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It’s finally here!!!! Welcome to the much-anticipated Swiss Star Quilt Along! I’m thrilled to embark on this creative journey with you, where we’ll be crafting a contemporary masterpiece using a classic star pattern.
In this inaugural blog post, we’ll delve into the exciting process of selecting fabrics that will bring your Swiss Star quilt to life.
The Vision: A Modern Twist on Tradition
About two years ago, I designed a quilt block inspired by wintertime sweaters, with a simple star in the middle. I used the block several times on social media, on my blog, etc. and to this day, it’s the most asked about block that I’ve ever posted.
When designing the Swiss Star Quilt Pattern, I know it had to include that gorgeous star. And I’m so excited to finally share the pattern with you!
Over the next 8 weeks, we’ll be making the Swiss Star Pattern together. Make the quilt top with me as we go. For those that finish the quilt top, you can enter a giveaway for the final prize generously sponsored by BERNINA: a BERNINA 570 QE Sewing Machine (open worldwide). You can join the raffle by sharing your finished quilt top on social media or in the community section before 15.05.2024! The full terms and conditions of the final raffle will be announced on May 1.
With a foundation in the timeless star pattern, we’re infusing a breath of fresh air with a modern color palette. Dark blue, gray, and off-white will work harmoniously to create a quilt that’s not only cozy but also visually stunning.
Picking Fabric Colors
For a modern twist on the Swiss Star quilt, consider mixing different fabric styles. Pair solid dark blue with a subtle gray pattern or an off-white with a modern geometric design.
Mixing prints and solids adds visual interest and depth to your quilt, making it truly unique.
I used the following fabrics for my quilt top: Moda Bella Solids: Navy Blue, Muslin Unbleached, Pewter
Fabric Requirements
To give you a head start on gathering your fabrics, below are the fabric requirements for the Swiss Star Throw Size.
This is a standard square sized quilt that is perfect draped on a sofa or bed.
Alternative Colors
Choosing colors for quilt designs often takes me the most time. It’s actually wild to think that out of the entire process (design and quilting), choosing the colors takes the longest!
Maybe a quilt therapist could delve more into why I am the way I am (probably something to do with my childhood I’m sure), but I’ve always felt that the colors made the quilt into what it is.
Below are some fun mockups to give you some inspiration on choosing your own beautiful fabrics.
Personalizing Your Palette: Adding a Pop of Color
While our primary palette consists of dark blue, gray, and off-white, don’t be afraid to introduce a pop of color to make your quilt uniquely yours. Consider adding a complementary hue in small doses—a vibrant yellow or a calming mint can create a stunning focal point within the modern star pattern.
Next Steps
As we kick off the Swiss Star Quilt Along, remember that fabric selection is an exciting and personal aspect of quilting. Take your time, trust your instincts, and enjoy the creative process.
Make sure to share your progress pictures and use the hashtag #SwissstarQAL and tag @quiltdstudios so I can reshare your gorgeous pictures!
Another way is by uploading a picture of your progress in the blog community. Click on “New Project” on the top left and make sure to choose the “Swiss Star Quilt Along” campaign. I can’t wait to see your gorgeous creations!
The next blog post, we will delve into the cutting and piecing process, bringing our vision to life one stitch at a time. Don’t want to miss the next post? Subscribe to the blog newsletter here to be notified of the next part!
Until then, I can’t wait to see the colors that you chosen!
I enjoy this project very much Rita. Thank you
This beautiful Swiss star Quilt is coming together so well. I am enjoying sewing this quilt.
So pretty!!
Has anyone seen the next set of instructions? I thought they were being released today. 🙂
https://blog.bernina.com/en/2024/04/swiss-star-quiltalong-assembling-blocks-center-star/
They are live now!
Thank you 🙂
So looking forward to this!
I’m all cut and ready to go!
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Looks great. I think I missed the actual finished size. It was probably listed somewhere
The front page of the pattern (i.e. the pdf) says 68″ x 68″ square.
This is such a lovely throw quilt and I would love to make it although I have a few other quilts to finish off first. I look forward to joining in.
Preciosa la colcha, ¿dónde están las instrucciones de corte?Gracias
El patrón y las instrucciones de corte están disponibles desde hoy, puedes encontrarlos aquí: Swiss Star Quilt Along pattern and cutting instructions
¡La parte 3 se publicará el 03.04!
please tell me how, where and when the next instructions are found
Dear Patti,
Part 2 of the quilt along will be published on the 20.03, so come back to the blog on Wednesday for the pattern and cutting instructions!
Thank you I’ll get my fabric pressed.
i’m curious if you will be offering suggestions for cutting with accuquilt died.
ciurious
got my fabrics ready to go!
Excited to participate in the QAL! Would be quite amazing to win a new Bernina sewing machine, too! I may be a little behind everyone and will have to do some catching up — traveling to an out-of-state wedding, so the later start date will be my friend.
I have my fabrics all ready to go! Can’t wait!! 😍
I have my fabric. Just arrived today. So I’m ready to begin! Curious when and how we will receive or retrieve the weekly (I’m guessing!) pattern? Thank you.
