I designed the StarBeam quilt for a swap gift for my Quilt'N'Sisters retreat, a retreat I do with four friends twice a year. I was so excited to turn this into a pattern, but I had to do it all in secret so I wouldn't spoil the surprise. The whole thing came together quickly and it was such a fun design process.
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About the Pattern
The 14-page pattern includes two sizes: a throw at 60" x 70" and a baby size at 30" x 40". You could also easily increase or decrease the size with the column piecing method. The pattern walks you through two methods for piecing the strips, strip piecing for speed, or squares for more control over fabric placement. There are also two methods for assembling the blocks: one that's a little more manageable for layout, and one that lets you customize the star placement up or down the column.
StarBeam is fat quarter friendly and jelly roll friendly, and the sawtooth star centers are perfect for fussy-cut prints. Skill level is advanced beginner, knowledge of HSTs, flying geese, and scant 1/4" seams is helpful.
