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As some of you know, last year I was a seminary teacher and that took up most of my time, either preparing lessons or tyring to catch up on sleep. Well, now that is over and our move is over, so it is time to start designing again. I have 28 temples left. My goal is one a day and that should get me done by the end of this month. I am going alphabetical. (Notice Aba Nigera.)I am also working on a new website format. Cross your fingers on that one. I hope it will make everything easier to find. Stay turned, let see how I do!

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Aba, Nigeria

Aba Nigeria Temple
12 x 12 - $8.95
Aba NigeriaTemple pdf file
12 x 12 - $8.95
Aba Nigeria Temple
24 x 24 - $10.95
Aba Nigeria Temple pdf file
24 x 24 - $10.95

Pdf files are here. But note they will be sent once I open the email showing receipt of payment, not as an instant download. I am looking into that. Pdf files will not be charged shipping cost. For more details click here.


Notice on Pattern Reversals

In 5 years of designing and producing hundreds of patterns, I have now had two complaints on the reversals of the patterns and unit piece charts. (I hope there isn't more.) The first, I thought, was a one time thing. The second makes me think we need more explanation. So, let me explain!

The very nature of paper/foundation piecing includes the reversal of the pattern. But if you have not paper pieced before or a lot, you may not realize that the patterns are reversed. They are reversed simply because you sew the fabric on the backside of the pattern piece. This is necessary because you need to see the lines printed on the paper as you sew.

I include in my patterns a unit piece chart, which is also a mirror image of the finished project. When you lay out the pattern pieces, you should lay them out printed side up, and fabric side down as the unit piece chart shows. You can sew it in any order you want. But, I do include a suggested sewing order on the temple instruction sheet. If this order is followed, there should be no mistakes. I guarantee it, money back.

I have racked my brain and the only thing I can figure out is that these two quilters have arranged the pieces according the to unit piece chart with the fabric side up. That would have them finished with a big mess or, at the very least, a reversed project. I often tell the quilters I teach, you have to learn to think backwards in order to paper piece. I have tried to make it easier for people by including the unit piece chart and the step-by-step instructions. I hope it is helping, maybe not. Please, when it doubt, please take the time to read the instructions.

Kay

July 2009


Recent Patterns:
Return with Honor
Papeete Tahiti
Suva Fiji
Sacramento
Madrid
Simple Outlines
New Atlanta
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