MODA BLOCKHEADS 5: GROUP 2 – WEEK 19

This week’s designer is Sarah Thomas of SARIDITTY and her block is called CENTER STAR, reminiscent of her Foundation Paper Pieced (FPP) beauty from MBH5, Group 1 – but with a more traditional background setting this time. Be sure to check out Sarah’s WEBSITE to learn more about her!

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This week, we decided to forego FPP. Instead, we were inspired by the alternate block that Corey Yoder of CORIANDER QUILTS offered last week…be sure to check out her blog for instructions HERE! We tweaked ours just a bit, and have provided additional instructions for you below!

OUR BLOCK #19: PLUS STAR (6″ Finished)

Removing the center cornerstone from Corey’s block just creates the feel of a present in the center… perfect for our red and green Christmas quilt!

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CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS:

For a 6″ block, cut:

• Background:
  • (4) 2″ x 3 1/2″ rectangles [A]
  • (4) 2″ squares [B]
• Low Volume Accent/Background:
  • (4) 1 3/4″ squares [C]
• Print 1 [green]:
  • (8) 2″ squares [D]
• Print 2 [red]:
  • (2) 1″ x 1 3/4″ rectangles [E]
  • (1) 1″ x 3 1/2″ rectangle [F]

For a 12″ block, cut:

• Background:
  • (4) 3 1/2″ x 6 1/2″ rectangles [A]
  • (4) 3 1/2″ squares [B]
• Low Volume Accent/Background:
  • (4) 3″ squares [C]
• Print 1 [green]:
  • (8) 3 1/2″ squares [D]
• Print 2 [red]:
  • (2) 1 1/2″ x 3 rectangles [E]
  • (1) 1 1/2″ x 6 1/2″ rectangle [F]

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PIECING INSTRUCTIONS:

• Using the SEW & FLIP method, gather your [A] rectangles and [D] squares. Create (4) flying geese units. They should measure 2″ x 3 1/2″ (6″ block) or 3 1/2″ x 6 1/2″ (12″ block).
• Take a [C] square, and sew to an [E] rectangle. Then add another [C] square. Repeat to make (2) C/E/C units.
• Piece a C/E/C unit to the top and bottom of an [F] rectangle to create a “plus” sign. This unit should measure 3 1/2″ (6″ block) or 6 1/2″ (12″ block).
• Follow the photo for final assembly of your block!

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FABRIC COLLECTIONS:

• Cream/Red Ditsy: JELLY & JAM – Now in stores!
• Cream Dot: THE FLOWER FARM by Bunny Hill Designs
• Red Dot: FRESH FIG FAVORITES
• Green Pinecone: CHRISTMAS STITCHED

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MODA QUICK LINKS

For ALL the details and specifics on Moda Blockheads 5, I encourage you to visit these useful resources:

INTRO TO MODA BLOCKHEADS 5 LIVE VIDEO [REPLAY]

BLOCKHEADS LIVESTREAM RECAP BLOG POST

MODA BLOCKHEADS FACEBOOK GROUP

And last, but certainly not least, the MODA BLOCKHEADS 5 BASIC PAGE – this is where ALL the block patterns will be saved for easy reference as we move forward!

Happy sewing! See you back here next week!

-Joanna