If you love dramatic curves, radiant stars, and breathtaking color transitions, the Bali Wedding Star Quilt Pattern is a masterpiece worth making. Designed by Judy Niemeyer Quilting, this quilt combines traditional wedding ring arcs with bold star centers, creating a design that feels both classic and modern.
The Bali Wedding Star is a foundation paper pieced pattern that allows you to achieve precise curved piecing and striking color placement. Whether you choose vibrant batiks or soft, romantic tones, this quilt truly shines as a statement piece.
At the end of this article, you’ll find the official PDF pattern available for download.
Finished Sizes
The pattern includes multiple layout options based on the number of rings used. According to the cutting chart (page 3), sizes include:
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6 x 6 Rings – 80” x 80”
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6 x 7 Rings – 80” x 92”
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7 x 7 Rings – 92” x 92”
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7 x 8 Rings – 92” x 104”
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8 x 8 Rings – 104” x 104”
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8 x 9 Rings – 104” x 116”
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9 x 9 Rings – 116” x 116”
This flexibility allows you to create anything from a generous throw to a king-sized quilt.
Design Overview
The Bali Wedding Star combines:
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Wedding Ring arcs (Units A and B)
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Center Dark Star (CDS) units
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Center Medium Star (CMS) units
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Melon units
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Mitered borders
The arcs are created using 2½” strips sewn onto foundation papers through a strip-piecing process (see Chapter One, page 1)
Ring Color Sets
Each Ring Color Set is made from eight fabrics that transition from light to dark:
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Color 1 = Lightest
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Color 8 = Darkest
As described in Chapter One (page 1), the strips are stacked in a specific order before sewing onto foundation papers. This stacking process ensures smooth color flow across each arc.
The number of Ring Color Sets varies by quilt size (Line 6 on page 3)
For example:
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6×6 quilt = 11 Ring Color Sets
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8×8 quilt = 18 Ring Color Sets
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9×9 quilt = 23 Ring Color Sets
Cutting Requirements
The Bali Wedding Star Cutting Chart (page 3) provides detailed strip counts.
For the 80” x 80” version (6×6 rings):
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84 Unit A foundation papers
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84 Unit B foundation papers
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88 strips of 2½” x 42” fabric
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20 background strips (10” x 42”)
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5 yards backing
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1 yard binding
The yardage chart (page 5) also details:
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Background fabrics (6 colors recommended)
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Black center star and corner fabric
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Medium star fabrics (8 colors suggested)
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Corner square fabrics
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Backing and binding requirements
Background Fabric Tips
The pattern recommends using six different background fabrics (page 2), but you may use more or fewer if desired.
Important notes:
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Background strips are cut 10” wide.
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Yardage must be divisible by 10 due to strip cutting.
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Background pieces are divided into two groups for CDS and CMS units.
Foundation Paper Piecing & Curves
This pattern uses:
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Foundation piecing for arcs
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Curved cutting with templates
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Precision stacking of fabric strips
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Carefully measured mitered borders
Before final assembly, the pattern advises checking unit placement carefully to ensure arcs and corner blocks align properly (page 3, Special Note)
Mitered Borders
The quilt finishes with elegant mitered borders. Instructions for measuring and cutting 45° corners are outlined in detail (page 4)
Key steps include:
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Measuring quilt width and length through the center.
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Subtracting ½” for finished size.
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Cutting borders at 45° angles.
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Adding seam allowance before final trimming.
This gives the quilt a polished, professional finish.
Fabric & Colorway Inspiration
The original sample quilt was created using Quiltworx Bali Pops (page 4). However, you can:
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Use batik collections
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Create your own gradient color sets
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Choose modern solids for bold contrast
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Try romantic pastel palettes for a softer wedding-inspired look
Because the arcs shift from light to dark, selecting fabrics with strong value contrast is essential for achieving the dramatic star effect.
Why You’ll Love This Quilt
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✔ Stunning curved wedding ring arcs
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✔ Radiant star centers
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✔ Multiple size options
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✔ Strip piecing efficiency
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✔ Perfect for advanced quilters
This quilt is ideal for weddings, anniversaries, or heirloom gifts.
Download the Free Bali Wedding Star PDF
You can access the complete official pattern, cutting charts, templates, and instructions here:
👉 Download the Bali Wedding Star Quilt Pattern PDF
If you decide to make this quilt, tell me would you go bold with tropical Bali batiks, or choose soft neutrals for a romantic wedding look? 💍✨
