Have you always wanted to make an eight-point star quilt block but find it tricky?

They will give you tips and tricks on how to master Y-seams.

The instructions are very clear.

Beginner Eight-Point Star Quilt Block

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Youll be able to follow the steps easily.

You will also learn how to make diamond shapes with just your regular 45-degree ruler.

Give this quilt project a try it is definitely fun to make.

Eight Point Star Quilt Materials

Watch the video below for detailed instructions.

Step 2:

Place the two strips on top of each other right sides together.

Find a 45-degree angle on your ruler and put the masking tape on top of that for your guide.

How to Make an Eight-Point Star Quilt

Line the 45-degree angle with the bottom edge of both your strips.

Trim the first edge.

Slide the ruler to the side.

Beginner Eight-Point Star Quilt Block

The width of the strip determines the length of your diamonds.

See the photo below for reference.

Repeat 3 more times to get 4 sets of diamonds.

Open them and finger-press the seams towards the left.

Step 4:

Place two pairs on top of each other right sides together.

Sew from the top straight down, stop a quarter inch, and backstitch.

Cut the bunny ears.

Open and press the seam allowances to the left.

Sew the last two pairs together.

Sew from the center out.

Press the bottom seams toward the left and the top to the right.

Sew it in place just like in the photo below.

Repeat with the other triangles.

Do the same process for the corner squares.

Beginner Eight-Point Star Quilt Block