Mystery Quilt for the New Year (Part 3)

Step 4: Assemble 9-patch Stars

9-patch Star
 

Cut 36, 3 ½" squares SP.
Layout plain squares SP, Quarter Square Blocks, and 9-Patch Blocks and stictch together as shown:

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Press seams in opposing directions to make matching easier.
You should have nine completed 9-Patch Star blocks. You will have extra 9-Patch blocks. Save these for use in contstructing pieced border.

 
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