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Jenny demonstrates how to make an attractive eight-point star block using Vintage Happy 2 5″ Stackers by Lori Holt for Riley Blake.

This block is also known as the Lemoyne Star or the Puritan Star. Jenny squares her blocks with the Clearly Perfect Slotted Trimmer, which is available at missouriquilto.com.

Jenny demonstrates how to make a gorgeous eight-point star block using Vintage Happy 2 5″ Stackers by Lori Holt for Riley Blake. This block is also known as the Lemoyne Star or the Puritan Star.

Welcome to a celebration of love stitched in every seam! Hearts, a timeless symbol of affection, take center stage in our roundup of 35 heart-shaped quilt patterns and tutorials. As we dive into the world of quilting, we discover that hearts, much like love, know no bounds in color and style.

Hearts can be crafted in a myriad of hues, from classic reds to soft pastels, making them a versatile and expressive choice for quilting. The simplicity of the heart shape allows for endless creativity, offering a canvas for personal expression in every quilt block.

In this collection, we explore ...

Create the beautiful Four Patch Burst quilt with this simple and fun tutorial! Misty demonstrates how to make the stunning quilt by following along with her as she showcases how to make it.

Using the Holly Jolly collection from Urban Chiks, Misty makes a quilt with fabric that matches 12-pointed stars in appearance. You can make this quilt with any block collection you have, so get sewing!

Every month, Missouri Star hosts a triple play showcase where Jenny, Misty, and Natalie each present their own distinctive take on a favourite block, technique, or template. In this episode, the talented Doan sisters demonstrate how to use our equilateral 60 degree triangle ruler to create three beautiful Missouri Star 8″ equilateral triangles.

In addition to three adorable quilt blocks, they also demonstrate three gorgeous quilt layouts. Jenny combines 2½” strips of precut fabric (jelly rolls) to create an Artisan Batiks metallic roll-up fabric for Robert Kaufman. Her quilt features a stunning national park motif in each block.

It’s a Missouri Star quilt Co favorite tradition to have Jenny, Misty, and Natalie demonstrate unique takes on a classic block, technique, or template once a month. In this episode, Doan sisters demonstrate three lovely projects based on the Lovely Leaves quilt.

Every month, Jenny, Misty, and Natalie demonstrate their unique approaches to a common block, concept, or template. It’s hard to pick just three projects from the Doan sisters’ demonstration, so be sure to watch the whole video!

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Here’s what you can do with your spare Jelly Roll strips and stash: construct a gorgeous quilt! Kimberly made her Jelly Roll Scrap Quilt with 13 additional Jelly Roll strips left over from another quilt, as well as extra background.  Check out her starching skills, you can also DIY and make your own spray starch for quilting.

2.  Fill a glass spray bottle.

Enjoy a brief quilting time lapse of Kimberly constructing the quilt after watching a basic block instruction with ...

Triple Play is a favorite tradition here at Missouri Star. Once a month, Jenny, Misty, and Natalie each demonstrate their own, unique take on a favorite block, technique, or template. In this episode, the talented Doan ladies show off three fabulous, scrap-busting crumb pieced projects.

Jenny’s starts with a crash course in crumb piecing. She brings out her tub of scraps and transforms those little bits and pieces into 10 inch squares.

Then, those blocks get stitched together with a crumb-pieced border that looks like a scrappy, wonky piano key border.

Natalie’s “Carpenter’s Square” quilt is made ...

Missouri Star quilt Co is a fun place to work, and our staff is always eager to learn new techniques, techniques, and templates.

Every month, Jenny, Misty, and Natalie demonstrate their unique, personal takes on a block, method, or template. In this episode, you’ll see three adorable ways to spice up your quilts with decorative sashing.

Jenny demonstrates how to make her Half-Square Triangle Sashing using an enormous quantity of HSTs created using the Easy 16 technique. She squares them up using the Clearly Perfect Slotted Trimmer B and then arranges them into pinwheels, chevron, herringbone, flying geese, square-in-a-square ...

Rag quilting is said to have started in the 1700s. The harsh and cold winter seasons forced pioneer women to find inventive ways to stay warm and safe. Rag quilts were made from worn-out fabric and leftover materials. These quilts had many uses.

An easy rag quilt block tutorial is provided in this post to demonstrate how to make an easy rag quilt in less than one hour. This rag quilt is simple to make as long as you follow all the minor suggestions I include in the post. This smart rag quilt pattern is suitable for beginners to sewing.

As a quilter, I am always on the lookout for ways to simplify my quilting process. That’s why I was drawn to the concept of a jelly roll. It is a bundle of pre-cut fabric strips that measure 2½” x 42”-45” in width and consist of 42”-45” long cotton fabric strips that are folded into a jelly roll. This bundle is a quilter’s dream come true, as it saves you hours of cutting time and provides you with a set of beautifully coordinated fabrics.

It is believed that the term “jelly roll” was coined by Moda ...

