Annie, I would follow Cindy Needham's advice--divide and conquer. To make a lot of stars, depending on the type of star you choose, do a lot of half square triangle blocks. Then lay them out in a 9 patch formation with a solid center block. Making half square triangle blocks can be quick and easy when using a method that makes 4 at a time. This makes for very quick blocks and looks great. Good luck. I hope to see the finished product. By the way have you SEEN the great stuff Cindy makes? I took a Craftsy class from her and use her instructions regularly. However, I have never made anything as beautiful as she can make.