So today I bring you an English Paper Piecing Tutorial! One of my long term projects right now is an English Paper Piecing (EPP) project.
I’m so happy to invite you to my first Sew-Along Connecting Hearts. I have wanted to host a sew-along for the longest time but for some reason I held back fearing no one would want to join me, I wa…
New to EPP? Or trying to improve your skills? We've rounded up some of our tips and tricks for English paper piecing.
Crafting Magic Fabric Lookbook Crafting Magic by Maureen Cracknell. Constantly reinventing the boho style, Maureen Cracknell invites you on a magical journey through creative illustrations of majestic creatures, hand-drawn florals, and glistening colors.
Pre-cut paper squares for use in English Paper Piecing.
Jenny Clouston had been making since a young child. Her reward is the process; in the actual doing, creating and stitching.
I recently pulled out my Liberty Stars paper-piecing project to add a few more rows of stars. I started this project 4 years ago during our special stay in England as a family. All of the stars are pieced with beautiful Liberty Lawn fabric. Here’s how it’s grown so far. I love the way Liberty...Read More
13+ quick & easy english paper piecing patterns with EPP tutorials and paper piecing patterns to hand sew with fabric scraps.
To glue or not to glue? That is the EPP basting question. When it comes to basting EPP shapes, there are two primary methods: glue basting and thread basting. While this post is not exhaustive, it's our hope to remove a few barriers that might prevent you from giving it a try, if you have wanted to.
Learn the pros and cons of glue basting and thread basting in English Paper Piecing. Tips and advice for how to pick a basting method for EPP
Welcome to The Maker’s Stash a boutique patchwork shop where you will find everything to do with the gentle craft of English Paper Piecing and Slow Stitching. What is English Paper Piecing? English…
Box pouch pattern - easy technique for two designs.
1/2" jewel paper templates for English paper piecing. Make some heart shapes by combining two templates or combine 6 templates to make jewel flowers as seen in the photos! Make some jewels! Whether you're making some for your next project or just basting some for fun, these jewel paper templates are great to have around the house just in case your inspiration strikes! Choose from a small pack, big pack and acrylic template with a 1/4" seam allowance or a 3/8" seam allowance. Need a different size? Check out our other listings! Happy making! --Please note that this listing is for paper templates only. --
An invisible alternative to ladder and whip stitch when English paper piecing
Spellbound EPP Quilt Pattern by Joanna Marsh
Allmählich habe ich das Gefühl, die große Hitze erweicht mein Gehirn. Trotzdem werde ich versuchen, heute den geplanten Post zusammenzustellen. Mein heutiges Thema: Hexagons in der English Paper Piecing Methode. Wer meinen Blog schon länger verfolgt hat sicher bemerkt, dass ich immer wieder einmal einen Quilt in der Papier-Schablonen-Technik nähe. Heute widme ich mich dem Hexagon oder Sechseck. Den zweiten Quilt in meiner Laufbahn als Quilterin habe ich in dieser Technik genäht und bin ihr seither treu geblieben. Zur Zeit entstehen große Kissen (60 x 60 cm) in allen Farben, dieses hier ist das neueste in der Reihe. Es macht einfach Spaß, gemütlich im Sessel zu sitzen, die Beine hochzulegen und den Stoff über die Schablonen zu heften..... ......und die gehefteten Schablonen zusammenzunähen. Wenn die Schablonen zusammen genäht sind, werden die Heftfäden herausgezogen und die Papierschablonen entfernt. Die Rückseite sieht dann so aus: Die unregelmäßien Ränder schneide ich dann einfach ab. Der Quilt auf dem unteren Foto ist 1991 entstanden und hat eine Größe von 2,52 x 2,28 m. Lange Zeit lag er im Schrank, jetzt darf er mal wieder mein Bett zieren. Im Laufe der Jahre habe ich noch weitere Quilts in unterschiedlichen Farbzusammenstellungen, von ganz Weiß bis ganz Bunt, genäht. Hier noch zwei Detailfotos aus einem Quilt von 1991........... ...........und dem zuletzt entstandenen, siehe hier(klick). Im Internet (bei Pinterest) fand ich einige wunderschöne Beispiele für gekonnte Farb-Kombinationen. Diese Zusammenstellung ist mein absoluter Favorit! Die Stoffe sind der Hammer! via Pinterest Das ist auch eine überaus interssante Variante! Super Idee! via Pinterest Wie die Milchstraße in Rot sieht dieses Muster aus. via Pinterest Dieser Quilt sieht nach einer Möglichkeit aus, wie man sämtliche Stoff-Fleckchen verarbeiten könnte. via Pinterest Auch für Schwarz-Weiß-Fans gibt es eine traumhafte Variante. via Pinterest Und so wird es gemacht: via Pinterest Vielleicht hat ja jemand Lust bekommen, einen Quilt oder wenigstens ein Kissen auf diese Art zu nähen. Für absolute Neulinge gibt es auch jede Menge youtube-Videos, in denen die Technik genauestens erklärt und gezeigt wird. Einfach unter "English Paper Piecing" suchen.
