Let’s get ready to foundation paper piece our ninth Starry Signs Quilt Block — the Virgo zodiac star constellation quilt block!
If you haven’t signed up for the Starry Signs Block of the Month and Quilt Sew Along, it’s not too late! Jump in at any time and join the quilt making fun. Sign up here to immediately receive the Welcome Packet with all the block patterns released to date.
Before we get sewing, here are 3 fun facts about the Virgo Constellation:
- A Giant in the Sky: Virgo is the second largest constellation and the largest constellation of the Zodiac.
- Sparkly Bright Star: Virgo’s brightest star is Spica—a super bright blue star.
- In Astrology: Virgo represents those born between August 23 and September 22.
Source for facts: Space.com
Let’s get sewing and paper piece our Virgo Constellation Quilt Block:
In this bonus video, I show you how I deal with bulky seams, specifically with foundation paper pieced blocks. Let’s talking about pressing, sewing machine needles, and pressing feet.
Watch the Bonus Video Tutorial.
Additional Quilting Tutorial Links Mentioned in the Video
• Foundation Paper Piecing video tutorial / mini class
• Bonus Videos for Previous Starry Signs Blocks
My Favorite Foundation Paper Piecing Tools + Products:
➝ Schmetz Microtex 80/12 Needles (one of my favorite needles for paper piecing)
➝ Iris Superfine Pins
➝ Sewline Water Soluble Glue Pen
➝ Beechwood Tailors Clapper (2 sizes)
Here is a fun time-lapse video I took when I pieced my Virgo zodiac quilt block (and I do not sew this fast in real life!):
Show Off Your Progress
I can’t wait to see your Virgo quilt block come together!
Share your work by emailing me a high-res photo to be featured in our online maker galleries. My email address is on the pattern.
Thanks for sewing along with us!
Stay tuned for next month’s video, where I’ll share more tips and introduce the next constellation block.
Happy sewing,
Sheri
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It’s not too late to join the Starry Signs Block of the Month and Sew Along. When you register, you’ll receive:
- All constellation patterns released to-date and additional layout options.
- Access to bonus tutorials and tips for every stage of your quilt.
- Stitch by Stitch, Progress at Your Pace
Don’t wait—sign up today and let’s sew the stars together!
