Originally Posted by
dunster
I usually cut everything at once, at least for the blocks. The plan for sashing or borders might change before I'm done. If I'm using a pattern, I double check the directions first.
Same for me. However, for the first time in my quilting history, I jumped ahead in a Doug Leko pattern to cut and assemble the focus blocks (star blocks) from two layer cakes and when I went back around to cut the other pieces, discovered I had not cut the 10” squares according to the pattern so I had to purchase additional fabric. The worst part is that the two layer cakes have been in my stash for years so I could no longer find coordinating fabric and had to try to match the best I could. Like Dunster said, check the directions first. : 0