Articles related to "English Paper Piecing"



English Paper Piecing in Patchwork
This wonderful and very old technique is great for beginners learning to sew patchwork by hand. It's very accurate and easy to do, though a little time consuming.
patchwork quilting english paper piecing paper piecing by hand pieced patchwork quilts

Choosing Thread for English Paper Piecing
The range of threads available today is huge. It's a good idea to think as carefully about the type of thread you use as you do about the type of fabric you choose.
thread threads english patchwork english paper piecing thread colour

Cutting out the Fabric for English Paper Piecing
As with all the stages of English patchwork, care should be taken when cutting out the fabric pieces as this will make the work easier to sew later.
english patchwork patchwork cutting out patchwork pieces cutting out fabric pieces cutting out fabric

English Paper Piecing Dos and Don'ts
Care taken when making patchwork using the English Paper Piecing Method can make or break the finished work. Here are some things to watch for.
patchwork english paper piecing dos and donts in english paper piecing paper piecing patchwork paper pieced patchwork

English Paper Piecing Patchwork Supplies
Using the right tools in any project eases the work considerably. These items are necessary for patchwork made using the English Paper Piecing patchwork technique.
patchwork english paper piecing paper pieced supplies templates

How to Baste Patchwork Fabric to Paper Templates
In English Paper Piecing the fabric pieces are basted onto paper foundations before being seamed together. There is a special way of doing this to improve the finish.
patchwork english paper piecing basting tacking

Pins for English Paper Piecing Patchwork
Some considerations about using pins in patchwork, and thoughts on dos and don'ts to make the job easier.
pins pin quilting patchwork english paper piecing

Preparing English Patchwork Paper Templates
Careful preparation when making the paper templates for English paper piecing helps to provide a good finish. Here are some thoughts on the best way to achieve this.
patchwork english paper piecing english patchwork preparing patchwork templates patchwork templates

Removing Papers from English Patchwork
Once the patchwork top has been made, it's time to remove the papers! This is always an exciting moment, but, as always, a little care helps.
patchwork english paper piecing removing papers in english paper piecing removing patchwork papers patchwork papers

Scissors for English Paper Piecing
There are many different kinds of scissors available. Learn about the right kind to choose to make work easier when doing English paper pieced patchwork.
quilting patchwork english paper piecing paper pieced

Suitable Fabric for English Paper Piecing
Some fabrics are easier to use than others in hand sewing. Older pieces of patchwork often use a variety of fabric and it's a good idea to think about what to use.
patchwork quilting english paper piecing patchwork fabric fabrics

Choosing the Right Needle for English Patchwork
The correct needle for the job in hand is another choice which can make the difference between patchwork that is a pleasure to sew and that which is a disaster.
needle patchwork choosing the right needle patchwork needles sewing

How to Make Patchwork Hexagon Rosettes
The traditional rosette formed of seven hexagons is a very popular way to arrange hexagonal patchwork patterns.
patchwork english patchwork english paper piecing patchwork rosette hexagon rosette


| A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z | 0-9 |