English Paper Piecing
(Hexagons and/or Diamonds)
DATE: Tuesday April 1st
TIME: 6pm-9pm
Unlock the mystery of English Paper piecing and traditional hexagons and diamonds.
A great choice for precise, geometric patchwork, English Paper Piecing is completely sewn by hand. This fun, take-it-anywhere technique shows off clever fussy cuts and is a beautiful way to use your favourite scraps.
In addition to traditional hexagons, this method works equally well for diamonds, half-hexagons, jewel shapes and more.
Supplies:
- Template plastic or other thin plastic (dollar store placemat), approx. 6” x 6”
- Glue stick (office supply type)
- Paper scissors
- Full sized stapler (not a mini version) and staples
- Claw-style staple remover
- Single hole punch
- Assorted scraps of fabric at least 3” square and/or Fat Quarters (we will be working on a “rosette” with 7 patches)
- Fabric scissors and snippy scissors
- Hand sewing needle
- Thread to match fabrics
- Thimble and/or needle threader, if desired
- Mechanical pencil
- White freezer paper (provided by instructor)
Max. Class Size: 6
Location: Empire Make Space 168 1/2 Ottawa St. N
Instructor: Johanna Masko
Age appropriate: Adults 18+
Experience level: Adventurous Beginner, hand sewing