Here you can see that I have 2 of each color fabric. You can find the tutorial for making Half Square Triangles at If you are making multiple blocks, you can mix in more prints. Using the Light/White 3' squares and the Assorted Prints 3' squares, sew together 8 Half Square Triangle units as shown in the picture below. Sewing Directions: Half Square Triangle Units: Step 1: Let's get started!įabric Requirements for a 12' Finished Amish Star Quilt Block:
I always think of Amish quilts as being mostly solids but I put my own spin on the block by using prints and making it scrappy. The design is based on a Nine Patch block with Half Square Triangles, Flying Geese and squares making up the patches. The Amish Star block is easier to construct than it looks.
