Shop our wide assortment of best selling books with free shipping. English paper piecing, the creation of a quilt block or entire quilt using fabric wrapped around paper patterns, is a terrific skill to add to any quilters box of tools. As ive been good and finished the english paper piecing on my ballet with kaffe quilt from book 2 photo above, i rushed out and ordered some templates for two of the quilts in book 4. I figured that to make the size quilt that i would like full sized i will. English paper piecing isnt just for hexagons aqs blog. After youve printed out the templates, you can get to work on this super quick project and have a whole. Learn how to english paper piece hexagon basics youtube. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Great detailed directions for making pieced hexies with lots of ideas to get you started on a project. The idea of stitching bits of fabric over the paper templates sounded so utterly relaxing. Historically the technique originated in england in the 1700s and was brought to the united states out of popularity and necessity. Print patterns in minutes with the easytouse cdrom.
All points patchwork is like an extensive technique manual, a resource to help you dream up thousands of different english paper pieced projects. I am working on a medallion for my brit quilt partner and tessellations ii for me. This classic technique used for grandmothers flower garden quilts by using paper hexagons as a foundation. Advanced paper piecing color girl quilts by sharon mcconnell. Buying brigitte giblins book changed the way i view epp. Flickr is almost certainly the best online photo management and sharing application in the world. Beautiful english paperpiecing designs categorized by shape. Making little hexagons for a future quilt pattern can be a smart way to use up scrap fabric too.
This book will guide crafters through all the steps of english paper piecing, starting with the basics. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Consider printing out this tutorial and keeping it onhand for future projects. I was determined to make a grandmothers flower garden quilt for my girls to share. I picked up some 1 12 hexagon papers from paper pieces and started using all of my favorite cutesy fabrics from my stash. Post questions, project feedback, and pictures of your progress. The book covers creating a travel tool kit, and i was inspired to make a hexie pouch to store those items. You probably know all about english paper piecing epp in terms of hexies, but dianes book teaches you how to do this technique with diamonds, triangles, octagons, pentagons, curvededge. Timeless treasures paper piecing with jessica alexandrakis. If youre someone who learns best by watching, rather than photos in a book, then this video is perfect for you.
Get your confidence as you piece together small projects with as few as paper pieces. I love this patten because its interlocking rings made from squares, triangles and. I dont know about you, but every time i want to do some epp i either cant find any papers or i seem to reinvent the wheel when it comes to making my templates. Welcome to our english paper piecing patterns page where we offer a selection of the most popular patterns ranging in skill level from beginner to advance excellent for a quilter looking to start their first project or an advanced epper looking for a more advanced pattern. Not only did the pioneer woman use this technique to create much needed bedding for the long journey ahead but they helped document the story of these times. I am currently making a hexagon quilt not from this book and can only be amazed at the work that has gone into producing the quilts in this book. English paper pieced hexie dilly bag pdf pattern create a vintage or modernstyle dilly bag to carry and store your sewing, embroidery, crochet, or knitting tools and projects.
Readers will work their way through the humble hexagon. There is also an english paper piecing group on flickr where i found this wonderful link to a picture tutorial by sunshine creationss vintage threads. They are great weekend projects to use up your quilting scraps. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the new hexagon.
How to make your own english paper piecing papers gnomeangel. Pieced hexies a new tradition in english paper piecing by mickey depre, 9781604602784, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. I made these hexies are from mickey depres book pieced hexies. I found ideas on mickey depres website also, after recieving the book. See more ideas about hexagon quilt, english paper piecing and paper piecing. English paper piecing epp is a traditional method of sewing that can be traced as far back as the late 1700s in the us history books. Make one for yourself, make them for friends, the costal minis line is perfect for small english paper pieced shapes and fussy cutting. The book will be featured on the quilt show beginning sept 29, 2014. Paper piecing products paper piecing patterns stars. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. English paper piecing english paper pieced quilts have been found dating back as far as the early 1700s.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Traditional methods meet dramatic flair to create a lasting impression in this hexie collection. English paper piecing epp, also known as mosaic piecing or mosaic patchwork, is a method of hand piecing using paper templates to stabilize fabric. Im going to show you how to make the paper pieces needed to make the spring carnival epp pattern. For any epp blocks that will be bordered or machine stitched to another block in a quilt, leave an extra 38.
