Carrying on with the big blocks, I made this 9-inch star using the new Inklingo 3″ diamond collection. Although I’m not quite sure how, somehow this star will be incorporated into the beach quilt. I used half diamonds — which made the star more fun to stitch. This is definitely the largest star I’ve ever made. It’s absolutely HUGE!

The back. I am so glad I learned this method of pressing as with all those seams meeting at the centre it could have been a nightmare. But it lies lovely and flat and not the least bit bumpy at the middle.

A contemplative Smudge, waiting for — maybe a kitty toy or an evening treat of some yogourt?

And Lester with a little stuffed toy. Notice the paw on the remote control. He’s definitely a male cat!