TOOL:
Small Half Hexagon Template for 5” Charm Packs and 2 ½” Jelly Rolls
By Natalie Dawn for Missouri Quilt Company (SKU NOT132) – $5.95 online
INSTRUCTION VIDEO: Missouri Quilt Co.
INSTRUCTION STEPS:
- If not using charm packs or jelly rolls, cut 2 ½” strips of fabric.
- Cut out a stack of trapezoids using the template.
- Arrange and sew together to form braid. I construct two rows at once allowing chain stitching.
Continue adding pieces to desired length allowing enough length to square off top and bottom leaving ¼” seam allowance on each end.
SQG 
Great example! I could not figure out how to do the braid with Missouri star tutorials! I was lost, your example helped me understand how to get started! Thanks! Pam