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Starmaker 6 Master Template. On this page you will find tips, techniques, videos, products and information on how to use your Starmaker 6 Master Template
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Featuring The Starmaker 6 Master Template!
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The Starmaker® 6 will make perfect 6-pointed stars, that's what the 6 means. But, it is also a master template for many quilt patterns, triangles and wedges, Log Cabin diamonds, 12 piece circles, Dresden Plates and stars.
Below, you'll find a comprehensive list of all the patterns, books and resources we have available for this amazing quilting template!
Shown left, Star Sampler |
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Patterns using Kaye's Starmaker 6 Master Template
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Spinning Diamonds, Pattern or Epattern Strip sets are cut then placed together so the diamonds spin in a hexagon around the quilt top. This design only looks complicated when you follow the techniques that Kaye Wood has developed. Uses the Starmaker® 6 (sold separately). Size: 54" x 47" |
A-maze-ing Pattern or Epattern Now you can create an A-maze-ing wallhanging, using topless triangles, that when sewn into rows, form an interesting maze. Half triangles are used at the top and bottom of each row to square up your quilt. Choose a color for your maze, then find five fabrics in this color family, ranging from light to dark. Just think of the possibilities, you could go dark and dramatic, lighter and more subtle, bold and vibrant, the choice is yours. Each quilt can have it's own distinct look, just based on your fabric choices. Easy to do and lots of fun, uses the Starmaker® 6 (sold separately). Size: 24" x 30" |
Morning Star Pattern and Epattern An easy to do design that only looks difficult. Choose two colors, then find five fabrics in each color family ranging from light to dark. Strip sets are cut into topless triangles and the triangles are joined together. You can include a variety of small and large prints, stripes and solids. Uses the Starmaker® 6 Master Template (sold separately). Size: 30" x 32" |
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Trees With Ease Pattern and Epattern Combine all your favorite green fabrics from your scraps or fat quarters to create this stunning quilt! Separate your dark, medium and light greens for greater effect. The darker fabrics become the upright trees, the lighter fabric becomes the background or upside down trees. Easy to sew with no seams to match. Uses the Starmaker® 6 tool (sold separately). Sizes: Placemats, Wallhanging, Small and Large Quilts |
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A Few Resources
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Y-seams! They're easy with Kaye's techniques. Click on the video and learn how.
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Stacking My Blocks Pattern or Epattern. Click on the picture above to order the pattern, or click on the picture to your right to watch the video. |
A stunning 3-Dimensional quilt made from dark, medium and light fabrics, that Kaye Wood has simplified with her cutting and sewing techniques. Strip sets are cut into topless triangles and then sewn into rows and joined together. Pieced with absolutely no "Y" seams, you won't believe how easy it goes together. Uses the Starmaker® 6 (sold separately).
