here's a closer look at the backdrop construction. A night sky backdrop for my Christmas layout has been on my to-do list for several years. I wanted to incorporate the look of a quilt and star elements to give this a really custom and cozy look. I think that it will look fantastic when the layout is finished and the backdrop is lit only by the lights of the Christmas tree.
the first step is to mark the vertical lines with a level while the foam is attached to the table. I make a few other reference marks then remove the foam and place on a table. Then, I map out 4" squares. Then, I sketch the quilt pattern.
