This is how I learned...Cut up the sides of the t-shirt and across the shoulders. Then I bought a ruler that is 15 x15 square and placed onto the t-shirt design. This will make sure all the squares are the same size. Then I used the fusable (iron on) on the back of the cut t-shirt square. This will keep from slipping and growing in size. Then I laid out into a pattern and proceeded to use 3" strips for the edges of the t-shirt...making windows. Add your batting and backing and then tied off with yarn. Add your boarder and you are finished. I beleive I hit all the stages! Hope so!