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English Paper Piecing (EPP)

Category: <span>English Paper Piecing (EPP)</span>

English paper piecing (also referred to as EPP) is a quilting technique where small pieces of fabric are formed into shapes around paper templates and stitched together. Popular shapes are pentagons, hexagons, diamonds and clamshells.

English Paper Pieced (EPP) Ornaments

EPP Moravian Star Tree-6

How to Make an EPP Moravian Star Ornament with Diamonds

EPP Moravian Star Ornaments made with Diamonds are an adaptation of an 1830's geometry lesson. The first known star, made in a German boys' school had 110 points! This version...

EPP Tree-Shaped Ornament with Hexies on Tree

How to Make an EPP Tree-Shaped Ornament with Hexies

With just 10 EPP hexies per side, you can make an English Paper Piecing (EPP) tree-shaped ornament for your Christmas tree. If you are new to EPP, this is a...

Finished EPP Wreath Ornament

How to Make an EPP Wreath Ornament with Hexies

A large English Paper Piecing (EPP) project can seem daunting. But a small project, such as an ornament, lets you try the technique on something easy. And it's something that...

More English Paper Piecing (EPP)

Fussy cut block for English Paper Piecing

Spotlight: Jess Finn, English Paper Piecing Designer

With makers on the move, it's no surprise that the portable technique of English Paper Piecing (EPP) is on the rise. Jess Finn is at the center of the movement.
English Paper Piecing tools

English Paper Piecing Provisions

English paper piecing, also known as EPP, is a unique way of constructing quilts by hand. It is an old technique that has been revived for these times when we…
handmade scissor sheaf made from little hexies

Handmade Scissor Sheaf

Hand embroidered scissor case with 1/4-inch English Paper Pieced hexagons. Cotton fabric, embroidery floss and decorative cording. Stitched by hand.
Finished English Paper Piecing Hexagon Flower Garden Table Topper

How to English Paper Piece: EPP Table Topper with Hexagons

An easy, portable, hand-sewing project to decorate your table.for any occasion. All you need is cotton fabric, needle, thread, scissors, and paper templates.

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