Wedge Star
$ 49.50
The Wedge Star tool is sure to be an exciting addition to your quilting toolbox! Designed to make a variety of different blocks based on 45º sub-units, ranging from simple kaleidoscope blocks to complex stars with diamond points going north, south, east and west. And with 22 different size options and the ability to swap sub-units in and out of blocks, you’ll be able to create virtually unlimited designs. This is a tool guaranteed to keep your creativity flowing, project after project!
As an added benefit, we’ve also included a free bonus project, Freelancer, in the Wedge Star’s instruction set. And with all the possibilities the Wedge Star™ tool offers, this project can truly be yours; just change the size and coloring to make a spectacular project as unique as you are. The quilt size and fabric yardage will, of course, depend on the size blocks you choose.
Details
- 22 block size options: 3” to 24” finished blocks
- Complete step by step illustrated instructions
- Left hand cutting illustrated instructions
- Free online video demonstration (coming soon!)
- Free bonus wall hanging project: Freelancer
- Charts to help determine fabric requirements for future projects
- Fine lines for higher accuracy
- Item # DT18
Video Demonstrations
Diamond Four Patch Wedge Technique Sheet
$ 8.25
Another great technique to use with your Wedge Star tool. You will construct four patch diamonds using strip piecing, trim, add small wedges, and trim the inside point so you have four perfectly sized diamonds in each star point every time. With this technique you can create twenty two block size variations from 6" up to 48" in 2" increments.
Details
- One page, laminated for durability
- Three hole punched for storage
- Companion for Wedge Star tool
- Twenty Two unit sizes from 6" to 48" finished in 2" increments
- Free online video for unit construction and tool trim down (available soon!)
- Left Handed instructions available for download here
- Item # DTEC25
Video Demonstration
Coming soon!
Twisted Wedge Star Technique Sheet
$ 8.25
Add a real twist to your Wedge Star projects by cutting diamonds from pieced fabric strips. Your stars will spin either clockwise or counter clockwise and can be varied in oodles of ways. This is a fun next step in creating Wedge Star quilts. The strip sizes in the chart come very close to dividing the diamonds in two equal size strips for a simple Twisted Star.
Details
- One page, laminated for durability
- Three hole punched for storage
- Companion for Wedge Star tool
- Twenty Two unit sizes from 3" to 24" finished
- Free online video for unit construction and tool trim down
- Item # DTEC24
Video Demonstration
Argyle
$ 12.40
Play a trick on your eyes as you try to determine where the block is in this gorgeous quilt. Learn a new technique for piecing setting triangles and create an interesting quilt in a short amount of time.
Details
- Project size: Full (74” x 74”), Queen (96” x 96”)
- Required tool: Wedge Star Tool
- Pattern # DTP086
Emerald Isle
$ 12.40
Make this snazzy Irish Chain type project using your Wedge Star tool and several fun new techniques! Choose greens to make it feel like a true Irish Quilt, or consider using any other group of favorite colors. It will look amazing in anything you pick.
Details
- Project sizes: 56 1⁄2” x 75”
- Required tools: Wedge Star, Four Patch Square Up, Tucker Trimmer 3
- Fabric: 3 colors and Background
- Pattern # DTP079
Edged Wedge Technique Sheet
$ 8.25
Time to add some spice to those Wedge Star blocks! Edged Wedge adds an edging of color to your stars to give them an additional pop of color and dimension! Explore this strip piecing method for edging your diamonds and see how easy it is to make a different type of Wedge Star block!
Details
- One page, laminated for durability
- Companion for Wedge Star® tool
- 21 block sizes available from 4” to 24” finished
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Free online video for unit construction and tool trim down (Coming soon!)
- Left Handed trimdown instructions available for download
- Item # DTEC36
Coral Reef
$ 12.40
Create the look of curves with just straight line piecing. Careful fabric placement will enhance the illusion of interlocking rings and curves. Construct the units oversized and use the Wedge Star™ tool to trim, so you don't struggle to make the blocks. An addicting process with endless variations. This pattern can also be adapted to 10” precut squares.
