Hexi quilts english paper piecing

So today I bring you an English Paper Piecing Tutorial! One of my long term projects right now is an English Paper Piecing (EPP) project.

Whether you're new to English paper piecing or already a pro, these tips and tricks will make your EPP projects easier, faster and more fun.

ENGLISH PAPER PIECING (EPP)

Every time I make a new hexie it becomes my new favourite. I am just loving every single stitch that is going into this quilt. One of the questions I have been asked a lot is "What does the back look like". There have been many questions about my seam allowance, glue basting versus thread basting and lots more. Here is a pic of the back of one of my Hexes. I find the 1/4 in seam allowance on the templates that I have been cutting is plenty for my paper piecing. I am glue basting and if you…

In a few weeks, the Bohippian quilt pattern will release! I thought I’d round up some of my English paper piecing (EPP) video tutorials to show you how simple it is. SIMPLE, but TIME CONSUMING. And for me, the point of EPP is to force yourself to S L O W down. DON’T give yourself […] The post How to Make Hexie Flowers – Everything you need to know – Video Tutorial appeared first on Blog | Southern Charm Quilts.

Discover unique EPP Quilt Patterns! Explore beginner to advanced English Paper Piecing projects, perfect for crafting stunning, intricate quilts.

English paper piecing is a technique used to create various quilting projects. It is done by hand, using paper templates to stabilize scraps of fabric. This technique can be used to sew scraps of different shapes, but hexagons are the most popular and, of course, my favorite ;-) There are several ways to secure paper templates and sew hexagons together, this is how I do mine. Follow my blog to learn other how-tos, useful advice and sewing hacks.

Do you want to explore EPP? Here's our beginner's guide on how you can get started with English Paper Piecing.

Rich, scrappy, EPP hexagon quilts are my favourite! In the past, when I've tried to pull off this vibe, it's either been too rich, or too soft. With this version of Haypenny, I feel like I'm slowly understanding what fabrics I need to use, and how to put them together in a way I'm really happy with.

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Download this free printable today and get started with your next English Paper Piecing project. These print at home templates can be printed on A4 or Letter paper. There are 16 1" hexagons per page. On the pdf there is a link to a useful tutorial to help you cut out the hexies with ease. The webiste also has are some great videos to get you started with EPP inlcuding basting hexies and how to sew a whip stitch and a ladder stitch.

Photo above © Raspberry RainbowThis quilting pattern / tutorial is available for free... Full post: Hexagon Flower

Free Printable | 7/8" Hexagon Paper Pieces – The Little Mushroom Cap

Make a hexagon template with an old plastic container, or some card stock (like I did). If you're just beginning, you should start with at least a 1.5 inch template, although I used a 2 inch hexagon for this tutorial.

Learn the portable craft of EPP and create stunning hexie flowers! Adorn your clothes and decor or make a quilt with these six-sided wonders.

How to sew English Paper Pieced Hexies together.