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Sew a Second Border to Complete your Quilt Top

How to sew the second 4″ border onto a quilt top to complete the quilt top, including tips to make sure it comes out flat and square. This is part of our quilt project for charity.

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Sew a First Border to your Quilt Top

How to add a border to a quilt top. As part of our quilt project for charity, we add a border that 4″ on the sides and 6″ on the top and bottom of the quilt.

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How to Combine 12.5-inch Quilt Blocks with Sashing

Follow these step-by-step instructions to turn 12 12.5-inch unfinished blocks into a cohesive whole by adding sashing in between all of the blocks.

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How to Sew a 12.5″ Woven Star Quilt Block

How to make a 12.5″ square woven star quilt block. This is not a block with clever cutting and sewing techniques; it has straightforward instructions. With careful cutting, measuring, pressing, and sewing, you will have a beautiful quilt block!

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How to Sew a Saluting Star Quilt Block

These directions will make a Saluting Star quilt block that is 12.5″ by 12.5″ with 1/4″ seam allowances, so the finished size will be 12″ by 12.”

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How to Sew a Nested Sawtooth Star Quilt Block

The nested sawtooth star is an attractive, traditional quilt block that is not too hard to put together. Follow these foolproof instructions for a beautiful quilt block.

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