{"title":"Collection Highlights","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"spikey_starz","title":"Spikey Starz Quilt Pattern PDF","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpikey Starz blocks can be made in three different sizes for your quilt designing ease, but the real bonus of these blocks is that their look may be varied with the number of spikez stitched. With six, seven, or eight star arms, each of these spikey creatures is definitely unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechniques used in their making are a combination of my favourite ways of cutting and stitching - nothing difficult, just slicing freely into a rough cut background, covering corners, then stitching the newly made star arms back together. Be warned though, they like to be introduced to the skies at a slow and gentle pace - they are fiddly so start with the big blocks first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a simple repeat block quilt in one size for a newborn, (we've included the setting instructions for a cot quilt size) to an intricate multi-sized arrangement for the astronomy loving teenager, a quilt with these spiky blocks is sure to shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.stargazey.com\/products\/special-advent-bundle\" title=\"Advent Calendar Bundle\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCheck out our new Advent Calendar bundle - it includes the Xmas Treez pattern, plus this Spikey Starz and a bonus pattern to make a quilted Advent Calendar.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFABRIC REQUIREMENTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis PDF quilting pattern includes full fabric requirements, cutting instructions and step-by-step assembly guidance. You may customise it to your desired quilt size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample size - 52 3⁄4” x 68 1⁄2” (134 cm x 174 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlock backgrounds \u0026amp; border starz – 2 1⁄2 yds (2.5 m) of assorted yellow\/orange fabrics\u003cbr\u003eSpikey Starz – 2 1⁄2 yds (2.5 m) of assorted purple fabrics\u003cbr\u003eBelly – fat quarter of hot pink fabric (or scraps)\u003cbr\u003eInner border – 1⁄2 yd (50 cm) of a yellow\/purple print\u003cbr\u003eOuter border – 1 1⁄2 y d (1.5 m) of assorted purple fabrics\u003cbr\u003ealso needed; batting, backing and thread\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith freeform blocks like this, fabric requirements will vary from quilt to quilt. I give you minimums only. Be generous with your purchases as extra can always be used in the backing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stargazey Quilts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47035931984041,"sku":"SPIKEY-PDF","price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/9077\/0857\/files\/spikey_starz-1_FP.jpg?v=1776832779"},{"product_id":"cupcakez","title":"Cupcakez Quilt Pattern PDF","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe cupcake is a favourite image for many - young, young at heart, foodies and sweet-tooths generally. Just like the consuming of them, stitching them is yummy fun too. The cutting and stitching of the blocks is so very easy. Cupcakez can then be decorated to your sweet-hearts delight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have simply stitched on buttons and rickrack but a look at any of the cupcake cookbooks around and you will be inspired to out-ice me. I have designed the blocks in three sizes; 4”, 6” and 8”.......\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e.... 4” coasters anyone?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFABRIC REQUIREMENTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis PDF quilting pattern includes full fabric requirements, cutting instructions and step-by-step assembly guidance. You may customise it to your desired quilt size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample size - 57” x 57” (145cm x 145cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBackgrounds - 4 yds (3.7m) of assorted tone-on-tone prints (or 36 x 12” squares)\u003cbr\u003ePaper casez - 2\/3yd (60cm) of assorted striped fabrics\u003cbr\u003eCakez - 1 yd (90cm) of assorted solids\u003cbr\u003eInner Border - 1\/8 yd (25cm) each of a two solids\u003cbr\u003eOuter Border \u0026amp; binding- 60” (1.5m) of a solid cut up the lengthwise grain (use excess in the backing)\u003cbr\u003ealso needed; rickrack - 6” per block ( total of 6yds\/5 1\/2 m) buttons - 36\u003cbr\u003ebatting, backing and thread\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith freeform blocks like this, fabric requirements will vary from quilt to quilt. I give you minimums only. Be generous with your purchases as extra can always be used in the backing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stargazey Quilts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47065548357801,"sku":"SGZ-CCAK","price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/9077\/0857\/files\/cupcakez-1_FP.jpg?v=1776832776"},{"product_id":"heartz","title":"Heartz Quilt Pattern PDF","description":"\u003cp\u003eI’ve made quite a few Heartz versions but the one pictured here is probably my favorite. It’s as colorful as love is with its bright blues, hot pinks, bitter yellows and jealous greens, but your version may be simply sweet baby pastels or the autumn hues of a country love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn true Stargazey style you will be working from easily cut squares and rectangles - no templates, no foundations, no exact 1\/4” seams or perfectly matched corners are needed in these blocks. I give you the ‘recipe’ for 4”, 6”, 8”, 10”, and 12” blocks. Choose any size block, any size quilt, or any combination of sizes to work into any setting. Design the quilt of your heart’s desire. Your heartz may be cut from the same fabrics or mixed scrappy pairs. Your backgrounds could be one constant fabric or you could cut many backgrounds and stitch together pieces at random for a multi colored look. Make your quilt as individual as you are with this easy method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have included photos of other Heartz versions as well - Carmen Miranda eat your heart out, Adam and Eve’s Recipe, Sealed with Love and Kissez \u0026amp; My Heartz a pumping to the Calypso Beat....