Quick & Easy English Paper Piecing
Take a tour through time-saving English paper-piecing techniques, and learn why this portable process has become a quilting craze!
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Take a tour through time-saving English paper-piecing techniques, and learn why this portable process has become a quilting craze!
Introduction to English Paper Piecing
Meet pattern designer Helen Stubbings. Helen kicks off the class with an overview of English paper-piecing basics and walks you through the process of creating hexagons. Plus, she shares the simple material that makes this technique faster than ever.
Stitching Shapes Together
It’s time to start stitching! Armed with the best needle and thread for the job, you’ll learn professional tips for joining your hexagons together. And, find out how to make the perfect whipstitch, which you’ll use to stitch all of your shapes.
Applying Shapes to a Background
After you’ve joined your hexagons, Helen shows you how to apply them to background fabric using an appliqué stitch. You’ll also learn how to turn a cluster of hexies into a versatile fabric panel.
Exploring Other Shapes
Translate your newfound mastery of hexagons into other shapes, such as pentagons, diamonds and honeycombs. Combine these shapes in interesting ways to create beautiful blocks, and use Helen’s tips to hide unwanted tails.
Working With Curves
Curves can be tricky, but Helen helps you discover how fun it can be to work with clamshell and apple-core shapes that add an element of fun to any quilt. And, you’ll find out how to avoid puckers and gaps as you glue and stitch around each curve.
English Paper Piecing by Machine
Have a project in mind, but limited time? Never fear! Helen shares methods for stitching by machine to expedite the process without sacrificing careful, consistent stitches. You’ll finish the class with a gorgeous sampler and a new bag of tricks for limitless English paper-piecing projects!
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