Assemble the Ohio Star Variation Quilt Block
- Find the two background and darker squares you cut for the block's corner half square triangle units (dimensions end in 7/8" for all sizes).
- Pair contrasting squares and use my easy sandwich method to make four half square triangle units from each pair. Units for the 9" block will measure 3-1/2" x 3-1/2" square when complete (4-1/2" x 4-1/2" for the 12" block; 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" for the 6" block).
- Pair contrasting squares set aside for the star tips (dimensions will end in 1/4" for all sizes).
- To make quarter square units, use the sandwich method to sew them together, just as you did for the quilt block corners. Completed units should measure 3-7/8" x 3-7/8" for the 9" block (4-7/8" x 4-7/8" for the 12" block; 2-7/8" x 2-7/8" for the 6" block).
- Pair two of the Step 4 units right sides together, contrasting fabrics facing each other. Sew and cut them apart just as you did to make half square triangle units -- the new seams will be perpendicular to the existing seams (full instructions).
- The quarter square units should match the dimensions of your corner units and block center.
- Arrange the components into three rows as illustrated. Sew components in each row together. Press seam allowances away from quarter square triangle units.
- Sew the rows together, matching seam intersections carefully. Press. The (9") block should measure 9-1/2" x 9-1/2" square (others, 12-1/2" x 12-1/2" or 6-1/2" x 6-1/2").
