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Beginner Foundation Paper Piecing



Learn the basics of foundation paper piecing in this class designed for beginners. The technique of F.P.P. dates to the late 1800’s when newspapers were used as foundation pattern pieces. Nowadays you can run the pattern paper right through your printer making this technique a snap to complete at home!

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Learn to:

Achieve the precision of piecing and points.
How to read a F.P.P. pattern.
How to cut and sort fabric for easiest sewing
How to build blocks sequentially and how to join blocks together.


Supply List:

 
Fabric:
   5"x WOF white (background)
   (12) 2" x 5 1/2" strips*
   (12) 2" x 3" strips*
   1 fat quarter for pillow backing  
   1/4 yd Border
Show Me How to Paper Piece book by Carol Doak **
Add a Quarter Plus ruler, 12” length and/or 6” length
Clover Press & Roll
Small Wonder Clips, 10 pieces (assortedred, or green)
Basic Sewing Supplies noted here


*Each heart will use 3 (2" x 5.5") strips and 3 (2" x 3") strips. You can make each heart scrappy, or all one color to make a red heart, a green heart, etc.
 

** We will be making a larger version of the hearts, so don't be intimidated by the size presented in the book! 

Class Prep:
None

Included with registration:
Copies of the foundation paper piecing pages (total of 4) on Carol Doak Paper.


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Purchase Class Kit HERE (You will still need to bring fabric and Basic Sewing Supplies.) The kit will be waiting for you in the classroom the morning of the class!




Skill Level:
beginner
Skill Details:
Beginner
Materials Included:
Copies of the enlarged pattern on Carol Doak Paper Piecing Paper.
Requirements:
Cancellation Policy Thank you for signing up for a class at Not Your Mama’s Quilt Store. Due to the high number of late-notice cancellations, our cancellation policy has been updated: In the case that you are unable to attend the class, you must cancel at least 5 days prior to class date for a FULL refund. If you cancel 4 days prior to class, there is a 50% forfeiture fee deducted from your class fee. You may choose to transfer to another class if available, with a $20 transfer fee plus additional registration fee if applicable. If you cancel less than 3 days prior to class, your class fee is 100% forfeited. Transfer to another class is not available with less than a 3 day cancellation. If you paid for a class via PayPal and later need to cancel, a 10% cancellation will be deducted to cover service fees charged by PayPal.
Instructor Name:
Ginny Miller
Instructor Bio:
Ginny Miller

Beginner Foundation Paper Piecing

Cost:
$ 49.00