Ok, I did an experiment yesterday......found my diamond template/ruler, used the $ store flexi cutting sheets( thanks to whomever here for that info), and cut 6 plastic patis 2" diamonds...then did the same with cardstock( paper piece), then cut the fab pieces.......and proceeded to assemble. I am now convinced I will invest in the PaperPieces/glue baste method- easier, faster than thread basting,and so much easier to sew pieces together.........my challenge is going to be sewing that center right when joining the two halves.....will watch Sue Davey tute...she's great.....now I wish my GO had a die for cutting fab....oh well will buy the acrylic template from PaperPieces.com too......