Here is the new discussion page for blocks 3 & 4. Enjoy
Muriel

I found that templats 6 and 9 for the basket block from the ones I downloaded were off. But, the ones are the cd were perfect. I saw a few others had this problem also.

Anyone else have this problem, try printing them from the cd instead.

I'm going to redo my basket. I tried to machine applique it and killed it, LOL!

templates from the DOWNLOAD 4 and 7 are not correct.
4 should be a square of the same width as the wrong template, and 7... I dont really know how much I trimmed off, I lined up the point side, stitched it across and trimmed off the extra, about 1/4 of an inch or a little more.

you can look at the other template pages to find one the correct size instead of printing again.

Template #3 for Attic Windows is the same template you need to use for what is showing as #7 for the Basket.

I copied the templates from the multi page download.

I made the rectangles 1 1/2 " for the Basket Weave. Even tho I was really careful, I had to do some innovative trimming and use some scant 1/4" seams. It came out fine.

Hi, I rechecked Templates # 3 and #7 just to make sure and they are NOT the same size. In the blocks you are looking at it may appear to be the same size but they are not the same size. The short sides of both triangles butt up to different sized squares.

Which download are you referring to?

the download from Lauries blog, each page with all of the templates for each block.

that is what I printed out thinking would be easier than the cd... boy was I wrong!

Thank You for the info :D

I am posting this here, being this is the now current discussion page for those who are no longer watching week 1.

Patrice,
Thank you for your comments I hope that clears some of the confusion.
Kathleen, I do realize there seems to be a lot of pages here but if you will look they will say Week 1, Blocks 1&2, Week 2 Blocks 3&4 etc., same for the discussion pages, Week 1, blocks 1&2 etc. The reason for this is because if we don't separate them each week then down the road you would have to sort through 100's of pages to find 1 block pattern or 1 specific comment, so this may seem confusing at the moment but when you consider this project will probably be on going for a year or more it really is less so in the long term.

Also I was looking at the activity page that Norbana has created, we now have 50 participants whom have p.m'd their name, state to her to add so we can have an idea who is working along with us. I know there are many more, but again this information is totally volunteer its just fun to be able to glance and see howmany are here. If you have made your choices you might also want to add what fabrics you are using for your quilt.
Wow Q-Bird, you truly are ahead of the game here. I briefly discussed with Norbana about having participants post when they met certain milestones like 10, 25, 50 etc. and we're trying to think of a way we can like add a gold star to their screen name or signature line or something. I'm not sure yet but obviously you've blown the first one out of the water and pretty darn near the 25 mark. Way to go....
perhaps you could post a group picture for us to see even tho most of us are not so motivated....

The poll/vote page will be up sometime over the weekend for
Name the FAQ column.
Muriel

I've been thinking....uhoh! Look out!......seriously, though. Am I going wrong using colorful, bright fabrics?

I think I am going to go with my plan of making 2 of each block. One colorful, one more "subdued".

Then when, I'm done I'm going to mix them all up, LOL!

Hi Stef---I'm going to make up some blocks using Moda's Sanctuary and some of the other similar lines that kind of go with it. See how they turn out. I have some of the Maypole line but I don't think I have enough. Back to the cutting mat.

Let's try this again:

Template # 3 from Attic Windows is interchangeable with template #7 of Basket. I held the two printed pattern sheets up to the light and they were right on the mark. If someone chooses to interchange them that would be ok.

However, template #7, the triangle, did not work for me when making the Basket so I used template #4, the triangle, which is on the printed sheet for Basket and my block came out fine.
You will also note that template #4, the square, is not printed on the sheet for Basket, but is shown on page 130 in the book. Template #4 the square, on page #129, Autumn Tints, can be used for Basket.

Hope this helps. Sorry if I was not to show printed pattern. Admin can delete if I wasn't.

I have to apologize for thinking you were confused. I remember going thru the same confusion when I saw that and then finally gave up and figured someone from the Yahoo group would address this. I had forgotten about that boo boo. I think you have discovered a very confusing mistake. When I did the rotary cutting figuring out I didn't refer to the templates. I can figure out alot of them by just looking at the block. and I saw that in the book T #4 is a square not a triangle. You have spent alot of time trying to figure this out. you poor thing. Now I feel bad for not bringing this up to the board before. I just totally forgot. Well, you did great and the block looks great too!!!

It's ok. I have a mental block sometimes due to a long ago head injury and at times it just takes me a little longer to figure something out. It's not that I won't ask for help, but sometimes I just remember better if I do it my way. Then trying to explain it, well it doesn't come out like it should. No problem.
I know this is going to confuse alot of folks. I hope they ask questions until they get it too.

I can't imagine how hard it would be to keep track of all this while writing the book. Yikes!

This is exactly what I was talking about. I'm glad you posted alll this! I have to redo my basket block, as I butchered it trying to applique the handle, LOL. The first one was a pain in the butt trying to figure it out, and actually I think it was a pm from you that finally helped me do it.

This is much easier, though, thanks!

Hi, You are correct!!!

The FWS website has all the templates on one page .

Block #3 --- template # 4 should be marked #7.