\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.stargazey.com\/blogs\/community\/tagged\/hearts\" title=\"Heart inspired quilts\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTake a look at how other Stargazey quilters have brought their Heartz quilts to life →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFABRIC REQUIREMENTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis PDF quilting pattern includes full fabric requirements, cutting instructions and step-by-step assembly guidance. You may customise it to your desired quilt size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample size - 42” x 54” (107cm x 137cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeartz - 1 3\/4yds (1.5m) of assorted colours \u0026amp; prints, scraps are fine.\u003cbr\u003eBlock \u0026amp; border backgrounds - 1 3\/4 yards (1.5m) of a multi colored batik            \u003cbr\u003e\u0026amp; 1\/2 yd (50cm) each of bitter yellow \u0026amp; hot pink            \u003cbr\u003eInner border - 1\/4yd (25cm) of bitter yellow solid\u003cbr\u003eBinding - 1\/3yd (30cm) of dark, multi coloured batik\u003cbr\u003ealso needed; batting, backing and thread\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith freeform blocks like this, fabric requirements will vary from quilt to quilt. I give you minimums only. Be generous with your purchases as extra can always be used in the backing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stargazey Quilts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47065548718249,"sku":"SGZ-HRTZ","price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/9077\/0857\/files\/heartz_FP.jpg?v=1776832778"},{"product_id":"qaygc","title":"Quilt as you go Crazy Quilt Pattern PDF","description":"\u003cp\u003eGather all your scraps together and come with me. We’ll make a utility quilt great for a picnic rug or a play quilt. My quilt is made up of nine irregular units all with a central focus block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI kept it simple with an appliqued star in each section. You may choose instead to use a set of pieced feature blocks to tell a story using other pieced or applique blocks. You may feature traditional blocks or a personal mix for a memory quilt. You may even choose not to start with a feature block. You may recognise our blocks in one of our samples: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.stargazey.com\/products\/cuppaz?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=cu\u0026amp;_psid=7586fc124\u0026amp;_ss=e\" title=\"Cuppaz Quilt Pattern\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCuppaz,\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.stargazey.com\/products\/heartz?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=hear\u0026amp;_psid=0b68833f5\u0026amp;_ss=e\" title=\"Heartz quilt pattern\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHeartz\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.stargazey.com\/products\/treez?_pos=2\u0026amp;_psq=treez\u0026amp;_psid=31335391f\u0026amp;_ss=e\" title=\"Treez quilt pattern\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTreez,\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.stargazey.com\/products\/housez?_pos=2\u0026amp;_psq=house\u0026amp;_psid=68e70e2bd\u0026amp;_ss=e\" title=\"Housez quilt pattern\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHousez\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.stargazey.com\/products\/tartanz?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=tarta\u0026amp;_psid=5d5393c79\u0026amp;_ss=e\" title=\"Tartanz quilt pattern\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTartanz\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake it any size you want, with any number of sections, just make sure you enjoy going crazy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFABRIC REQUIREMENTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis PDF quilting pattern includes full fabric requirements, cutting instructions and step-by-step assembly guidance. You may customise it to your desired quilt size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample size - 60” x 60“ (150cm x 150cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e        \u003cbr\u003eBackings – 1\/2yd (50 cm) each of nine fabrics.        \u003cbr\u003eSome may need to be larger or may be pieced.\u003cbr\u003eCotton batting – 60” x 60” (150 cm x 150 cm).\u003cbr\u003eStar Fabrics – 16” (40 cm) of a shining star fabric.\u003cbr\u003eCrazy Piecing – Lots of scraps! From tiny scraps to large pieces and yardage, use it all. If you need to buy fresh yardage be prepared to buy more as needed or have leftovers.\u003cbr\u003eStranded cottons – 3 skeins to match or contrast the backing fabrics.\u003cbr\u003eBinding - 1\/2yd (50cm) of mixed fabrics (I simply used leftover piecing fabrics).\u003cbr\u003ealso needed; stitching thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith freeform blocks like this, fabric requirements will vary from quilt to quilt. I give you minimums only. Be generous with your purchases as extra can always be used in the backing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stargazey Quilts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47065549209769,"sku":"SGZ-QAYG","price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/9077\/0857\/files\/QAYGC_FP_2470c935-4620-4d4d-a06c-be8162dbaf5b.jpg?v=1779930110"},{"product_id":"tartanz","title":"Tartanz Quilt Pattern PDF","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the easier Stargazey patterns. It will still introduce you to new techniques, is easily cut and pieced to create unique crooked blocks but basically it’s just a grand load of splitting and restitching!