam allowance. Press your seams open.

Step 8: Quilt and bind (optional) After you've assembled your quilt top, it's time to quilt and bind it. There are many different ways to quilt a quilt, so choose a method that works for you. Once you've quilted your quilt, bind it using your preferred binding method.

And there you have it – a stunning Mosaic Star Quilt Block Pattern! Whether you use it to make a single block or an entire quilt, this pattern is sure to impress.

How to Resize Quilt Blocks:

The first step in modifying any quilt block is to decide on the size of your finished quilt block. You can come to a decision based on a number of factors: doubling a pattern, cutting your pattern in half, or choosing the size based on your available fabric.

NOTE: When working from a pattern’s cutting instructions, make sure you remove the seam allowance before doubling or tripling the size. For instance, if your pattern calls for 3-1/2″ squares, first you’ll subtract the sum of the seam allowances (1/2″), double the finished block size (from 3″ to 6″), and add the seam allowance back in (1/2″). So, when all is said and done, you will cut a 6-1/2″ piece of fabric.

Resizing Square Blocks:

Square blocks are the easiest to resize. Simply add to your finished block measurement. For example, if you’d like your finished block to be a 4″ square, you’ll need to cut a 4-1/2″ square of fabric.

Resizing Rectangular Blocks:

Similarly to the square, for rectangle blocks, you’ll add to the length and width measurements of your finished block. If you’re doubling block that measures 3″ x 4″ in your quilt, you’ll cut a 6-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ rectangle of fabric.

Resizing Half-Square Triangle Blocks:

When you want to change the size of a Half-Square Triangle block, add 7/8″ to the desired finished block size. To make a 4″ finished block, you’d cut 4-7/8″ squares.

Resizing Quarter Square Triangle:

Since there are two cut lines and two seam lines in a Quarter-Square Triangle block you’ll need to add 1-1/4″ to the desired finished block size. For a finished block that’s 4″, you’d cut your squares 5-1/4″.