Dolley Madison's Star For a 12 inch finished Dolley Madison's Star you need:     From dark blue cut two 5 1/4 inch square     From light blue cut one 5 1/4 inch square     From the yellow cut five 1 7/8 inch squares     From a background cut one 5 1/4 inch square, four 4 1/2 inch squares and four 1 7/8 inch squares.     You will start with 5 1/4 inch squares, and cut them twice on each diagonal. Sew these together in units as diagramed below. Be very careful when handling these pieces, as you are dealing with bias edges. Bias will stretch if handled roughly. Make four sets like this     and four like this.     And from them, make four sets like this. The nine patch center square is simple, just put it together. It should also measure 4 1/2 inches when finished. Now you can put your block together as shown here. Your completed Dolley Madison's Star should measure 12 1/2 inches.             Here are other size squares needed to make different size blocks.     For a 3 inch block cut your squares 1 1/2 inches, 2 3/8 inches and 7/8 for the nine patch.     For a 6 inch block cut your squares 2 1/2 inches, 3 3/8 inches and 1 1/8 for the nine patch.     For a 9 inch block cut your squares 3 1/2 inches, 4 3/8 inches and 1 1/2 for the nine patch.     For a 10 inch block cut your squares 3 7/8 inches, 4 5/8 inch and 1 5/8 for the nine patch. Remember these are all finished sizes, in the quilt. My Dollie Madison's Star This pattern can be used for personal use only and can not be used commercially without the owner's permission. No copies may be made without the owner's permission. This includes the patterns as well as any graphics and/or instructions that are associated with a pattern. The content on these pages, including text and images are the sole property of the Delaware Quilts and may not be used in any manner without consent. All Rights Reserved. Dolley Madison's Star © Delaware Quilts February 2015 Updated September 6, 2025 |Home| Quilts| Email|