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have designed six different 10” blocks, varying in complexity. My sample contains all six blocks, but it is also stunning made by repeating only one block and thinking of the strips as woven threads. I guarantee no two quilts will look alike with permutations of colour, fabric, block style and setting making the possibilities truly endless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis quilt would be great for the man in your life or just lovely draped over the family room couch. Colours can be bright like mine, based on traditional tartans, or even delicious in gelati colours for a young gal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pattern also includes setting instructions for;\u003cbr\u003eTartanz #3 - wild rhythmz,\u003cbr\u003e\u0026amp; Tartanz #4 - flannel tartanz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.stargazey.com\/blogs\/community\/tic-tac-toe\" title=\"A letter from a Stargazey quilter with a wonderful take on the tartans downloadable quilt pattern by Jan Mullen\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.stargazey.com\/blogs\/community\/tagged\/tartans\" title=\"Tartan inspired quilts\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTake a look at how other Stargazey quilters have brought their Tartanz quilts to life →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFABRIC REQUIREMENTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis PDF quilting pattern includes full fabric requirements, cutting instructions and step-by-step assembly guidance. You may customise it to your desired quilt size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample size - 50” x 70“ (127 cm x 177 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e*If you are buying fabric specifically for this quilt either purchase 12” (30 cm) cuts, or if you would like to make the border blocks as well, then 1\/2 yard (50 cm) cuts are economical. Colour choices are unlimited. A monochromatic like mine is serene but contrasting colours, large prints and solids will all work beautifully too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlock backgrounds – 2 3\/4 yds (2.4 m) of assorted reds\u003cbr\u003eBorder backgrounds – 1 1\/2 yds (1.2 m) of assorted reds\u003cbr\u003eBlock strips – 3\/4 yd (60 cm) of blues, golds, greens, purples and aquas\u003cbr\u003eBorder strips – 1\/2 yd (50 cm) of blues, golds, greens, purples and aqua\u003cbr\u003ealso needed; binding, batting, backing and thread\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith freeform blocks like this, fabric requirements will vary from quilt to quilt. I give you minimums only. Be generous with your purchases as extra can always be used in the backing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stargazey Quilts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47065549570217,"sku":"SGZ-TART","price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/9077\/0857\/files\/tartanz_FP.jpg?v=1776832778"},{"product_id":"special-advent-bundle","title":"3 PATTERNS | Xmas Treez and Spikey Starz with a bonus Advent Calender - PDF Bundle","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring a little handmade magic to Christmas with this bundle of three festive quilt patterns: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.stargazey.com\/products\/xmas-treez\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"A look at the Xmas Treez Original Pattern\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eXmas Treez\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.stargazey.com\/products\/spikey_starz\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Take a look at the original Spikey Stars pattern page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSpikey Starz \u003c\/a\u003eand an Advent Calendar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three patterns have been combined into one downloadable PDF, keeping everything handily together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Xmas Treez and Spikey Starz patterns include everything you need to create the quirky, decorated trees and stand-out stars, with clear fabric requirements and cutting instructions. The Advent Calendar includes the same clear instructions and information to guide you (to jingle) all the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may wish to make the Advent Calendar first, before tackling the full-sized quilts, if you need a little nudge of confidence. You’ll get the chance to perfect your Xmas Treez and Spikey Starz. Happily, you’ll find the cutting and stitching-back-together techniques leave plenty of room for personalisation (happy mistakes!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might prefer a more traditional colour palette. Think fir trees with red and gold decorations, or have the stars shining in yellow with a lovely night-sky background. If you’re daring, use your own bright, non-traditional colours to keep things fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for adding a handmade touch to your Christmas celebrations, these pieces are made to bring out year after year and make the countdown to Christmas part of the tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSadly for us at this shop, the Spikey Starz quilt was already given as someone’s special gift, so we don’t have any close-ups to show you more. If only we could remember which friend or family member it was... stay tuned!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a digital PDF quilt pattern. No physical product will be shipped. Choccies and lollies are not supplied!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stargazey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47319180673193,"sku":"SGZ-ADVB","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/9077\/0857\/files\/xmastreezFP.jpg?v=1786529429"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/9077\/0857\/collections\/QAYG_Strippy_pic3.jpg?v=1779962673","url":"https:\/\/shop.stargazey.com\/collections\/collection-highlights.oembed","provider":"Stargazey","version":"1.0","type":"link"}