Paper Piecing the Quiltworx Dresden Plate

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Sew stunning projects in a fraction of the time with Judy Niemeyer-inspired paper-piecing techniques.

Understanding the Quiltworx.com Technique

Meet expert quilter Jackie Kunkel as she highlights the essential skills you’ll learn to accurately paper piece a beautiful Quiltworx Dresden block. Before you start sewing, see how to properly prepare and organize your paper foundation units and template layout sheets. Plus, Jackie shares her must-have supplies.

Preparing the Fabric

Prepare your fabric with Jackie’s time-saving methods! Get step-by-step instruction on using the template layout sheets to cut out and group each of the different units. Along the way, you’ll learn how to use the cutting ruler included with your class materials, and practice freehand cutting curved pieces.

Starting Unit A

Dive into the paper-piecing process by working on your first unit, a lovely fan-shaped design. Jackie details each step of her methodical process, from placing and aligning fabric on the paper foundation units, to chain piecing each section. Worried you’ll make a mistake? Find out a simple trick for quickly ripping out stitches.

Completing Unit A

Put the finishing touches on your first unit by attaching a curved strip of fabric. Jackie demystifies this potentially tricky process, showing you how to sew a simple basting line before placing and stitching the fabric onto the unit. You’ll be amazed by the clean and precise results!

Paper Piecing Units B & C

Apply the paper-piecing techniques you’ve learned so far to create the block’s striking and colorful Dresden blades. In addition, Jackie shows you how to create the centerpiece of the design, a simple block-in-a-block motif.

Unit Layout & Joining Blocks

Once you’ve finished stitching all of your units, it’s time to piece them together. First, discover a simple technique for joining the Dresden blades — you’ll get perfect points every time! Then, learn Jackie’s foolproof method of joining the remaining units to complete this stunning block.

Project Ideas

Get inspired by the versatility of the Dresden plate design. Jackie offers detailed instruction on how to transform your newly finished blocks into a gorgeous wall hanging. Plus, discover a variety of creative ways to incorporate your blocks into decorative throw pillows, a table runner or even a stylish tote bag!