Sizes: Wallhanging, Twin, Double, King |
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Watch Kaye as she demonstrates
Cutting Diamonds and Stars |
Kaye Wood's books using the Starmaker 6 Master Template
Easy Hexagon Designs 40 pages If you love hexagons but find them complicated, Kaye Wood simplifies it with her quick and easy cutting designs. 35 projects include the Hawaiian Quilt, Grandmother's Flower Garden, divided hexagons, honeycombs and hexagon log cabins, to name a few. Numerous tips are included along with finishing techniques for borders, layering your quilt, machine quilting and mitered corners. Uses the View & Do™ Hexagon and Starmaker® 6 (sold separately). Go here to see some of the projects included in this book: |
Starmaker Design Concepts Book and Ebook 16 pages This is the book you need to compliment your Starmaker® tools. A chapter devoted to each one, this technique book will show you how to use your tools to their fullest potential. Over 140 designs and shapes to help perfect your quilting skills. |
Everyone Can Quilt 144 pages If you're a beginning quilter or a seasoned one who would like to sharpen their skills, this book is a must have for your quilting library. With 20 projects and over 100 tips and techniques to go with every skill level, you will be making everything from pillows and table toppers, to all different sizes of quilts. Plus, Kaye includes paper templates of her infamous Starmaker® rulers for you to use, though we highly recommend our acrylic version. Kaye also includes tons of witty stories and anecdotes about her life and travels throughout the quilting world. Uses Starmaker® 5, 6, and 8 (sold separately). Click here to see some of the projects in Kaye's Everyone Can Quilt Book |
Strip Quilting Projects Book 9 - A Victorian Sampler Quilt Featuring a wonderful Victorian Sampler quilt, this book is easy enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for the more advanced. 12 different blocks are trimmed with laces, ribbons and decorative machine stitching. Techniques include kaleidoscope, bias tubes, half-squares, quarter-squares and stripped stars. Uses Starmaker® 5, 6, and 8 (sold separately). |
Stars Made Simple Ebook - Electronic Format Only. Easy, accurate stars with no points to match? You bet! With Kaye Wood's tips and techniques, stars have never been easier with projects that include quilts, pot holders, Christmas tree skirts and other great items, all made from stars. Start with hexagons and choose if your want to fussy or cut them into the size you like. Uses Kaye's View & Do Hexagon™ and Starmaker® 6 (sold separately). |
Strip Quilting Projects EBook 9 - Electronic Format Only. This book has it all with over 61 projects and techniques to choose from. Every project starts with five strips, ranging from light to dark shades of the same color group. These combination strips can be cut into strips of squares, rectangles, triangles or diamonds, to create a new pattern each time! Design shapes include pinwheels, rail fence, bargello, tumbling stars and chevrons, to name a few. Some of the patterns included are Trip Around the World, Starburst, Mountain Glory, tablerunners and placemats. Techniques include fabric preparation, measuring, cutting strips, sewing and pressing accurately, matching seamlines, borders, batting tips, envelope finish, layering, basting, machine quilting, hanging and mitered bindings. Uses Starmakers® 5, 6, and 8 (sold separately). Take a look at the projects inside Kaye Wood's Strip Quilting Projects EBook 10 |
The Starmaker 6 Can Cut Hexagons Too!
Twirling Stars Pattern and Epattern Stars twirl clockwise or counter-clockwise around this quilt for a dazzling effect! Easy and fun to make, this pattern features strip sets that are easily cut. Uses the Starmaker 6® tool (sold separately). Sizes: Wallhanging, Tabledrape, Crib, Twin, Double, King |
Seasonal Wallhanging Pattern and Epattern A 6 pointed star with several interchangeable fussy-cut centers, quickly changes with the seasons. Start with a hexagon, which is fussy-cut from fabric or an embroidery design. Add triangles and Log Cabin borders to accent the center. Great for any season, holiday or event you'd like to make special! Great gift idea! Uses the Starmaker® 6 Master Template and the View & Do Hexagon® (sold separately). |
Tools To Make It More Fun
Kaye Wood's View & Do Hexagon Shapes go hand-in-hand with her Starmaker 6! 4 removable templates nest together to make this a must have tool for your sewing/craft room. Made of hard plastic suitable for rotary cutting, you can make 2, 4, 6, or 8 inch, 6 sided hexagon shapes. Great for sewing, quilting, scrapbooking or any craft. |
Static Stickers. Used by Kaye to mark her Starmakers These static cling stickers make a great visual aid. Use them to mark your rulers to help eliminate cutting mistakes. They are transparent pink in color, repositionable and reusable. Can be cut with scissors or rotary cutter to whatever size you need. Will leave no sticky residue on your tools. 2 sheets per package. Size: 8.5" x 11" |
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Kaye demonstrates cutting hexagons with the Starmaker 6 Master Template. Click on the picture to go directly to this video I hope this resource page has inspired you to your own designs using Kaye's Starmaker 6 Master Template. Please be sure to email us pictures of your projects for our Show And Tell Page! |
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