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Starburst Spools Pattern

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Category:

Sewing

Type:

Other

Skill Level:

Intermediate

Basic Skills Necessary:

Sewing and basic paper piecing skills are helpful but not required

Pattern Description:

This block was inspired by my love of sewing and also my love of Dresden style blocks.
This pattern would be wonderful for a quilt, pillow, placemat (mug rug), or on a tote bag!

This is a pieced pattern, not appliqued.
For best results, this block should be paper pieced but can also be constructed using the pattern template provided.

If you need a more in-depth tutorial on paper piecing, you can visit by blog here:
http://charisecreates.blogspot.com/2012/02/apple-and-pear-and-paper-piecing-tutes

Sizing / Finished Measurements:

12" finished / 12 1/2" unfinished

Materials:

1 FQ background fabric, Various scraps for spools and star

You Will Also Need:

thread, lt wt paper or vellum