English vs. regular paper piecing
#11
Originally Posted by ai731
Sorry if I'm sort of hijacking this thread, but does anyone have a link to a free download for DIAMOND English Paper Piecing shapes? I've found a ton of free downloadable Hexagons, but I'm more interested in trying to do a star pattern rather than a grandmother's flower garden style pattern.
Thanks!
Jan
Thanks!
Jan
#12
Re diamonds, I forgot to say that when you are trying to tack around the paper, don't bother to try and tuck in the excess on the points. If you leave the little extra bit sticking out, all of those will lay flatter when you join on other patches.
#15
Originally Posted by Lacelady
Re diamonds, I forgot to say that when you are trying to tack around the paper, don't bother to try and tuck in the excess on the points. If you leave the little extra bit sticking out, all of those will lay flatter when you join on other patches.
Jan
#17
Originally Posted by kluedesigns
Originally Posted by Esqmommy
so the English PP is only done by hand?
#18
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Originally Posted by mary quite contrary
I've used the machine to English paper piece. You just don't fold the fabric back over the paper. I've done a queensize quilt this way.
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