EPP for Beginners
English Paper Piecing is EASY! Use my handy guides below to help you navigate your first EPP projects. From choosing fabrics to enjoying your stitching, you'll find the help you're after below.
Which tools do I need for EPP?
I use a small selection of EPP tools every day, and a large selection less often. Click below to read my extensive EPP supplies list so that you can decide which to buy and which to leave on the shelf,
How to Choose Fabric for EPP
There are so many big beautiful florals and fun little critters out there, but do you actually use them? Click below to read my helpful guide to buying fabric you'll use all the time.
How to Cut Fabric for EPP
There's nothing like that new project feeling! Click below to find out 4 different ways you can cut fabric for EPP, and choose which works best for you and your project.
Baste Your Way: Glue vs Thread
There's no right way to baste your shapes for EPP. Read my guide to glue and thread basting and experiment which which suits you best!
How to Whipstitch
Stitch your quilt your way! Here, I show you how I whipstitch my English Paper Pieces together, and link to tutorials of other types of stitches used by quilters.
How to Finish an EPP Quilt
You've stitched a beautiful English paper pieced (EPP) quilt top, now let's turn it into an actual quilt! I'll walk you through my best tips and tricks for pressing, trimming, how to make a quilt backing, basting, and binding! It's your final stop for all things related to finishing your quilt.
My Top 10 Tips for EPP Beginners
When I started EPP, I didn't really like it! But, over the years I've learned several things that have made me love it more than any other kind of sewing...
My Top 5 Quilts for Beginners
I've listed my 5 favourite EPP quilts for beginners and why they may be perfect for you!
The free English paper piecing Hexie Banner pattern includes colour photos, basic EPP instructions, a colouring sheet and printable templates.