We were given hand outs for 2 distinctly different types of Feathered Stars. I made one at the workshop and wanted to make the other just for the knowledge of construction. This one is far from perfect but I have the general idea of the places I need to be more careful if I did another one. That is a BIG IF too! The background in the large print is a rich royal purple and it looks very blue on my monitor.
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It is beautiful! I have to say that if I remember correctly, when I took Marsha's class, I don't think I completed the whole star. It is in a project bag somewhere. Maybe I ought to finish it. I really do love a feathered star, but they certainly aren't the easiest of blocks to piece.
Another great star...
Beth-Near Chicago
I know this isn't your style of block, but well done anyway. Sometimes a change of pace does us good. Great looking block. Chris
a star like that is a real skill builder! it's beautiful!
I made a Christmas Table Topper with a large feathered star in the middle and had trouble with it, it came out in the end but not without a little but of seam ripper involved!
Karen
http://karensquilting.com/blog/
Wow I am impressed. I don't even try triangles!
Hi Wanda,
Very nice job on the feathered star. Lots of tiny pieces for sure. I've only made one feathered star, and even though it was a 20-inch block for a medallion, it gave me grief!
Vicky F
Last time I made a feathered star was in the 90s for a group project and they didn't let my star join the club.
You go, girl!
It's a beauty! And, the background fabric you picked is just perfect. It looks as though it's already been quilted. I don't blame you for not wanting to make another one, since they are a lot of work for ONE block! lol
Looks perfect to me. Color is gorgeous on my monitor. I can see why you say" IF if did another one". Precision stitching for Feathered Star is for those who really love it. Great reward when completed.
J~MT
The colors you chose are gorgeous! This is my favorite block of the two. This would make a lovely candle mat.
Such intricate sewing! You do such a great job. I haven't tried anything with such small pieces yet, may need to get more new glasses. Another great one.
Well, if it is not perfect, I could not tell! It is so eye catching, I venture to say that no one would notice if it wasn't perfect, I sure didn't! I love it!
That block is so beautiful -- the fabrics, the design -- everything!
Very pretty!
That's a beautiful block. I love the flower centered in the middle. I never think about doing that when I start cutting fabrics.
I think that the feathered star is the most beautiful of all the traditional blocks. I love the flower in the center of yours. Nice work!
IF would be the operative word for me as well. LOVELY to look at but I suspect I would tire of the precision very quickly (or else it would take a verrrrrrrrrrrrry long time to make enough blocks to create a flimsy).
the colors are fantastic!! looks great wanda!
It IS a beautiful block, but I don't see it anywhere in my future. :) I have enough trouble with squares.
I love the fabrics you selected. Very regal!
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