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STAR 60 BLOCK EXPLORATION - The Basics

STAR 60 BLOCK EXPLORATION - The Basics

The Star 60 tool from Studio 180 Design can make some fantastic units.  This class is part of the Star 60 Block Exploration (a monthly block exploration), but you are welcome to join us (space permitting).


In this session, we'll learn to use the tool to make the basic unit and work with 4" diamonds.  Students will complete a 6 pointed star while learning 

  • the principle behind the Star 60 tools of cutting oversize and trimming to precision

  • how to piece with accurate 1/4" seams,  

  • pressing tips and tricks for completely flat seams

  • trim units to precision

  • sew the star points together without any lumps or bumps!

SUPPLY LIST


Fabric Supplies: 

  • 1/4 meter cuts of 2-3 fabrics with one being a background.

Sewing Machine in good working order.  Studio Machines may be available for use during class time. Please book at time of registration

  • Needles, feet, bobbins, thread*

Cutting Supplies

  • Students are asked to supply their own rotary cutter with a fresh blade

  • Small cutting mat and 6 x 12" ruler.  Larger cutting tools will be available for use in the class.

 Basic Sewing Kit and other supplies

  • thread*, pins, snips, clips, fabric marking tools

  • 6 paper plates

  • omnigrip*

  • Quilter's Glow Tape*

  • Press stick*

  • post-it notes or painters tape

  • fine tip marking pen (black and red)


* these items are available to purchase in the class.

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