Template # 7 is not marked correctly. I haven't researched which # it should be.

Now the Book/listed 1st Edition:

Template #4 is a 2" square which includes the 1/4" seam allowance.
This template is not included in the printout from the FWS website on either of the 2 pages for Block # 3.

Templates #7 in the book are correct but it doesn't match the size of template #7 on the printout from the FWS website.

If you aren't confused yet--you should be.

Yep, I have the First Edition that has some corrections which other First Editions don't. Doesn't make sense to me. Anyway, will be interesting to see what comes of #7.
I won't fret about it. I am just doing block by block and if it isn't right, I will research it and post.
Glad we can help each other out.

Wow, no wonder my basket block didn't turn out last night when I made it....lol, I thought it was because I was trying to work on it while watching the finals for "So You Think You Can Dance"....
I have to make it completely over as my bottom half of my basket was at least 1/4 inch over on each side which meant I totally lost the points ofcourse when trimming it down.
I will try again.
I did get block 4 done, I did it first as I was nervous after all the comments about the basket.
Muriel

Hi from North/Central West Virginia. I am an avid cat fan; we have 3 and enjoy the heck out of them. I would really, really, really like to know where I can get the pattern for the cat quilt you have in your picture. Apologies to you others as I couldn't figure out how to send her a private message.

FUI and future use if you scan to the top of the page you will see where it says, home, chat ets. there is one that says user list, click there, then type in the persons board name that you want to contact, it will take you their profile and you can p.m. them from there. Another way is if click on the persons name above their avatar it will also take you to their profile.

You can find a free pattern online just type in "KoolKatz" and there is a free pfd download.
Muriel

I must have done the same. Thought I had switched them out. It's an easy redo though. After making dozens of them a while back, I just completely space out at the thought of a basket. Good times.

Does anyone else glue their applique edges? My grandmother would not approve but it makes my life easier. :0D

Hi There All of You, I do not like to hand applique so I took the easy way out and used fusible web to iron on my handle. Now I have to machine applique it which is just as horrible for me to do. Ughhhh!!

I love fusible! I use it for all kinds of projects.

I just added a .pdf version of Stefanib's chart showing the total number of times each template is used and the blocks in which they are used.

It's attached to the announcement topic.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-57733-1.htm

Thanks again, Stefanib! :thumbup:

I'm just thinking out loud. Last night as I was sewing and checking the block--I wished I had made a plastic template of some of the paper ones. I would make a hole somewhere on the template and string a bunch of them up numerically so I could just flip thru them to find the one I need for reference. Better yet--make a large triangle and then draw smaller ones on it in the sizes you want. mark the dimensions on the seam allowance. You would then just lay it on the block to see if it needs adjusting. This could be done on all the shapes. what do you think? Should I waste my time and plastic?

Are there rotary directions for block 3 and 4?

Whoops, I found them.

Please note::: Template #4 is a 2" square.

This is why I made that chart. So, I could know which ones would be worth making in plastic and which aren't.

Some like 1, 3, 4, 7 etc. you will use 100 times or more! Some you will only use once.

For squaring up, I have a square ruler like this one:
http://www.amazon.com/1071798-Square...1892200&sr=8-1

I bought a bunch of see through square rulers back when I was doing Dear Jane. Thought they'd come in handy some day.

Hi Pookie. I must have 30 rulers all sorts. for some reason or other I end up with a little piece of cardboard that I can hold in my hand. I find it thinner and easier to manipulate then the hard acrylic. anne

After blocks # 5-8, I will more than likely be a slacker with school starting. Anyway, 5-8 are done and waiting to be shown. Now to bed-school tom. :cry:

Thanks, I really need this. I have one ruler that is 24 inches, that is really a pain for these little blocks.

Do you have a picture of the square you refer to? I also have several acrylic rulers, all of which I use and really like, but I haven't found a good "squaring up" tool so any suggestions are appreciated. Thank to all of you for your suggestions.

I think I might "cheat" with my square up block. I can't go out to get another ruler right now, but have grided template plastic that I think I will just cut down to the size I need. Do you guys think that would work?

I'm generally a piece making quilter so using templates is different for me and I'm finding I really enjoy it. It takes more time to quilt via template but I'm discovering I'm much more accurate this way.

I'm going to try the paper-piecing method during this journey also. Every opportunity to learn something new should be taken!

PJL I'm using templates and enjoying quilting this way also. My blocks are coming out more accurate. When I first started quilting (many moons ago) I learned using templates. As for paper piecing, never done it; want to try but since templates are working I'll stick with that method. Good luck with paper piecing.

I am in the slacker club this week

Well not totally I have the blocks done but I have not put the handle on the basket.
I keep procrastinating on that. Hmmm wonder why lolol
I will get pictures up before tomorrow with or with out the handle.

I told myself I would not be a slacker in the project and now only the second week in and I am opening the door tot he club

Hey you slacker ladies push me out dont let me enter

All you over achievers pull me back

A piece of cardboard and your blocks come out perfect. I'm buying all kinds of gadgets, and I still have a hard time. But, its getting better. I just love those who can manufacture their own gadgets - that work!

Kookie