I finally started the Craftsy Machine Embroidered Quilt but already have run into a couple of issues. You were kind enough to answer my post last year when I inquired about the class. I have posted questions on the class but it seems Eileen may no longer be actively involved in answering.

My first issue I ran into was the Top Border piece. The Split Hour Glass block is bigger than the Hourglass one. How did you fix so the blocks would be even? I matched the bottom of each block but did you cut off the top of the Split Hourglass one so it would be even with the Hourglass block?

Next issue I have is trimming the Border where you do the double applique. Since we trim the other blocks using the feathers as a guide, how did you do the Border strip? I checked her video but can't find where she addresses how to trim that piece.

I am not putting the backing on as I do the pieces. I'll add a backing once the front is pieced together. I am using sashing strips for the front only.

Thank you for any advice you can provide. I think I have the rest of the blocks figured out but these 2 were the first hiccup I ran into.