What you'll get: This pack includes (232) 3" triangle paper pieces needed to make the enlarged version of the Hexie Harvest with joining triangles. The Perfect Sampler The Hexie Harvest sampler is the perfect taste tester for quilters wanting to try English Paper Piecing beyond the humble hexagon. If you're anything like me, you'll love just making 7 of each block before moving onto the next one. Better than having to get your head around new instructions for every single block, better than needing to make 100 and getting bored after 10! Quilt Details Finished quilt with Triangle joiners: 58" x 62" (same blocks, just with 3" triangles between) I LOVE letting you choose the best way to build your EPP bundles! Perhaps you prefer to hand-piece, or you rarely use acrylic templates. That's why I sell the Pattern, Paper Pieces, and Acrylic Templates separately. Find the listings for these individual items here! Photo with blocks labelled by Karen @piecesofcontentment
Find free English paper piecing patterns and English paper piecing templates using hexagon paper piecing along with many other creative shapes.
Make a handsewn hexie coaster with this simple english paper piecing tutorial. Perfect fabric scrap project, no sewing machine required.
Summer sewing including a new English Paper Piecing project, finishing up a sampler quilt ready for the longarm quilter.
Use bits of scraps and or precious pieces of your most darling fabrics to create gorgeous English Paper Pieced Quilts. Hand stitching is wonderfully portable, so if you want to to stitch on the go, this may be just the technique for you! PS This post is part of the Summer Stash Busting Challenge--
I fondly remember receiving Karen’s (aka The DIY Addict) direct message on Instagram about her templates. And feeling completely honoured that she reached out to me. Wanting to help her o…
Have you always wanted to learn how to do English Paper Piecing or better your skills?Join Cheryl the first Wednesday of the month for our English Paper Piecing Club. Work on your own project or join Cheryl and other members working on the new Tula Pink Queen of Diamonds project.Cheryl has a true love of not only Tula Pink fabric and designs but English Paper Piecing and will share that love with you (and probably a whole bunch more) as you work on whatever project you wish to work on. For the new EPPer, Cheryl will begin with the basics and you will either work on the quilt or whatever other EPP project in class and at home. Each session will offer tips, tricks and techniques to increase your stitching skills. All needed supplies will be available in the shop. Date: 1st Wednesday of the month Time: 10:30am - 2:30Skill Level: BeginnerFee: $20 per session Receive a 20% discount on any regular priced merchandise purchases during club meetings.
Butterfly EPP pattern is designed by Laurel of PorcupineSews Threads. •Butterfly EPP is an english paper pieced pattern for the ambitious quilter. •Pattern assumes that the maker has basic piecing and English paper piecing knowledge. *Print and cut out pattern. *Work in small pieces at a time. *Small fabric scraps, needle, and thread are needed. ABOUT THE PDF PATTERN: This is a PDF instant download at checkout PDF can be viewed on your device or printed as 8.5inx11in Limited number of downloads so please save to your device Pattern is one person use. Do not copy, sell or distribute without written consent. License to sell: You may sell the items you have made using this pattern as a small independent seller. Please credit the pattern design as PS Threads.
