Foundation Paper Piecing Series - June | a Shabby Fabrics Tutorial

Jen is back with a beautiful blue butterfly design in this month's Foundation Paper Piecing tutorial! Follow along as she guides you through each step to piece together this pretty puzzle of stunning fabrics using her favorite notions and providing helpful tips along the way. Diane joins us in this tutorial to teach a fun new technique to add a little more pizzazz to your finished project! Display this pieced project proudly in any small space of your home - fits perfectly on any of our 12" Craft Holders!
Have you ever wanted to try foundation paper piecing? Now is your opportunity to learn with this fun Foundation Paper Piecing Series designed by Shabby Fabrics. We have worked hard at simplifying the process and will be including helpful tools in each kit to assist you, such as the printed foundation paper patterns, stickers to label your fabric as well as a tutorial for each project! We’ll release a brand-new wall-hanging kit and video a month in advance, so you’ll have plenty of time to sew and display it.
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WHAT YOU NEED FOR THIS PROJECT
- Foundation Paper Piecing Kit - June: www.shabbyfabr...
- Foundation Paper Piecing Kit - June - 2pc Thread Set: www.shabbyfabr...
- Foundation Paper Piecing - June - Pattern (printed): www.shabbyfabr...
- Shop All Foundation Paper Piecing Series: www.shabbyfabr...
- Craft Holder Scroll Single Stand - Charcoal: www.shabbyfabr...
- Craft Holder - 12" - French Curl in Gold: www.shabbyfabr...
- Shop All 12" Craft Holders: www.shabbyfabr...
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NOTIONS USED IN THIS VIDEO
- Add-A-Quarter Ruler 12" Plus: www.shabbyfabr...
- Dazzle Thread DZ3119 Surf the Web - 50 yds: www.shabbyfabr...
- Creative Grids 6-1/2" x 12-1/2" Ruler - CGR612: www.shabbyfabr...
- Clover Patchwork Pins (Extra Fine): www.shabbyfabr...
- Clover Magnetic Pin Caddy: www.shabbyfabr...
- Clover Seam Ripper: www.shabbyfabr...
- Clover Wonder Clips - Assorted Colors - 50ct: www.shabbyfabr...
- Schmetz Microtex Needles - Size 70/10 5ct: www.shabbyfabr...
- Olfa Rotary Cutters & Blades: www.shabbyfabr...
- Kai Embroidery Scissors: www.shabbyfabr...
- Aurifil Cotton Thread White: www.shabbyfabr...
- Sewline Fabric Glue Pen: www.shabbyfabr...
- Wafer 1 Lightbox: www.shabbyfabr...
- Wool Pressing Mat: www.shabbyfabr...
- That Purple Thang: www.shabbyfabr...
- Oliso Smart Iron: www.shabbyfabr...
- We're sewing on a BERNINA 770 QE and we love it!
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[@karengranberg471]

A refreshing program! I’ve been loving paper piecing for at least 40 years, this is exciting!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Happy that you love it and glad that this tutorial can help you! Thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@bflogal18]

I just ordered all of these kits. When making decorative pieces, I like to add beads. I think I will embroider thin antennas with a small seed bead at the tips.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Love that idea! We’re so glad you enjoy this fun series! -Michelle

[@cathj8568]

I am just completing the Pink Rose project from April. I LOVE IT1 It takes a bit to "get it", but once You get the mojo, it moves along. Thank you for these instructional videos. Waiting to receive the Purple project- looking forward to the rest of them

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're happy you've been enjoying this fun Foundation Paper Piecing series! Thanks so much for your lovely comment. -Michelle

[@lorithompson8828]

On the add a quarter ruler the beveled edge was made to crease the paper exactly the way Jen used the cardboard. It say so on the directions - I have one. Love this project!! I’m going to order it. 😊

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That is so clever! Thank you for the tip. We will definitely share that with Jen. -Kristen

[@welshwitch2126]

Got mine ordered! Love that it’s a butterfly and love the colors! I have to tell you, I love the stickers. I’m able to organize my sections, in order, and I can just sit and sew. Great great feature😊

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you. We are so glad you have been enjoying this series! -Kristen

[@KimN1256]

Absolutely beautiful. Love the embellishment idea. Diane please come up with ideas for the Tulip and Rose!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We will pass the suggestion on to Diane. Thank you for watching! -Kristen

[@jenmcginnis3989]

Love butterflies, but wish it was a dragonfly

[@ShabbyFabrics]

What a great idea. That would be stunning. -Kristen

[@jennyeverly9594]

A dragonfly would be awesome. I have mine ordered

[@annaandrianasvasilikis9048]

Hello! Thank you for all your great tutorials! In almost all tutorials, I notice the iron you use... when you set it down while hot, it automatically rises so as not to burn surfaces... it looks like a great help while sewing! Does this feature come with the iron itself or is there some gadget I can buy for my own iron? I live in Greece and I haven't seen anything like it!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We’re so glad you enjoy these fun tutorials! This iron is the Oliso Iron TG1600 Pro Plus. The rising up when set down is a smart feature of this iron, but I’m not sure if they’re available in your country. Thanks so much for your kind comment :) -Michelle