Dear Julie,
Glad to hear you already received your fabric! The next post will be on the 20.03.24 so everyone has enough time to decide on their colours and receive their orders. Just one more week of patience!
Thank you! It’s a beautiful quilt pattern. Can’t wait!!
Colors chosen 😊
How do I join the sew-a-long? The quilt is beautiful.
Dear Sharon,
Part 2 of the quilt along will be published on the 20.03, so come back on Wednesday for the pattern and cutting instructions!
I love this quilt and it’s colorway.
Love the quilt I am looking forward to joining the group along.
I would love to join the Swiss Star quilt sew along.
I’m looking forward to participating in Swiss Star quilt along! It’s been raining in my neck of the woods, so it’s a perfect time to begin shopping for just the right fabrics for my quilt! The pattern is great and while these colors aren’t my normal choices, I am in the mood to widen my quilting horizons and move out of my comfort zone. Can’t wait to get started, and of course the opportunity to perhaps win a beautiful new Bernina has certainly caught my attention as well!
Looking forward!
I have just fallen in love with this pattern! I’ve already considered 3 separate colour pathways and debating with myself which I should do, if not all three. So timeless, and yet contemporary. Hats off to your designer!
Looking forward to starting my first “Quilt Along”! Not sure how to upload pics
Dear Nancy,I hope you will enjoy your first quilt along! If you wish to already share your chosen fabrics with us, then you have 3 options to do so:
– Share it on Instagram and use the Hashtag #SwissstarQAL and tag @quiltdstudios so we can see it
– Add a picture to your comment (only if you have a registered account on the blog and are logged in)
– Share your progress in the Community section.
To add a pic on your comment, click on the icon with the picture frame. If you are not logged in, the website will ask you to log in. Then either drag & drop or select a picture to upload and click “Upload Image”
If you wish to create a post in the Community section, head over to the community section here and click on “New Project” on the top left. Fill out Title, Category, choose the Campaign “Swiss Star Quilt Along” and write a little text about your work/ selection. Scroll a bit further down and there you can add your picture by clicking “Upload your images to the gallery”. Click on “Create project” when you are done and your post will appear in the Community Section!
I hope this explenation helps you a little bit
I love this design. I am a picky person and it is hard to fine designs I love but this one made it to the list!
Looks a very appealing design. I hope to participate.
Such a clean design. Very tempting.
Wow. Am just 4 quilts old and a fellow quilter forwarded this to me today. If I start today March 7, can I complete by 15th..
This is a lovely quilt to get me back into the swing of quilt making after a long hot summer here in Australia with cooler weather on the horizon with Autumn. I do have the 34D foot so I hope I can use that for the piecing.
Sally, I’m glad you could join us! I actually use the 34D foot for nearly everything, I love being able to see exactly where I’m sewing 🙂
Love this design! Gonna use my Fabelism stash for this one🥰
I was gifted a Bernina Artista 180,the first computerised model, recently with all the accessories.There’s so much it can-do full-on embroidery set up.This project will be perfect for my first sewing with the machine.
Have been waiting for your next quilt can I quilt this one as a as a quilt as you go ?Look forward to your next blog keep it up Gail
Hi Gail – I’m excited that you’re along for the ride! The Swiss Star pattern wasn’t designed to be quilt-as-you-go so there won’t be directions for that, but feel free to attempt it! Let me know how it goes.
Where do you get the pattern? Would love to do this.
Hi Anne – the pattern will be released over the course of the QAL, enjoy!
I would love to make this!!
I love this type of quilt!! Clean lines!!
Excited to start
I’m a enthusiastic beginner who is definitely ready for the challenge
This is gonna be fun! I love the minimalism of the three colors. It’ll be super different for me. I’ve only ever done one quilt with mostly solid colors. Can’t wait!!
This will be my first quilt along really looking forward to it
Beautiful quilt!
Do we need any speciality rulers to be able to participate?
I look forward to making this modern quilt. Very striking!
Love this Quilt! Looking forward to making this with you! And yes, picking fabric takes me the longest too! 😊
Love the color choices
What a lovely pattern… so versatile.
I need something blue on my wall – this looks perfect!
My aunt had a Bernina and quilted all her life. Would love to have one – currently using one as old as I am! Old, old singer!
Love this pattern! It is stunning! Looking forward to the Quilt Along!
This is a BEAUTIFUL pattern. Can’t wait to get started with the quilt along!
Making “things” is my love language and I know the perfect recipient. BTW it would be A Win-Win to receive a new sewing computer!
I like the Swiss star quilt along
Love this pattern!!
I would love to own a Bernina!I love this pattern!
I want to see that quilt when does it start
This is sew exciting ❤️ can’t wait to get started!!! Off to go look for fabric…
Pretty quilt. Can’t wait to start making it!
I’m very excited that I came across this sew-a-long. I can’t wait to choose my fabric!!
I can’t wait to get started!
Not sure I have reached intermediate level, but would love to give it a go on a Bernina. I understand they are the gold standard!
I am not familiar with the reverse pattern foot and I have been a Bernina owner for years
Reverse pattern foot that is a new to me and I have had Bernina’s for years