Originally Posted by lneal
Thanks so much for all the help. I will definitely try starch (sizing?) but some of the pieces do fit wrong side up. I still dont understand how to mark the template and cut. The pieces I had the most trouble with fit good on one side and was way off on the other. I closed my eyes( LOL) when sewing these blocks, but this is highly unacceptable to me. I almost put the project away and called it quits.
Oh no, do NOT call it quits, because your quilt so far looks absolutely wonderful! I'm glad you asked this question since I'm about to start a sampler quilt where some of the blocks use templates. I, too, have NO experience with the use of templates. I bought this pattern from quiltcampus.com and the only gudance they give is instruction on sewing "Y" seams. No mention about starch. I'm going to keep that starching hint in mind ... will starch the daylights out of my fabric before cutting. Be sure to show us your finished quilt. Nita