Box pouch pattern - easy technique for two designs.
You've got needles, thread, scissors, and fabric ready to make a beautiful quilt. But does the paper you use for your English paper pieces matter? I think so! In choosing paper for Tales of Cloth, I considered thickness, sustainability, durability, and manufacturing practices. Read on to learn more!
English Paper Piecing is a mindful, relaxing craft. Learn to sew an English Paper Pieced zipper pouch with Carolina's book.
Do you love English Paper Piecing (EPP) AND a quick finish? Then this free EPP "Plus Needle Book" pattern is just for you! Small, quick, and beginner friendly, it's the perfect gift for quilting friends, swaps, or to keep for yourself. Read more to have the pattern delivered straight to your inbox!
Lately it seems as if everyone is always on the go and crunched for time, trying to fit in a little sewing between finishing work and making dinner or while waiting in the doctor's office or at the bank. Maybe that's why portable handwork has become so popular again—from wool appliqué to English paper piecing hexies, there's a huge variety of options that just cry out to be brought along everywhere and sewn in small bits. And crazy quilting is no exception! You can easily lose yourself in the sumptuous stitches and enjoyable embellishment of a crazy-quilting project, escaping from the stress of your daily life, if only for a short time. Never tried crazy quilting before? The best book to start with, hands-down, is Judith Baker Montano's The Crazy Quilt Handbook. It covers all the embroidery and silk-ribbon stitches you want to know, as well as piecing, appliqué, choosing fabric and colors, beading, dyeing, and so much more! Plus, there are twelve projects perfectly sized for portability. Let Judith's expertise introduce you to the absorbing world of crazy quilting! Follow my blog with Bloglovin
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Happy Wednesday! I'm excited to share my next project made with the new Cricut Maker*. Find my review of this machine from last week here. This post is sponsored by Cricut*, all opinions, images and text are my own. I've used affiliate links in this post (noted with an *), which means if you click through and buy something, I make a commission, at no extra cost to you. After spending some time with the machine, I got to thinking how perfect it would be for working on English paper piecing (EPP) projects! I could have the machine cut both the paper templates and cut the fabric pieces to size. I know there are a lot of ready-made paper pieces available now, but I had a lot of fun coming up with my own design to make an iPad case a few years back (see that post here). The downside to making something unique is having to cut out all the pieces. Enter the Cricut Maker*! I was glad to finally have an excuse to cut into some prints from Daisy Chain by Annabel Wrigley* for this project. If you're new to English paper piecing, I highly recommend All Points Patchwork by Diane Gilleland*. It's a great resource, especially if you're interested in designing your own blocks! Again, I made a video showing how I uploaded the images that I used (available for you to download below), cut the paper pieces and fabric pieces from start to finish. Materials Needed for EPP Block: - 3 fat quarters quilting cotton - Medium-weight cardstock (11"x11" sheet, or two 8.5"x11" sheets) - Coordinating thread - Hand stitching needle 1. Download the image files for this project: Paper Diamond Template and Fabric Diamond Template. 2. Using the Cricut Maker* machine, cut out 30 paper diamonds. From two fabrics, cut 12 diamonds each. From the third fabric, cut 6 diamonds. (Here is the tool set* I was using in the video.) 3. Baste diamonds using your preferred method. I hand stitch my fabrics in place, going through the paper. You could also use a glue pen! 4. Arrange your basted diamonds using the photo above as a guide. 5. Begin hand stitching your diamonds together. I use a simple whip stitch, but feel free to use whatever hand stitch you're comfortable with, just be sure not to stitch through the paper templates. 6. Press block well from both the front and back. Snip basting threads and gently remove papers. Give the block another good press. 7. Make more blocks for an entire quilt (with additional pieces in between motifs for filler, or applique block onto a bag, pillow, or even a dishtowel! My favorite attachment method is a simple top stitch along the outer edges of the block. Here are a few ideas for what to make with your block: I used my block to spruce up a simple Lined Drawstring Bag! This is the Artist size bag. (pattern) I love using applique blocks on pouches, like this one I use for embroidery projects. Make a few and stitch them onto a big pillow. Or, make a bold and colorful dishtowel! (tutorial) Happy Quilting!
