12 Weeks of Christmas Ornaments Challenge 2023 Week 1 FAQ

By Staci Ann Lowry | September 26, 2023 |

We usually get this question about the Basic Star Pattern, and I I wanted to make sure I addressed.. in case this was something you were wondering about, too.

The Basic Star Pattern calls for 2 fabrics.. but you said to use 3 fabrics in the Challenge. What am I supposed to do?

So, yes, the original Basic Star pattern (and the free workshop) calls for 2 fabrics, but you can actually use ANY number of different fabrics in this pattern... and for the Challenge, we are using 3.

In my Challenge ornament, my fabrics are:

  • Fabric 1: Cream
  • Fabric 2: Red
  • Fabric 3: Holly

And, here is how I arranged them (for 3 layers):

  • Layer 1: Fabric 1 (like the original pattern)
  • Layer 2: Fabric 2 (like the original pattern)
  • Layer 3: Fabric 3 (replacing color 1 here)
  • No Layer 4
  • Band: Fabric 3

So, if you want to arrange your fabrics in the same way, the pieces you will need to cut for each color are:

  • Fabric 1: 8 - 2x3" rectangles
  • Fabric 2: 16 - 2x3" rectangles
  • Fabric 3: 16 - 2x3" rectangles + 2-1/2" x 10-1/2" band piece

Darlene did 4 layers. Her three fabrics are:

  • Fabric 1: Brown
  • Fabric 2: Plaid
  • Fabric 3: Red

And, here is how she arranged them:

  • Layer 1: Fabric 1 (like the original pattern)
  • Layer 2: Fabric 2 (like the original pattern)
  • Layer 3: Fabric 3 (replacing fabric 1 here)
  • Layer 4: Fabric 2 (like the original pattern)
  • Band: Fabric 2

So, if you want to arrange your fabrics in the same way, the pieces you will need to cut for each color are:

  • Fabric 1: 8 - 2x3" rectangles
  • Fabric 2: 32 - 2x3" rectangles + 2-1/2" x 10-1/2" band piece
  • Fabric 3: 16 - 2x3" rectangles

Monica also did 4 layers, but her arrangement is a little different than Darlene's. Her fabrics are:

  • Fabric 1: White
  • Fabric 2: Black
  • Fabric 3: Red

And, here is how she arranged them:

  • Layer 1: Fabric 1 (like the original pattern)
  • Layer 2: Fabric 2 (like the original pattern)
  • Layer 3: Fabric 1 (like the original pattern)
  • Layer 4: Fabric 3 (replacing fabric 2 here)
  • Band: Fabric 3

So, if you want to arrange your fabrics in the same way, the pieces you will need to cut for each color are:

  • Fabric 1: 24 - 2x3" rectangles
  • Fabric 2: 16 - 2x3" rectangles
  • Fabric 3: 16 - 2x3" rectangles + 2-1/2" x 10-1/2" band piece

Remember.. the possibilities for these are endless, and that's what's making it so fun to see everyone's different ornaments for this Challenge. You can not only re-arrange the order of your fabrics, you can even add/take away layers! Please have fun creating your own unique ornament design!

(If you don't yet know this pattern, you can register for the free videos, right HERE.)

Your turn!

Your challenge is.... to make your own Basic Star Ornament using your 3 chosen fabrics.... you can arrange your fabrics like we have above, or better yet, mix it up!

Remember, if you don't know how to make the Basic Star, you can learn it for free right HERE.

Then, show me what you've got by posting it on Instagram using the hashtag #OrnamentGirlsChallenge so we can all see it!

(And, if you're an Ornament Girls Club Member, please post it in our private FB group!)

I'll see ya in a week, with Challenge Pattern #2.

Happy Ornament-ing!

Staci Ann

p.s. If you bought your foam ahead of time based on the Supply List I gave you, this week uses an 8-Lined Ball. But, don't worry if you don't have a pre-lined ball... this one can either be done without lines, or you can draw your own.)
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4 Comments

  1. Joyce Brink on September 27, 2023 at 1:31 pm

    This question is not for the challenge. What shaped ball is the Fluted Star Pattern made on? The one with the sequins inside the points.
    Thanks,
    Joyce

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  2. Anonymous on September 27, 2023 at 1:50 pm

    What are the measurements between layers on your ball? I am assuming layers one and 2 are as the directions say,but on layer 3 what is it?

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  3. Edyee Stocks on September 27, 2023 at 1:53 pm

    Thank you! This helps so much! I am so excited to do this challenge!

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  4. Linda on September 27, 2023 at 2:39 pm

    I just wanted to let you know that I really appreciate your kind work. For Christmas last year I made each grandchild an ornament ball using $1 and $5 bills folded! They loved them! I had all the fabric cut out and folded to remake them in their own fabric. It was a Win win! Thank you!

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