English Paper Piecing by Machine: Zippered Portfolio
How can you make an English Paper Piecing (EPP) project without investing years of time? By using the sewing machine, instead of hand stitching! Who knew that EPP could be so quick, easy and fun! English Paper Piecing is done by basting fabric pieces to accurately cut paper shapes. The fabric-covered papers are then joined together, allowing unusual shapes and angles to be accurately pieced. When done by machine, English Paper Piecing is also fast! In class, you’ll learn the techniques while making a small project. However, the best part is that you will learn techniques that can be used to make any English Paper Piecing project with your sewing machine. Begin a zippered document bag that is large enough for papers, file folders or a sewing project. The bag is pieced using 1” hexagons. Basting fabric to papers, joining the fabrics and finishing the project will all be done by machine! There won’t be time in class to complete the bag, and many students are hesitant about the inserting the zipper. Therefore, you will have an opportunity in class to learn the easy zipper insertion technique by making a small zipper pouch.
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| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
| Skill Details: | Basic familiarity with your sewing machine |
| Instructor: | Carol Wilhoit |
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