When you have a pattern to cut out of plastic canavs it is a good move to plan out the pattern first and make sure you have enough canvas for it. Lay out the pattern on the canvas using a dry erase marker or a crayon. They are both easy to come off with a baby wipe. Then follow the pattern square by square and make sure you cut off the nubs so they dont snag the yarn you use. Make sure the crayon or marker is wiped off thoroughly or it will transfer to the color of yarn. Any other questions feel free to ask me about it I will help as best as i can.