Let’s get ready to foundation paper piece our eighth Starry Signs Quilt Block — the Leo zodiac star constellation quilt block!
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Before we get sewing, here are 3 fun facts about the Leo Constellation:
- One of the most prominent constellations: Leo is visible from almost everywhere on Earth, expect for Antartica.
- A Mighty Lion: Leo is Latin for the word lion.
- In Astrology: Leo represents those born between July 23 and August 22.
Source for facts: Space.com
Let’s get sewing and paper piece our Leo Constellation Quilt Block:
In this bonus video, I’m showing you how I use positioning pins to join longer paper pieces. It’s a simple technique that helps line things up accurately and makes sewing at the machine much easier.
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:
➝ Sewline Water Soluble Glue Pen
➝ Beechwood Tailors Clapper (2 sizes)
Here is a fun time-lapse video I took when I pieced my Leo zodiac quilt block (and I do not sew this fast in real life!):
Show Off Your Progress
I can’t wait to see your Leo 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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- 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
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