Originally Posted by
Tartan
I like to cut coloured construction paper into the pieces without seam allowances and put them together like a puzzle. A little scotch tape and I can construct the block to see how it looks.
I have done this, too, and then used the paper to make a template. I have also used construction paper and tape to make a strip set to try out a new technique (I didn't want to purchase an expensive ruler, so was experimenting). That way I could make sure I was cutting at the right angles and that my strips were wide enough.