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| Matilda’s Star Quilt |
Sometimes, a quilt is more than just fabric and thread—it becomes a tribute, a memory, a story stitched together with love. The Matilda’s Star Quilt, beautifully designed by Susie of Susie’s Scraps, is just such a project. Rooted in classic patchwork and inspired by the essence of traditional Australian quilting, this design is both sentimental and stunning.
Susie shares this quilt as a heartfelt tribute to her grandmother, Matilda. The quilt block blends traditional charm with a timeless star motif, making it a perfect project for those who love a touch of nostalgia with their sewing. Whether you’re a confident beginner or a seasoned quilter, you’ll appreciate the balance of simplicity and elegance in this delightful pattern.
What Makes Matilda’s Star Quilt Special?
The Matilda’s Star block is built around a central star motif, made up of half-square triangles and framed with patchwork squares. It’s a beautifully geometric block that lets your fabric choices shine. Susie’s thoughtful layout allows for wonderful play with contrast, tone, and print, making it ideal for using up your cherished fabric scraps or fat quarters.
You can make just a few blocks for a table topper or wall hanging, or dive into a full quilt for a cozy and heartfelt creation. The block construction is straightforward but offers visual complexity that looks far more intricate than it actually is—a win for any quilter!
Materials and Suggestions:
- Scraps or coordinating fat quarters for star points and background
- Neutral background fabric to set the star design apart
- Optional sashing and borders for added structure and visual interest
This pattern is especially scrap-friendly, giving quilters a chance to dig into their stash and bring out those treasured prints.
Construction Highlights:
The quilt block is composed of:
- Half-square triangles to form the star points
- Four-patch units to add rhythm and motion around the star
- A center square, which can be fussy-cut for extra charm
Susie offers helpful images and clear instructions, walking you through each step of the piecing process. The tutorial is easy to follow and suitable for those who want to build confidence with traditional block construction.
How to Use the Block:
- Make a full-sized quilt using repeated Matilda’s Star blocks
- Combine blocks for a lap quilt or baby quilt with a timeless feel
- Feature just one or a few blocks in a runner or pillow project
Add sashing or rotate block directions to create secondary patterns that enhance the star motif even further.
You can view the full tutorial and pattern here: Matilda’s Quilt and Pattern – Susie’s Scraps
The Matilda’s Star Quilt isn’t just a pattern—it’s a celebration of heritage, memory, and the joy of traditional quiltmaking. Susie has generously shared this design along with clear instructions that make it accessible to a wide range of quilters.
If you’re looking for a meaningful and beautiful quilting project to enjoy at your own pace, this one is sure to shine on your sewing table.
