Stars are wonderful. I love nine-patch blocks. In fact, when I was BOM chairman for our guild (years ago) I did all my blocks in nine-patch and called the book, "Keep It Sweet and Simple" KISS~~~~ ;) I had great participation for block swaps because they were easy and turned out so nicely. Enjoy. You will love making the Maple Leaf and Bear Paw too. You could do a whole sampler quilt with nine-patch blocks. :)