English Paper Piecing is
a fun easy way to make complex patch work quilts by hand. You
use precut paper pieces to baste your fabric around. After basting,
the pieces are whip stitched together with the paper inside
to hold the accurate shape. Once a shape is completely surrounded
by other shapes the center paper piece can be popped out and
reused.
One
great thing about English Paper Piecing is that it is very portable.
It is easy to carry a project with you in your purse or a small
bag. You can piece on airplanes, in waiting rooms, at hospitals,
and traveling in the car. My favorite time to paper piece is
during TV time.
The die cut Paper Pieces are reusable.
Quality card stock paper (not freezer paper) allows you to reuse
each piece a number of times.
Would you like to try out English
Paper Piecing? Just send for our sample
kit.
The
size of a shape is determined by the length of its edge, shown
as distance "S" below. This makes matching of shapes
very easy. A 1" hexagon goes with a 1" diamond, which
goes with a 1" triangle, etc.
Tutorials and Tools
Basting
wide corners - The best shape for a beginner is the hexagon
in the 1" to 1-1/2" size.
Check
out out QuiltCampus online EPP workshops for fun projects
to make.
Paper Pieces Patterns
Confetti
A great celebration quilt
for new baby or cherry wall hanging. Click here
for more information.
Hexagon
Beauty
Traditional pattern is
just large enough for those specialty fabrics.
Makes a great wall or doll quilt! Click here
for more information.
Sarah's
Star
Add this quilt to your
holiday decorations or change the fabric for a
quilt you can enjoy all year.
This pieced quilt works equally well as a wall
quilt and as a table topper. Click here
for more information.
Always a favorite! Like
the fabrics of the past, the hexagon continues
to be popular. Click here
for more information.
Karla's
Baskets
Make this stunning quilt
in soft romantic colors or colorful scraps. Sure
to add beauty to any room! Click here
for more information.
Country
Hearts
The quaint country charm
of these hearts will add a warm touch to any room.
A great quilt for someone special or to add that
country touch to any room! Click here
for more information.
Flowers
Through a Window
Create a quilt to match
your favorite garden colors! We have added a few
chrysanthemum plates to the popular Dresden Plate
to create a delightful view of the garden. Click here
for more information.
3
Block Sampler
Three blocks, three different
type of pieces. This favorite allows you
to try out three different patterns and pieces.
Makes a great wall hanging or table runner. Click here
for more information.
Hearts
In Bloom
Combining both pieced
shapes and appliqué, this miniature variation
of the Dresden Plate looks great in a two color
scheme or as a scrap quilt. How does your garden
grow? Click here
for more information.
Hearts
and Flowers
Always a favorite, each
flower in the traditional Grandmother's Flower
Garden is pieced and then appliquéd onto
the background. Looks great in a three color scheme
or as a scrap quilt. This quilt is a great way
to get started! Click here
for more information.
Daisy
Chain
This cheerful quilt is
a combination of our medium chrysanthemum and
16-patch. Designed as a table topper, you
can use it to brighten up your kitchen or a guest
room. Click here
for more information.
Crazy
Pieced Hearts
You will love these 18
crazy pieced hearts! A quick method is used
to create the fabric for your appliquéd
hearts. Let your imagination go wild. Click here
for more information.
Tulip
Cross
A stunning quilt for the
holidays or anytime of the year! Appliqué
leaves form the flowers, leaves on the stems,
and the wandering vine in the border. This quilt
works with any decor. Click here
for more information.
Merry
Christmas to all
A holiday wreath that
stays fresh all season long! This wall hanging
can also be used as a center medallion in a larger
quilt. Click here
for more information.
Free
Projects
Book
Marks - These are fun and easy to make. Great as a gift.
Book
Marks - These are fun and easy to make. Great as a gift.
Ornaments - Decorate the season with these cute ornaments.
Pincushions
- All different sizes and shapes!
Potato
Holder - Keep those finger cool with this easy project.
Pot
Handle Holders - Keep those finger cool with this fun project.
Star
Stuffy - Cute ornament to hang during the holidays.
Fish
Stuffy - Cute toy for the little one.