Vesta Row of the Month is a foundation paper pieced and appliquéd quilt pattern! The instructions include both raw edge and freezer paper instructions for appliqué so it can be as quick or as involved as you would like. Each row is (5) 9" on-point blocks. The Vesta Welcome Pack will be downloadable for you immediately after purchase. Kits for Vesta are available at the following shops: Sewtopia (US), Tacoma Fabric Company (US), The Nerdy Quilter (US), Piece Fabric Co. (Canada), and Floyd the Fox (EU). Here's what to expect after purchase: Vesta is available to color on QuiltInk! Access to the private Community. On the 1st of each month, the block instructions PDF will be available in the membership, along with an assembly video. I will also send a reminder email. The project begins April 1st, 2024 and ends March 2025, but one can join the quilt-along at any time. The finished quilt is approximately 64" x 76". Note: Cost is a one time cost. You are not signing up for a subscription.
A functional, folding travel case for all your sewing essentials! Opens flat to reveal a handy workstation complete with neat storage for an 8" cutting mat. Includes a zippered vinyl pocket, divided pocket for scissors and pens and hidden needle keep for quick reach. Folds flat for easy storage with elasticated strap for on-the-go-sewing! This is the ultimate English Paper Piecing workstation designed by Jessie Fincham.
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How To Hexi / English Paper Pieced (EEP) Hexies Tutorial and Pattern
Swallow Tattoo EPP English Paper Piecing - Digital Pattern designed by Dear Stirling Is it EPP? Is it a puzzle? Is it a fabric colouring book? Is it textile art? You decide! Try a new twist on EPP with CURVES! - Swallow Tattoo is an english paper pieced pattern for adventurous needle craft makers. - Pattern assumes knowledge of English Paper Piecing practices (flat-back stitch recommended) - Print and cut out each template pattern. **Downloadable PDF Pattern** - No physical product will be sent. This pattern could also be used for but not limited to: Embroidery, Cross stitch, Applique, Quilting. Required Materials: - Quilting Cotton (scrap sizes) - Needle and Thread - Print capabilities - Fabric Glue Stick recommended Finished Size: approximately 6.25" x 6.25" or 8” x 8”, optional 12" hexie or 12" square finish. About the PDF Pattern: Skill level: Adventurous intermediate. The curved piecing may seem a challenge, but I know you can do it! If you have done EPP before and are feeling adventurous, this is the perfect project to try! This quilt piece is English Paper Pieced (EPP) meaning it is sewn together by hand using paper pieces wrapped in fabric. Pattern assumes EPP knowledge and comfort or willingness to try flat-back stitch. Pattern includes basic instructions, suggested assembly order, tips, pattern, and colouring sheet. **Updated Pattern Oct 2022 - Now includes 2 sizes, and background pieces to create hexagons or squares for easy incorporation into larger projects!!** **Downloadable PDF** This listing is for a digital PDF file and will be immediately available after your purchase is complete. Nothing will be shipped to you. Please save the PDF to your device. The pattern is formatted to print on 8.5"x11" paper. It includes a printable pieces pattern for you to print and cut out at home. Does not include any physical papers or templates. Limited number of downloads through Etsy so please save to your device. I would love to see our version of the EPP! Use the hashtag #epptwist and #swallowtattooepp and tag me on social media @dear.stirling ! ©Dear Stirling, All Rights Reserved. My original design artwork, photography and writings are my intellectual property. Please be mindful. Please do not copy. Please do not distribute. For personal use only. Purchasing this pattern permits the buyer to make and sell on a small scale.
All the info on my latest Paper Kites project. Lots of pics included!
