I am going to look for a 1/4 foot! Yes, Gale is right...the fabric strip covers up the plate whichever way I turn it. And I discovered the hard way that I need the foundation strip! I did try sewing the first pieces together and the result was...not good. Rip!! So, the muslin strip helps though it's in the way! I think these fabrics, being knit, and even though they are stabilized are stretchier than starched cotton.

I don't want to ever touch knit fabric again after this quilt!!

This will be an adorable quilt when you get it finished even with the problems you've had!

Ah knit fabric. That explains a lot. I think if I made one with knits (which I will be-ds wants a tshirt quilt for his bed) I would use a lightweight fusible interfacing on the back.

If your keys are cut to size, and you have the first one on, it shouldn't be hard to sew the next one down. Just line the edge up and use a consistent seam allowance. It doesn't need to be perfect. Nobody will measure if the keys are identical.

sounds like you could use the arm that fits into a walking foot to enable you to space your seams evenly...do you have one of those? it's a weird looking "L" shaped piece of metal that fits in to the back of the walking foot and slides side to side to set the distance from the previous seam.

Thanks, everyone. Yes, Gale, every little piece has fusible interfacing--another fun step!!

You have done a wonderful job!!! Its going to be worth all the trouble its been.

In spite of all the problems this quilt has given you it is sure cute. I can't wait to see it with the borders.

Thank you! I was fussing, but I'm enjoying it!