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| The Merope Star Block |
Discover the Magic of the Merope Star Block
When you're in need of a design where your fabric really gets noticed, it's time to try the Merope Star Block. This beautiful design is from the extremely talented Gina Perkes of The Copper Needle and is a Pleiades Quilt Block Challenge block by the National Quilters Circle.
A Journey Through the Spectrum
Merope Star is not only a single block, but it is a key component of the larger Pleiades Quilt, which was inspired by the famous "Seven Sisters" constellation. The reason why this particular pattern is so enchanting is because it embraces the entire spectrum of colors. The design smoothly moves from one color to another with each new quilt block as you work.
When you come from your own stash, this challenge will be a joy since the yardage is generous. With the pattern set up to run with a flowing and transitional colorway, there is lots of headroom for playing, experimenting and finding the 'just right' gradient of fabrics without having to worry about running short.
Pattern Highlights
If you're doing the whole block challenge, or simply want to create a bold star to hang on your wall, here's the essential information:
- Finished Quilt Size: When you finish every block in the challenge, the finished Pleiades quilt measures a user friendly 66" x 66".
- Design Focus: Attends to the value of the colors used in the design, the spectrum placement and smooth transitions.
- Planning Tools: The pattern includes coloring pages for you to preview your colors or patterns before cutting into your valuable yardage.
Final Thought
The Merope Star Block will be the ideal reason to explore the colors of your fabric line that you've been waiting for a special event. This transition color design will enable each of the blocks that you create to be uniquely yours but yet make a whole masterpiece.
Full Pattern: The Merope Star Block Free PDF Pattern 🎁
