Galaxy
DTP045
$ 12.40
Galaxy is a beautiful alternating block design using two types of blocks, one with a red star and one with a blue star. Because of the color placement and the different angles in the triangles, the interesting interlocking circles appear and the second star block disappears into the circles. It’s a fun optical illusion, easy to make and even easier to admire.
Details
- Three project sizes: 42" x 54", 63" x 81", and 84" x 108"
- Required tool: V Block and Tucker Trimmer 1
- Highly recommended tool: Quilter’s Magic Wand
- Two red fabrics, two blue fabrics, and a background fabric
- Pattern # DTP045
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