Foundation Paper Piecing Essentials

Class Preview

Find out how easy and fun Foundation Paper Piecing can be! Instructor Laura Roberts is ready to show you why this has become her favorite technique and demonstrates everything you need to know to get you started on your next project. Have you tried paper piecing before, but it didn’t work out how you wanted? Don’t worry Laura will show you step by step how this too can become one of your favorite techniques! In this class, you’ll learn how easy paper piecing can be if you have the right tools and techniques. Having the right tools can make a big difference in your success and Laura will share with you which products she recommends. Laura will also go over what to look for when picking a pattern as well as how to read that pattern and finally cutting your patches, piecing them together and completing a block. You will be well on your way to completing an entire quilt using this technique. If you are looking for something quick, want to create perfect points or you just don’t piece very well this is a technique to try! Working on foundation paper piecing not only adds something unique to each quilt, it allows for more accuracy and even allows you to create the perfect point. Laura will even show you how to create your very own foundations and paper piecing patterns! Included with this class are full instructions to make Laura’s Nile Flowers Quilt along with a supply list and Class Resource with some of Laura’s favorite designers. After taking this class you will walk away ready to use Foundation Paper Piecing in every day projects!

Session 1: When to Use Foundation Paper Piecing

Foundation Paper Piecing is a great way to add a little something special to your quilts. This technique will help with accuracy and getting those nice, clean points. Laura will get you started by showing you a variety of ways you can use paper piecing, when you should use it, and what materials you will need.

Session 2: Materials Needed

Now that you’ve gotten your materials, it’s time to pick a project! When looking to choose a pattern, it’s best to look at something in your skill level, and Laura will show you how to distinguish just that. You will also get to prep your foundation, getting tips on how to keep your block perfect.

Session 3: Getting Started

There are a variety of ways to start Foundation Paper Piecing. In this session, Laura will get started by showing you great tips on cutting patches in a few different ways. From foundation paper to perforation, you will be able to pick the technique that works best for you!

Session 4: Playing with Fabric & Sewing Units

This session is all about how to sew your fabric pieces together to create a block. Laura uses perforation for her block pieces and shows you just how easy it can be. She will show you how to piece together different fabrics, and what to do when you don’t have a perfect cut.

Session 5: Completing the Block

Now that you’ve learned to create a block, this session is all about piecing your blocks together. Laura will give you tips on getting the foundation paper off of the fabric, and great techniques to make sewing your blocks easy and quick.

Session 6: Flying Geese

You have learned the techniques to foundation paper piecing, so it’s time to show you a specific style. This session is all about how to create paper pieced flying geese. Laura will take you step-by-step through the best tips to perfect piecing.

Session 7: Creating Your Own Paper Pieced Pattern

Not comfortable piecing or want to branch out with your own patterns? Laura takes you through how to make your own foundation patterns. From how to draft the foundation by finding the units, to creating a pattern based on your skill level, you are sure to find the project you are looking for.

Session 8: Paper Piecing Resources

There are many different places to find patterns and information, and Laura will share her favorites with you!

Meet Your Instructor

Learn more about your instructor, Laura Stone Roberts.