Double Time Quilt Along Week 2
We hope everyone is having fun mixing + matching their fabric pieces!
Here are the steps to help you get started and make the most of Week 2:
- Review the cutting instructions
- Prepare your templates - print out of Double Time Concave & Convex templates at 100%, template plastic/plastic placemat or bristol board, glue stick, paper scissors
- OR Pathways Ruler
- Tools at the ready : Rotary cutter, cutting mat, Frixion marker/marking tool, pins, fabric scissors
- Sewing Machine : thread, washi tape to mark your quarter inch line, optional : quarter inch foot
- Sew A Test Block - check the final measurements, your block should be around 7.5" once sewn
- Continue Cutting Your Concave & Convex pieces out - Once your fabric is cut into the curved components it is very important that you are careful handling them so they don't distort or stretch.
Week 2 Milestone: Make sure you are registered for the Double Time Quilt Along and Post a photo of your test block(s) to Instagram. By sharing, you’ll automatically be entered to win a Week 2 prize! Don't forget to use the hashtag #DoubleTimeQAL & tag @_theworkroom
Karyn will be hosting another Zoom meeting on Sunday November 17 at 9am EST. to review how you did with Week 2. You're invited to join in and participate in a co-working session, ask questions and chat. We'll post the link in the Week 3 email on Friday! Sign-Up to get on the list!
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