Create a festive Christmas quilt project with this Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) pattern featuring a golden five-pointed star against a rich red background. The geometric design combines warm yellow and gold fabric tones to create depth and dimension within a classic holiday motif.
Available in two sizes, sold separately, this pattern can be used to create a square Christmas quilt block or a rectangular holiday placemat. Choose between a decorative wall hanging and a handmade table accessory, depending on your intended project.
The Christmas Star is part of a coordinated collection featuring Santa Claus and other matching holiday motifs. Its fabric colors have been selected to complement the other designs, making it easy to create a cohesive set of festive quilts and table accessories.
With 24 pieces, 10 sections, and 7 fabric colors, this pattern provides a compact and approachable FPP project for quilters who enjoy modern Christmas patchwork.
📏 AVAILABLE SIZES
Choose the finished dimensions that best suit your project:
• 16×16" – QUILT BLOCK – Square Christmas wall hanging, decorative quilt block, or small seasonal sewing project.
• 12×18" – PLACEMAT – Handmade Christmas placemat or festive dining table accessory.
Your purchase includes the pattern for your selected size only. The two sizes are sold separately.
Both sizes contain the same 24 pieces, 10 sections, and 7 fabric colors. The finished dimensions and individual piece proportions are adapted to each format.
📂 WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE
Your purchase includes the digital Foundation Paper Piecing pattern for your selected Christmas Star size.
The pattern provides the information needed to construct the star, organize its individual sections, and assemble the completed design.
The star features contrasting gold and yellow fabric tones that create a dimensional effect against the red background, making it suitable for modern Christmas quilting and seasonal table decor.
Pattern specifications:
• Available sizes: 16×16" OR 12×18"
• Total pieces: 24
• Total sections: 10
• Fabric colors: 7
• Technique: Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP)
• Skill level: Beginner
Only the size selected at checkout is included in your download.
🖨 PRINTING INSTRUCTIONS
Print the pattern at 100% (actual size) to obtain the intended finished dimensions.
Check your printer settings before preparing your fabrics to make sure no unintended scaling has been applied.
If printing a US Letter file on A4 paper, the final output will be reduced to approximately 97.7% of the intended dimensions. No manual scaling to 97.7% is required.
The Christmas Star pattern contains relatively few pieces, making paper preparation and section organization straightforward compared with more intricate FPP designs.
16×16" – QUILT BLOCK
The square format is suitable for creating a compact Christmas wall hanging or incorporating the star into a larger patchwork project.
The manageable number of pieces and sections makes this version relatively quick to prepare.
12×18" – PLACEMAT
The rectangular format is designed for creating a decorative Christmas placemat.
Its compact dimensions and uncomplicated construction make it practical for sewing several matching placemats as part of a coordinated holiday table setting.
Both formats require limited workspace and relatively little paper preparation.
📐 NEED A CUSTOM SIZE?
The Christmas Star pattern can be reduced if you prefer a smaller finished quilt block or placemat.
Use the following formula:
(Desired size ÷ Pattern size) × 100 = Print percentage
For example:
• 16×16" → 12×12" = Print at 75%
• 12×18" → 9×13.5" = Print at 75%
When reducing a pattern, all fabric pieces and seam allowances decrease proportionally.
The finished dimensions are determined by the sewing lines, so the original design's proportions are maintained.
The star's relatively simple geometric construction makes it suitable for experimenting with smaller finished dimensions.
Enlargement beyond 100% is not recommended.
🎯 ABOUT COMPLEXITY
This Christmas Star pattern is rated Beginner.
It is suitable for quilters who are new to Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) and want to practice their skills on a simple geometric Christmas design.
With just 24 pieces divided into 10 sections, the Christmas Star offers straightforward construction and minimal section management.
The main points to watch are accurate fabric placement and clean alignment of the star's points.
16×16" – QUILT BLOCK
The square version offers a manageable project with comfortable geometric shapes and limited preparation requirements.
It is suitable for practicing accurate stitching, fabric positioning, and section assembly.
12×18" – PLACEMAT
The rectangular version provides the same accessible construction in a practical format for handmade Christmas table accessories.
Its relatively small number of pieces makes it a convenient choice for quilters who want to create several coordinating projects.
Both versions are beginner-friendly and require relatively little workspace or preparation.
⚠️ PLEASE NOTE
• This is a digital PDF Foundation Paper Piecing pattern. No physical item, fabric, printed pattern, or finished quilt or placemat will be shipped.
• The two sizes are sold separately. Your purchase includes one size only, according to your selection.
• The Santa Claus quilt and other matching Christmas patterns are not included.
• The placemat pattern provides the pieced design. Additional finishing materials may be needed to complete your placemat.
• Refunds are generally unavailable after digital files have been downloaded, except where legally required or in the case of a verified, unresolved file issue.
• Basic knowledge of Foundation Paper Piecing is recommended before starting.
⭐ WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS PATTERN
✔ A classic Christmas star with a modern finish – Contrasting gold and yellow fabric tones create dimension within a clean geometric design.
✔ Two finished sizes to choose from – Select a square quilt block or a rectangular Christmas placemat.
✔ An accessible beginner project – With just 24 pieces and 10 sections, the pattern offers straightforward construction and minimal assembly management.
✔ A coordinated holiday palette – The original 7-color combination complements the Santa Claus portrait and other Christmas designs.
✔ Ideal for matching projects – Create individual wall hangings, seasonal quilt blocks, or a set of festive placemats.
🧵 HOW TO START
1. Select your preferred size and complete your purchase.
2. Download your digital pattern to your computer.
3. If your download is provided as a ZIP file, extract the folder before opening the PDF documents. Do not attempt to use the files directly from inside the ZIP.
4. Review the pattern information and identify the different fabric colors and sections.
5. Print the FPP templates at 100% (actual size).
6. Prepare your fabrics and start sewing your Christmas Star!
🎁 PERFECT FOR
• Christmas star quilt blocks
• Handmade holiday table settings
• Festive Christmas wall hangings
• Modern geometric quilting
• Seasonal patchwork projects
• Handmade Christmas gifts
