LadyAg77

Hello everyone, I'm so excited! I have almost finished 4 LeMoyne star blocks to use as corner blocks for an 1850s reproduction quilt. The blocks need to be blocked, washed, and ironed. Later on, it will need to be quilted.

Since I usually do applique quilts, I don't know how to "finish" the pieced LeMoyne stars. Should I starch them before I add the blocks to the quilt's background fabric? if so, should I starch them on the front side, back side, or both? Any tips for achieving a great finished look?

How would you do any sewing inside the block- on the flowers, white background with the leaves and stems, etc. Stitch-in-the ditch everywhere? Sew an outline edge 1/4" around the shapes?

I really don't know what to do on this. These are just guesses, so any and all help would be greatly appreciated!