Faster facets

It works. The idea I had yesterday regarding a quicker method of piecing the painting rags onto the pattern is very efficient and effective. This is how I did it:

I drew an outline of the shapes I saw in the reference image.

I made another pattern piece and traced the shapes on them. When I cut out the second piece I made sure to leave about 5mm seam allowance around the edges.

I cut along the black lines on one of the pattern pieces. Then I placed each individual piece on a painting rag, traced around it in pencil then cut it out leaving approx. 5mm seam allowance.

I’ve stitched a few on. Works a treat!

Observations from this method:

• Using a ruler when I draw the pencil lines will be faster and easier. The pencil currently pulls the fabric too much but a ruler would hold the fabric down.

• I’m remembering more of my method of making another fabric diamond years ago. I’ll have to show it to you, I’m very proud of it.

I’m very happy with this method. I’m excited to keep going.