The Evolution of English Paper Piecing

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Explore the rich history and evolution of English Paper Piecing (EPP) from its origins in the late 19th century to its modern-day variations. Discover how EPP has transcended hexagons to include various shapes, offering a calming and portable form of quilting that continues to captivate enthusiasts. Learn about the unique techniques involved in EPP and how it has become a beloved craft across generations.

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Not Your Grannies Hexie Modern English Paper Piecing

Next Guild Challenge is English Paper Piecing

Where does EPP come from? Dates back to late 1870s when hexagon quilts become popular in England Also called mosaic, honeycomb or six sided patchwork By 1830s EPP had spread to America

In the 1800s EPP was thought to. Not be confined to only the affluent Offer a connection to home for early American colonists Provide spiritual nourishment for female prisoners Offer a way for soldiers and sailors to perfect needlework needed for their occupation Relieve boredom Pass the hours for those convalescing

As people began to move around the globe in the first half of the 19thcentury, so too did EPP This quilt was made by Prudence Jeffery in 1857 during a 6 month voyage from Liverpool to Melbourne, Australia. Measures 72 by 72 Made with hexagons Typical of the time, the pattern radiates out from the center

EPP now.. Has evolved way beyond its hexagon roots now there are diamonds, triangles, octagons, pentagons, curved shapes Modern day quilters still love EPP because it is: A form of relaxation very calming to hand sew Highly portable can take it anywhere Easy to socialize while working on it, or watch TV Simple templates ensure perfect results

So How is English Paper Piecing Done ? Fabric is cut larger than desired shape Fabric is then wrapped around a paper template with either a or 3/8 seam allowance on all sides Fabric is secured to a paper template temporarily with basting stitches or glue Completed shapes are sewn together into a pattern Template papers are eventually removed

Getting Started is Simple

Glue Thread Baste Starch Baste Fabric to Paper Template

Can Use a Variety of Stitches to Sew Blocks Together Whip Stitch Ladder Stitch Flat Back Stitch Feather Stitch Machine Zig Zag

Sue Daleys 10 Best Tips for EPP 1. Pre-cut papers 2. Acrylic templates 3. Rotating cutting board for cutting & glueing 4. Long fine needle 5. Milliner's needle #11 6. Good quality thread 7. Glue pen for basting 8. Knicker knot at beginning and ending 9. Baste in the same direction 10. Try new shapes

Fussy Cuts Unlimited Choices

More Fussy Cuts Incredibly Beautiful

Fussy Cutting Made Easy Use Mirror to Choose Design One Fabric Many Designs

Lots of Options for EPP Original block discovered at Brimfield Flea Market in Massachusetts Brimfield Block Story Nisha Bouri & Kim Martucci went to the Brimfield Antique Flea Market Were walking by a dealer and smelled something Quilt block found in a plastic bag at Brimfield Antique Flea Market Researched the block most likely a version of the Strawberry block pattern printed in a newspaper in the 1920s Block made with flour sack fabric Knew they needed to resurrect the block Turned the pattern into EPP

Brimfield Block Variations Endless Possibilities

Lucy Boston Patchwork of the Crosses Lucy was a children s book author. She was born in 1892 and died in 1990. Her quilt blocks are now famous posthumously. Her daughter-in-law, Diana Boston, is now the guardian of her quilts.