[@magdalenakuhn8781]

Hi, are the patterns also available as PDF? It would be easier for internstionsl customers. 😊

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for watching! Because our pattern includes the foundation paper and stickers we do not have a PDF of this project pattern at this time, but we will pass that suggestion along! -Kristen

[@blackdiamond3930]

@@ShabbyFabrics PDFs would be wonderful. I know it's out of your control, but postage to Australia is crazy expensive. I'd 100% buy PDFs. :D

[@SeaBreeze5048]

Totally agree would be so much easier

[@juliebeard6424]

Do you have any kits left over I may be interested in this design. I’m not sure when this video was filmed. I’m in Australia. Yes, I know the shipping will be outrageous. So wondering if you can help I do love the butterfly. ❤❤

[@katherinecoull1066]

Can you use a thin metal ruler for doing the paper folding/crease before trimming?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Katherine - You certainly can! Thanks so much for watching. -Michell e

[@janiskara6564]

I got my kit recently and can’t wait to get started on it. I raise Monarchs and Swallowtails so butterflies are especially magical to me. Last year I released over 1,000 Monarchs and 300 Swallowtails. I may use the extra foundation papers and make one in oranges and black colors to try and mimic a Monarch. Thank you so much for the great tutorial. :)

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That sounds amazing! We're so happy this project inspires you and we'll be looking forward to seeing your lovely project photos!! -Michelle

[@gerlindehammon7795]

Hello, This has nothing to do with butterflies. I’m looking for A Country Weekend by Wilmington fabrics the 5”pack.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

So sorry but since that is an older collection we are completely out of stock. Best of luck finding some! -Kristen

[@sandraleamelendez9679]

Just came across your video on KZbin. I simply Love this Butterfly pattern, I raise Monarch’s) and am wondering if I could order the pattern? Thank you in advance.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That is so cool! 🦋 Yes, we have a pattern for you on our website! Here is the link: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p151285/foundation-paper-piecing-june-pattern?c=6901 Hope this helps and thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@juliebeard6424]

I truly loved watching both the butterfly and rose videos. Seeing that these occurred sometime before I am wondering if there are any kits still available. I would truly love to make for a friend who dedicates so much time to me. We are separated by distance and her birthday is in the same month. By chance if roses and butterfly kits are still available I would be very interested in getting the kits. Even if there are no kits could newer fabric be made up so that I could make the fronts up and I would make the completed front design with border included as two cushions for her bed. She loves the ocean, and purple and greens. I would want express postage’s to Australia. I’m really hoping you can help. I do love these designs , colours and foundation paper piecing to which I’m familiar. Fingers crossed you can help Shabby Fabrics. Julie ❤❤

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We’re so happy you enjoy these projects, Julie! You can shop all of the kits in our Foundation Paper Piecing Series here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/c6583 -Michelle

[@tammydewey113]

I know there are only three patterns I would love to have one for each month. And would this be a continued pattern? Or once they're gone they're gone

[@ShabbyFabrics]

There will be a total of 12 blocks in this series so stay tuned for more. We currently have limited quantities of the kits, but the pattern will continue to be for sale. -Kristen

[@tammydewey113]

@@ShabbyFabrics thank you so much for that information I'm so happy that y'all will continue for 12 months and that we can get the pattern even after the series is done

[@janicemorgan4629]

just a quick note - if you no longer have the cardboard to use and fold back your paper template, you can use the 'flat' side of your quarter inch ruler to fold. I have stickers on my ruler that say 'fold' and 'cut' so I don't forget which side I should be using, especially when I am cutting.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That is so smart. We will have to pass that tip along. Thank you for watching! -Kristen

[@anitajonsson4379]

This an absolutely beautiful butterfly framed perfectly; either way--embellished or not--I love this gorgeous quilt block.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much for watching. We just adore this project! -Kristen

[@anncantlin9710]

How much is the butterfly kit?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Ann - You can shop the June Foundation Paper Piecing Kit here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p150549/foundation-paper-piecing-kit-june -Michelle

[@deboramiller9395]

This is fabulous. I am thinking of stitching this and adding it to the back of a denim jacket. Have you considered whether or not the additional embellished thread on the body of the butterfly would be washable?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That is such a great idea. We would love to see your finished project photos! Our makers recommend washing this only when absolutely necessary and by hand in cool water. Hope this helps. -Kristen

[@sammykobayashisan]

i made 2 purple rose. 1 for my daughter for mother's day. she absolutely loved it! very east to follow instructions. waiting for the pink tulip order snd ordered 2 of the butterfly kits. I'm hooked!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We are so glad you have been enjoying this fun series! -Kristen

[@shelribelin8144]