This method is a hand sewing technique, used to maximize accuracy. Getting started with your first english paper piecing pattern. Not just hexies book on contemporary english paper pieced. I have gone through my papers, and traced and cut more papers to do more hexis, but my question is. Get your quilting fix on the go with part 3 of my english paper piecing tutorial series. Welcome to my stop on the tutorial blog hop organized by amy smart of diary of a quilter. Press the template in place glue side down on the wrong side of the fabric, centering it on the part of the pattern that you would like to. Nov 5, 2012 i made these hexies are from mickey depres book pieced hexies a new tradition in english paper piecing.
The patterns are there to inspire so be ready to get creative and come up with your own ways to use the patterns. Clicking on the link will allow you to join this quilt along. This designer pattern is from brigitte giblin and is an english paper pieced drawstring bag project. Since fabric is wrapped around the paper cut to the exact size, precision in piecing can be achieved. Buy pieced hexies a new tradition in english paper piecing illustrated by depre, mickey isbn. Once you explore this free quilting tutorial, you will be an expert epp in no time. A new tradition in english paper piecing more views. Pieced hexies a new tradition in english paper piecing.
Paper piecing patterns dealing with stars or compasses themed patterns. A few with the most pictures are handsome hexies and grandmas garden. Using heavy paper or cardstock, make enough copies of the templates for all the pieces in your block. Vicki bellino, author of the popular bloom creek quilts, presents a delightful selection of english paperpiecing quilt patterns. English paper piecing 16 quilt projects tacha bruecher. Shes a knitter, sewer, maker, crossstitcher, lover of cats, purveyor of quirk, an author of crossstitch books, and avid swearing enthusiast.
The queen of paper piecing is back with designs for almost every theme, occasion, and style imaginable. The most popular shape has always been the hexagon because it makes good use of fabric scrap and is easy to assemble. See all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Learning how to paper piece is easy with this step by step english paper piecing tutorial provided by our friends from aqs. Introducing new techniques for english paper piecing that give this. Learn this classic quilting method with modern tools and techniques to make it even easier.
See more ideas about quilts, hexagon quilt and english paper piecing. I have pulled together for you a free printable of 1. Feb 3, 2019 this simple english paper pieced hexie tutorial will have you growing your fabric hexagon collection in no time. There are different flickr groups where you can see hundreds of photos of things made of pieced hexagons. Choose from 300 designs, including 4 pictorial and geometric blocks and 3 alphabet and number blocks print enjoy tons of paperpiecing fun with bestselling author carol doaks most. Print the english paper piecing 1 hexagon template pdf at full scale on cardstock, then carefully cut out the individual hexagon shapes. I thought i would share some of my prep for cutting and sticking i use glue rather than basting to get my shapes ready and the only glue i would recommend is sewline fantastic stuff. Enjoy tons of paperpiecing fun with bestselling author carol doaks most blockpacked book ever.
English paper piecing, hexies part 1 redhandled scissors. One of the most common uses for free hexagon quilt patterns is english paper piecing, and with english paper piecing hexies part 1, youll learn how to make them in minutes. English paper piecing originated in england and was called mosaic or honeycomb patchwork. Youll love these ten soft and pretty designs made with traditional hexagons.
Pack your bags and hang on to your hats for this next installment of haleys english paper piecing tutorial series. To make your own papers youre going to need 3 things. Show off your favorite photos and videos to the world, securely and privately show content to your friends and family, or blog. She has a new book out called, fabulously fast quilts, and had the great idea of collecting tutorials from quilters on their own little tricks to make quilting easier or faster. Offers detailed instructions on english paper piecing. Popular english paper piecing patterns thediyaddict. Twelve inspiring quilt patterns, from a small quilt suitable for framing to larger wall hangings and bed quilts.
I learned how to make hexies by following this tutorial on chasing cottons and i was hooked from the getgo. Book includes seven different hexie patterns with a multitude of variations on each one. Products listed under this category are used books paper piecing used books which may have slight cosmetic damage but are still in good condition with all material in the original new book. Pieced hexies a new tradition in english paper piecing paperback september 15, 2015 by mickey depre author 4. Apply a small smear of glue to the back of a hexagon template. Not just hexies includes eight small contemporary english paper pieced projects that are both practical and beautiful. Playing with english paper piecing i was totally enamored the first time i ever saw an english paper pieced hexagon quilt, as they are extremely charming. Paper pieced hexi question i am starting to learn paper piecing, starting with smaller 1. English paper piecing kit can be styled into a number of designs in your persona. In the late 1700s, when all things english became popular in the u. Once youre a member, you will see a green plus sign and a link to join english paper piecing group in the upperright of the group page. I chose send flowers to your loved ones and ordered the hand piecing acrylic templates for it.