Originally Posted by DogHouseMom
I agree with MIJul.
7 1/4 square includes 4 whole stars - so quartered is a star on each triangle IF they were cut straigt (to the print). Because it's on an angle, some of your triangles will have a star on it, and some will have half or a quarter of a star (depending on how many rows you have to cut). I am inclined to think that for this size triangle you'd want to go with a smaller print - unless your intention was to have a perfect (or near perfect) star in each triangle. If that was your intention there is nothing to do but cut it straight to the print and buy more fabric if necessary.
Also ... when you get to the stripe fabric - definately cut that to the print, not the grain. Check it first and if it's off starch it heavily then cut it so the print is straight.
Don't forget, I am a total newby. Unadopted. I just hope to make the quilt. The picture of the quilt showed it all cut up the way I ended up doing. When I get fabric and not a kit, then I can get extra fabric and cut them out nicely or purchase smaller print. I am just trying to learn. I appreciate all the help you can give me. I am amazed at how the print on the fabric was that far out of kilter! I will certainly take your advice on the strip fabric! Thank you!