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Lone Star

Radiant 8-point diamond star pieced in strip sets

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Block Anatomy & Specs

Grid LayoutSpecial Geometry
Standard Sizes6", 8", 10", 12"
Seams & Techniques:
Diamond PiecingY-SeamsStrip Piecing
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History & Origins of the Lone Star Block

Also known as Star of Bethlehem, this iconic Native American and pioneer motif features 8 radiating star arms made of small 45-degree strip-pieced diamonds.

Cutting & Piecing Guide (12" Finished Block)

Precise unit cut sizes and step-by-step piecing instructions.

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Piece Cut List

12" Finished BlockStrip piece 45-degree diamond bands, cut into diamond segments, assemble 8 star diamonds with inset Y-seam corners.

All measurements include a standard ¼" seam allowance. Finished block size: 12".

Step-by-Step Visual Assembly

1

Strip piece 45-degree diamond strip bands.

2

Cut bands into diamond rows and join into 8 star points.

3

Join 8 star points in pairs into two halves of the star.

4

Set in background corner squares and side triangles using Y-seams.

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