Details
- Project sizes: 77" x 77"
- Required tools: Wedge Star, Tucker Trimmer 3
- Fabric: background, accent, light, medium, and dark
- Pattern # DTP076
Cut Crystal
$ 12.40
An unbelievable quilt that is certain to be a showstopper. The Wedge Star™ tool is used to create three simple block types that, when combined, give the illusion of curves connecting stars and star points. The intricate design looks difficult, but is easy for all since, like all Studio 180 Design techniques, oversizing and trimming are part of the construction process. Do not hesitate to give this pattern a try. You’ll amaze yourself and others with the results.
Details
- Project sizes: 74" x 74"
- Required tools: Wedge Star, Tucker Trimmer 3
- Fabric: background, accent, light, medium, and dark
- Pattern # Mod021
Hallucination
$ 12.40
It’s fun and easy to construct a Kaleidoscope quilt with the Wedge Star tool. Scatter several Diamond Wedges throughout to spice up a traditional Kaleidoscope, or add none at all to keep it even simpler and make it traditional all the way.
Details
- Project sizes: Twin, Queen, and King
- Required tools: Wedge Star Tool, Tucker Trimmer 3
- Fabric: background, accent, light, medium, and dark
- Pattern # DTP075
Fractured Wedge Star Technique Sheet
$ 8.25
Add a little sparkle to your Wedge Star blocks with the Fractured Wedge! The block is made up of 8 wedges where each wedge consists of a pieced diamond center plus two side wedges. Strip piecing makes the construction efficient with twenty block sizes available.
Details
- One page, laminated for durability
- Three hole punched for storage
- Companion for Wedge Star tool
- Twenty unit sizes from 5" to 24" finished
- Free online video for unit construction and tool trim down (Coming Soon!)
- Left Handed instructions are available for download here
- Item # DTEC38
Full Spectrum
$ 12.40
Add some sparkle to your quilt with this Faceted Wedge project. The Wedge Star tool makes the intricate piecing easier than ever before. It is recommended that you be familiar with the tool and techniques prior to attempting our Full Spectrum design.
Details
- Project size: 70" x 70"
- Required tools: Wedge Star
- Fabric: background and brights
- Pattern # Mod022
Hollywood Boulevard
$ 12.40
Create your own walk of fame using the Wedge Star® tool and a strip piecing process! Adding Log Cabin style strips to Twisted Wedge Star blocks creates a fun, more modern setting for this design. Choose from three project sizes to create just the right one for you.
Details
- Project sizes: Lap, Twin, Full/Queen
- Required tools: Wedge Star
- Fabric: Asst. Scraps, Background
- Pattern # DTP081
Candle Tip Wedge Technique Sheet
$ 8.25
Add some sparkle to your Wedge Star blocks with the Candle Tip technique! This fun Technique Sheet has you using strip piecing to construct your pieced diamonds, then trimming the small diamond before adding small wedges and trimming the large diamond. Note the "five star" difficulty rating, so it's best that you are familiar with your Wedge Star® tool before you take this one on!
Details
- One page, laminated for durability
- Three-hole punch for storage
- Companion for the Wedge Star®
- Eighteen block sizes from 7" to 24" finished.
- Free online video for unit construction and tool trim down (coming soon!)
- Left Handed trimdown instructions available for download
- Item # DTEC40
Luau
$ 12.40
Have your ever been to a Luau or at least dreamed of one? Certain things come to mind - beautiful and bright colors, tropical foods, flower leis, tiki torches, crashing waves, and toes in the sand. This fun design is certain to put you in that same sort of very festive mood. Grab some bright fat quarters, a background the color of the sky (day or night!) and have some fun with this quick and easy pattern.
Details
- Project Sizes: Lap, Twin, Queen
- Required tools: Wedge Star
- Fabric: Scrappy Brights, Background
- Pattern # DTP085