Using approximately 100, 2.5" blocks of white, mark a the edges of the star template on 50 of them.
On the blue section, using chalk or a temporary marker, mark 1.5" in from 3 edges and 2.5" in from the one 19" edge, to allow for hems and seams.
Sew Your Own American Flag
By Debbie Colgrove, About.com Guide
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- Sewing the Stars
- Joining Sections & Finishing
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