I absolutely love butterflies and this project!! It is on my must have list for sure. Thank you so much for creating this project. I also loved watching Jennifer’s face light up as Diane fluffed up the embellished body. Happy Sewing!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We just adore this project. Thanks for watching. -Kristen

[@cindyvancleave200]

I just ordered this kit and after watching the video can't wait to embellish it to make it unique to me!! I love your products and your videos are wonderful teachers!! Thank you so much!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yay! We're happy to hear this project inspires you! Thanks so much for your wonderful comment. -Michelle

[@sandidavis45]

One thing I learned is to crease on every line before placing fabric. Also using a roller press on each seam, iron at the end. Creasing first seems to make adding each piece a bit easier. Great video. Love this fabric.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Great tips! Thank you for watching! -Kristen

[@rosejohnson452]

What do you do to make the 2 antennaes on the head of the butterfly? Any suggestions? Beads on a wire?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Diane suggests embroidering the antennas using the Dazzle Thread that she made the 3D butterfly body with. A stem stitch or a chain stitch would work great for this! -Kristen

[@lindaabrams2926]

Love butterflies and just ordered and received mine. Can't wait to get started. When pressing, do you use a dry iron? I also love the idea of a dragonfly for an upcoming month. I plan on turning my finished butterfly into a throw pillow.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

How exciting! This would make a stunning throw pillow. Our quilters would recommend using a dry iron to press. Hope this helps! -Kristen

[@lindaabrams2926]

@@ShabbyFabrics , yes, thank you!

[@jennystrahley927]

Beautiful! Just ordered kit and can't wait to get started! Thanks Jen and Diane!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

So exciting. We would love to see your final project. -Kristen

[@justinaduenez7626]

❤ So beautiful.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We just adore this project! Thank you so much for watching. -Kristen

[@karenbrunette6314]

Beautiful pattern I’ve never tried paper pieces this is sparking my interest love 🦋

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We are so glad you have been enjoying this series. Thanks for watching! -Kristen

[@debbymccauley4774]

Love the colors and what a cool idea for embellishing the butterfly body.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're so glad it inspires you! Thank you very much for watching. -Michelle

[@tazachary89]

Can you go bk and order the other kits? I just found out about these. How many monthhs does it last and do the videos always stay up to watch later? Sorry so many questions.❤

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Teri - You can shop our current selection of this foundation paper piecing series here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/c6583 -Michelle

[@tazachary89]

I ordered the butterfly. Cant wait ti get it

[@lindaskinner5887]

Beautiful butterfly. Thanks for sharing.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're so glad you enjoy it! Thank you very much for watching. -Michelle

[@patriciakalisak4300]

Stunningly beautiful and the embellishment took it to the next level. Love it

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We just love the 3D option. It is so spectacular. -Kristen

[@madelinesantiago5764]

❤ Absolutely stunning. Love all your videos. 🎉

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for watching! -Kristen

[@cheriedelponte3929]

The cardboard back of notepad paper works very well to fold around to crease on fold

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That's definitely a great alternative! Thank you very much for watching. -Michelle

[@purple2football438]

A sturdy postcard also works.

[@lorijacobs7341]

Beautiful! Love this butterfly!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We’re happy you enjoy it! Thank you very much for watching. -Michelle

[@sheilacraft5027]

Awesome trim for a beautiful block! ❤

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We just love the 3d element! -Kristen

[@bugitheschnucki9416]

Wunderschön. Danke für das tolle Video ❤

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Wunderschön. Danke für das tolle Video. -Kristen

[@collettegay1432]

Turned out beautiful but it looks too complicated to me

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're glad you enjoy this fun series. Be sure to check out the first video in this series where Jen walks you through the entire paper piecing process step by step! -Kristen

[@collettegay1432]

@@ShabbyFabrics where would I find that at?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You can find that video here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/582 -Michelle

[@jenniferjanson5933]

Beautiful!!! Ordered

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're so glad you enjoy this fun series! Thanks for your comment. -Michelle

[@barbarastefani254]

Love how it turned out

[@ShabbyFabrics]

So glad you like it! Thank you very much for watching. -Michelle

[@pamelaselway6669]

Great as usual

[@ShabbyFabrics]

So glad you like this one! Thank you very much for watching. -Michelle

[@catherinesofikitis179]

Stunning

[@ShabbyFabrics]

It is just gorgeous! -Kristen

[@corinnefreund5211]

Hallo ich wohne in Deutschland und bin ein großer Fan von ihre you Tube Videos. Ich würde gerne die schablone vom FPP Juni butterfly. Können sie mir sagen ob das möglich ist. Only the FPP JUNI Liebe Grüße Corinne Freund 🦋

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Wir freuen uns über Ihre Unterstützung und freuen uns, dass Ihnen unsere Tutorials gefallen! Möglicherweise beziehen Sie sich auf das Muster. Wir haben das Muster, das Sie auf unserer Website kaufen können! Hier ist der Link, um sie anzusehen: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p151285/foundation-paper-piecing-june-pattern?c=6901 Hoffe das hilft! 🦋😊 - Abby