Rainbow quilts are one of the most popular types of quilts for those who love color. The bright and bold spectrum of hues creates a visually stunning work of art that is both calming and soothing. Not only are rainbow quilts beautiful, but they are also a fun project to make with friends and family. Whether you’re an experienced quilter or just starting out, making a rainbow quilt is a great way to spend time with your loved ones and create lasting memories.

To make a rainbow quilt, the first thing you need is the right materials. You will ...

Each month, Jenny, Misty, and Natalie each present a unique take on a favourite block, technique, or template. These talented Doan ladies are demonstrating three dresden quilts this week.

Jenny’s dresden quilt is made with twenty-two 2.5″ strips (jelly rolls) and 5″ squares (charms) of precut fabric. Jenny made the fabric Shadow Play 2.5″ Strips by Maywood Studio (a Missouri Star exclusive!) and Bee Backgrounds 5″ Stackers by Lori Holt for Riley Blake.

Other supplies include Fusible Featherweight Interfacing for Pellon, the Missouri Star Mini Dresden Template, and a Missouri Star Bamboo Creaser Tool. Jenny also whipped ...

At Missouri Star, Jenny, Misty, and Natalie each make a unique triple block, technique, or template each month. Jenny, Misty, and Natalie demonstrate three new Churn Dash quilts in this episode.

Each month, Jenny, Misty, and Natalie demonstrate different approaches to a block, technique, or template. Here are three wonderful new quilts from the talented Doan sisters.

Jenny’s ‘Scrambled Churn Dash’ consists of 5-inch squares of the company’s Colour Wall 5″ Stackers by Sue Daley Designs for Riley Blake. To make a show-stopping Multicolor church dash, she combines classic church dash blocks, chops them up, scrambles the pieces ...

Are you ready for a new beginning? Country Threads’ best-selling design team is returning with a fresh appearance. Mary Etherington and Connie Tesene, longtime designers and previous store owners, are noted for their patchwork Civil War-inspired quilts. Check out this book here.

In a contemporary plot twist, the design pair has switched gears and reinvented 11 of its traditional quilt patterns in brilliant, new hues. (Consider swapping in your favorite fall sweaters for a brighter spring outfit!) The blocks and scrappy fabric selections remain faithful to the Country Threads aesthetic that you know and love, regardless of the color palette.

As a quilter, I am always looking for new and creative ways to incorporate my love for fabric and quilting into my home decor. And what better way to do this than with a quilted wall hanging? Quilted wall hangings add a unique touch to any room and can transform an otherwise dull and uninspiring space into a warm and inviting one.

Quilted wall hangings come in a variety of styles, from traditional to modern, and can be made from a wide range of fabrics and colors. Whether you prefer a more rustic, cottage-style look, or a sleek and modern ...

If you’ve ever imagined the beauty of a quilt that resembles a grand cathedral with its sparkling windows, then you’re in luck! This article will guide you through the process of creating a magnificent cathedral window quilt. Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or just starting out, these tutorials will provide all the information you need to bring your vision to life.

Starting with the right material selection, this article covers everything you need to know about making a cathedral window quilt. From creating motifs, layouts and templates to assembling the blocks, the tutorials in this article will ...

Jenny, Misty, and Natalie each demonstrate a unique variation on a block, technique, or template once a month at Missouri Star quilt Co. In this episode, the Doan ladies demonstrate three sensational new quatrefoils.

These quilts incorporate layer cakes, Pura Vida fabrics by Shayla Wolf, and Arcadia fabrics by Pippa Shaw.

An old-fashioned saw-tooth star is enclosed, creating a modern version of a traditional block. It’s a simple piecing pattern that can be used by any intermediate sewer with some experience. The Ophelia quilt will make a great addition to any home!

In 1884, Farm & Fireside published a pattern featuring this block, which became known as the Sawtooth Star. Even after that year, the Sawtooth Star was known by various names, including the Evening Star, Variable Star, Square and Points (very creative), North Star, and so on.

Making your own tote bags is a great way to use up some scraps and add some DIY flair to an everyday accessory.

Most totes are made of Fat quarters, scraps, or Orphan blocks, but why not make something that’s as eco-friendly as possible? You can save money by using scrap materials, and you’ll learn a lot while you’re at it.

Having experience working with sewing machines and reading patterns, we’ve rounded up some fantastic tutorials for you. These articles will teach you how to make custom totes for all occasions, from special events like weddings ...

Every month, Jenny, Misty, and Natalie demonstrate a different, unique approach to a favourite block, technique, or template. Each month, Star favourites Jenny, Misty, and Natalie demonstrate three new Jacob’s Ladder quilts.

In this episode, the talented Doan women demonstrate three gorgeous new quilts.

Natalie’s Jacob’s Ladder skybox is a kaleidoscope of intricate angels. Her fabric is Creativity Glows by Creativity Shell for Moda Fabrics.

Jenny’s Jacob’s Ladder star shines with colourful, scrappy stars on a sea of black. Her pattern was inspired by a Trip to the Altar block Jenny found in an antique ...