ASSEMBLING THE VILLAGE SIGN Step 1.) Two different sign template diagrams have been provided. The first one is the same as the QuiltersVillage sign. The second diagram is for use when changing the Village name. (Instructions for making a custom sign are included with diagram.) Using template diagram of your choice, trace Village name and scroll designs onto Village sign fabric. We used a permanent, waterproof, pen for this task. However, if you would prefer to embroider the name and scroll designs, lightly trace lines using a marking pencil of your choice. Tip: Use two or three small pieces of double-sided tape to temporarily adhere the fabric to the sign template. This will prevent the fabric from slipping when tracing the designs. Cut out sign using perimeter line as the cutting guide. Step 2.) With right sides together, align "outer edge" strips with sides of sign and sew a 1/4" seam allowance (Diagram 3A). Cut off ends of strips even with sign. Turn raw edge to back and finger press crease (Diagram 3B). With right sides together, align strip with edge of sign on top and bottom. Wrap ends of strip around to back and sew 1/4" through all layers (Diagram 3C). Turn raw edges to back and finger press crease. Using overlay, position sign on quilt top and appliqu>= into place. Diagram 3A Diagram 3B Diagram 3C ASSEMBLING BUSHES Step 3.) Referring to Part Two, Steps 1, 2, and 3, prepare bushes for appliqu>=ing to quilt top. Use "Bushes Template Diagrams" for size and shape and "Bushes Color and Placement Guide" for bush color and location. Tip: Prepare all the bushes and pin into place before appliqu>=ing to quilt top. Use your own creativity to make changes in bush color and placement. SQUARING QUILT TOP Step 4.) In preparation for attaching borders, square the quilt top. Cut a straight edge along one side of the top using rotary cutter (Diagram 4A). Turn quilt around and using ruler(s) as a t-square (a large 45 degree acrylic triangle ruler helps make this part fast and easy), cut the next edge (Diagram 4B). Carefully reposition ruler after the first cut and finish cutting along edge. Turn the quilt and repeat the steps until all sides have been cut and the top is square. Return to Pattern Index