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moonwork42029 06-03-2011 07:13 PM

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August 23, 2010 – Freedom Star Block #33 – Birthday Star Block

This is the first paper pieced project I have ever tried. It was harder than I thought it would be and I learned you really have to continue past the printed lines in some spots but NOT in others, lol. I was amazed it turned out so well.

I'm in the boomerang 5 swap and I wanted to try it out first before I used someone else's fabric.

spartan quilter 06-03-2011 07:14 PM

That is my goal SOMEDAY, to try paper piecing. Your block is beautiful.

spartan quilter 06-03-2011 07:15 PM

That is my goal SOMEDAY, to try paper piecing. Your block is beautiful.

kriscraft99 06-03-2011 07:15 PM

very nice!

scrappy happy 06-03-2011 07:16 PM

that is a realy neat block , would like to see when ur done with the quilt if that is what u making

erstan947 06-03-2011 07:17 PM

Love the block and your fabric choices!:) I love paper piecing.

Minnesewta-sam 06-03-2011 07:17 PM

Youor block turned out great!

Az Quilter 06-03-2011 07:18 PM

What a cool looking block! I haven't tried PP yet...

suebee 06-03-2011 07:24 PM

This is super awesome. great job!

moonwork42029 06-03-2011 07:24 PM


Originally Posted by scrappy happy
that is a realy neat block , would like to see when ur done with the quilt if that is what u making

If you go to page 42 (i think) of the boomerang 5 east swap page, you'll see all the wonderful blocks I've received so far.

I chose the blue with stars as one of my main fabrics to try and make a patriotic quilt for (hopefully) a raffle later this fall.

isnthatodd 06-03-2011 07:27 PM

I saw this pattern earlier, and I really like it. The colors you used make the design really stand out.

lovingmama 06-03-2011 07:33 PM

Thanks for sharing, it's a wonderful block!

Crlyn 06-03-2011 07:41 PM

I love this block, yours has turned out well!

Peckish 06-03-2011 07:43 PM

Very, very nice for your first attempt at paper piecing!!! You did a very good job!!! I've been paper piecing for years and that is not a block I would have recommended for a beginner, but you did a fabulous job!

Sienna's GiGi 06-03-2011 07:46 PM


Originally Posted by moonwork42029
http://www.dreamcastlequilts.com/?p=2011
August 23, 2010 – Freedom Star Block #33 – Birthday Star Block

This is the first paper pieced project I have ever tried. It was harder than I thought it would be and I learned you really have to continue past the printed lines in some spots but NOT in others, lol. I was amazed it turned out so well.

I'm in the boomerang 5 swap and I wanted to try it out first before I used someone else's fabric.

I really like this and I can tell you put a lot of work into it.

mzmama 06-03-2011 08:03 PM

I love PP. Your block is beautiful.

blueangel 06-03-2011 08:48 PM

It turned out great.

ann31039 06-03-2011 11:59 PM

look good. i really like that block

jemma 06-04-2011 12:11 AM

great block--well done

CoventryUK 06-04-2011 12:45 AM

Very impressed!!

star619 06-04-2011 02:52 AM

Paper piecing defies the rules of regular piecing. You have to make the mental jump to doing things opposite of what we're used to. But, goodness, the results are so worth it! Great job!

Wrylymax 06-04-2011 03:20 AM

What a beautiful block. I love paper-piecing. It's addicting once you get the hang of it.

vivoaks 06-04-2011 03:28 AM

I loved ALL those stars from DreamCastle Quilts! You did very well on your first attempt. Now you know why some of us love PP so much!! :thumbup:

MimiLinda 06-04-2011 03:30 AM

You did a great job. You are right, PP, is not the easiest concept to just pick up and do, but the result is wonderful. Thanks for sharing. Happy Quilting, :D

Babs194068 06-04-2011 03:39 AM

Great job.

Carrie Jo 06-04-2011 03:40 AM

thats really cool. but looks pretty complicated.

mjsylvstr 06-04-2011 03:42 AM

You're going to LOVE it !!!!!!!!!!

It's is addictive.......I don't do too much other methods since getting into PPing.

lynnsv 06-04-2011 04:27 AM

Great job; I love paper piecing!

janiesews 06-04-2011 04:37 AM

Looks very nice.

pjustice63 06-04-2011 04:38 AM

Love it

LindaDeeter 06-04-2011 04:46 AM

That is SO COOL! Love the color combination ... I've never paper-pieced. Can't quite figure out why you use paper!

katsewnsew 06-04-2011 04:47 AM

I too am dabbling in PP. Your block looks great!

PamB8s 06-04-2011 04:49 AM

I have never tried paper piece. You sure make it so beautiful. :)

Arleners 06-04-2011 05:01 AM

You did a good job! Once you do a few paper piecing projects, it gets easier. It is the best way to get really precise points. Just keep at it.

joivey 06-04-2011 05:10 AM

This is beautiful. Yesterday on Quilting with Nancy there was a lady with Quilts of Valor and you block reminds me of the quilts she was showing.
Jo Ann

sidmona 06-04-2011 05:15 AM

beautiful block!

dinlauren 06-04-2011 05:22 AM

Your block is gorgeous...I tried PP and was not a fan of it...maybe I need to try again!!!

luvstoquilt 06-04-2011 05:25 AM

I am trying to work up the courage to try to learn paper piecing! Yours looks great!

JusticeClan 06-04-2011 05:26 AM

Thank you for that website. I found some great stars. Your block really inspires me to start something new with stars.

Conniequilts 06-04-2011 05:39 AM

It's fantastic and way better than mine :) I really like it.


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