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Here we are.. The first feature block! Nothing beats a classic star to frame a center print. So I'd thought we'd start off with an oldie, but goodie. Let's get started...

unfinished block size: a charm - 5"
finished block size: 4 1/2"

**Use a scant ¼” seam allowance for all seams.**

To fussy cut is to target and cut a specific motif that's printed on fabric, rather than randomly cutting yardage as we normally do.

11. Following the table below, cut your selected charm square down to a 2 3/4” square, making sure to fussy cut the elements you would like to include in that reduced size. Also, cut the rest of the required pieces for the block at this time. **The sashing or background fabric should not be cut from previously cut strips, instead use the leftover and/or extra scraps.**

Star Block Cutting Requirements
Fabric	Quantity	Dimensions
Charm	1	2 ¾” square
Frame Print	8	1 5/8” square
Sashing/Background	4	2 ¾” x 1 5/8” rectangle
Sashing/Background	4	1 5/8” square

2. 2. Make Flying Geese Units: Take the 8 print 1 5/8” squares and draw a line diagonally from one corner to the other.

3. 3. Take one 2 3/4" x 1 5/8" rectangle and place a print 1 5/8" square on top right sides together as shown. Stitch along the diagonal line drawn in step 2.

4. Cut the excess fabric from the rectangle unit, making sure to cut 1/4" away from the stitching line.

5. Press the seam toward the print.

4. 6. Repeat steps 3-5 on the opposite side of the 2 3/4" x 1 5/8" rectangle, stitching along the drawn line, trimming excess fabric and pressing. Make sure the diagonal stitching line is positioned as shown..