A few weeks ago I asked for advice on the board about templates. This pattern is called the Big Dipper by Lynda Hall. I was so frustrated with the outcome (highly unacceptable to me) so I decided to ask for help on the board. Thanks to everyone who could enlighten me on my inexperience with templates. The first photo is my improved knowledge (still somewhat imperfect) and the second and third are my first try. I hope when I quilt the top all of my mistakes disappear LOL I doubt it.!!