Make Your Own Soccer Ball/Football, English Paper Piecing Method

[@starlamanley1468]

Just finished one for my 13 year old granddaughter who loves soccer. Hers is made from a batik in her favorite colors with black pentagons. I used your 2" pattern. Thanks so much for the awesome video and free patterns. You are so generous to share your talents, techniques and positivity with us. I often share your videos with my sewing friends. Thanks again!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thank you

[@janetmaddox1134]

Thank you for this tutorial. I had saved the tutorial so I could go straight to it when needed to make Christmas gifts for future grandchildren. This is the year since I have three grandchildren that would totally enjoy the ball.

[@GriswaldDingens]

Karen, Thank you for a great tutorial and for the templates. I made the 1” templates into a soccer ball for my not-quite-two-year-old grandson.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Great

[@thankful1040]

Thank you for your informative lovely video. God blessings always 🙏🏼 😊❤

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

You are so welcome

[@genealogydr]

This is going to help me a TON for my toddler with Easter around the corner. Thanks for this!

[@yvonnephillips4680]

Thanks Karen, I enjoy your videos and have often admired your soccer ball on the shelf.Finally,I am starting EPP to do in the caravan AND have a grand baby on the way. perfect little baby toy 😀

[@pkirkey6932]

I have never enjoyed paper piecing but I will indulge to get a nice, big, squishy indoor soccer ball. I have lots of scraps from a lifetime of sewing. Circumstances have made a born again mom out of this retiree. This ball is perfect for bedtime bouts of ball-in-the-hall with our 4-year old granddaughter. We are making the most of it.

[@Dasburyfamily]

Wow, I am going to have to try this. I’ve never done paper piecing before. I love to hand sew so made I’ll start with a child’s size ball. Thank you very much for your amazing and easy tutorials. 🌸💖🌸

[@angelasheppard7197]

This is awesome idea. I have a neighbor that is foster parents. I wonder about sending one of these balls with their kids.

[@deannesherriff3247]

I’m going to make one of these for my new little nephew. He’s not sitting up yet but by the time it’s finished, he will be!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Great idea

[@annepoler6159]

I have a chemist friend who mentioned Buckyballs (cool spherical carbon structures named for Buckminster Fuller.) Looks just like a soccer ball! One of Karen's EPP soccer balls in white with the stitching done in black thread would be a close approximation of a Buckyball and something my friend would appreciate.Thanks, Karen! I really love your videos and your great ideas!!!! My list keeps getting longer and longer and longer....

[@goldengryphon]

Thank you for this! I have two new additions to the family that would probably really enjoy a soft indoor ball or two. My mother recently told me that the "stress" balls and hand exerciser that was recommended for her are too difficult for her to use. This is wonderful! I can make her something that can be squeezable for her, and other softies for the toddlers. Amazing!! Thank you, also, for the templates. In this current year, post-pandemic (hah!), I don't have too much that could be considered surplus, except for a stash of fabric. I wasn't looking forward to digging out old drafting templates, so you saved me all kinds of time. Thanks you!

[@susanevans4020]

I started a crochet ball but it got so deformed it didn't look well after the kid's played with it. So I am going to make one like you did with leftover cotton fabric and put the crochet on the outside. Thanks you so much. I have been working on this and struggling for a while. I think this will work. Thanks so much for your video. Much Love, Susan

[@Gabi-lt4mx]

The small one which you named stressball are very popular in our eldery homes. The people can use it to keep there hands smart. Deends who you fill the ball it can be very soft or harder.

[@GMONEY420YEAH]

Your soccer ball is just the best. I needed a soft ball for workouts. Just the ticket.Love love love your videos. Very motivating.

[@caraortega4474]

Love it! I’m gonna give it a shot! I’ve admired your soccer ball in the background of your videos for quite a while. ⚽️❤

[@rwind656]

Got one as a baby gift. It had a bell inside, and was made of textured soft colorful fabrics. About 6 inch diameter. Great gift, saw a lot of play, safe.

[@katethompson2818]

Thanks so much for your videos on EPP and soccer balls! I tried EPP this summer, for the first time. I love it! Your epp video reinforced what I knew and taught me some tips. Terrific.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Hi Everyone....I hope you enjoyed this video. I really love my new soccer ball pillow. I now have something to hold on to in those nail biting final minutes of play.

[@taniabarrington534]

Hi I've just watched this video, I couldn't understand what 'English Paper Piercing' was! I actually made a double duvet in hexagons, hand stitched at the age of 14!

[@debbiedaniels2390]

What a great idea for using up scraps!!! I know couple of kiddies that would love these soccer balls.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

👍

[@bonniekane8547]

Thank you, Karen! This is brilliant! I will make all 3!!!

[@Marny5580]

GLAD I found you! Wow! thank you ever so much ... I love the entire idea and finished products.

[@judycoyle5341]

Not a hand stitcher, but this just might be the perfect project. I have some alpaca fleece which is not good enough for wet felting, loathe to discard it, but have been at a loss as to how to use it. It just may be perfect for stuffing a ball - lightbulb moment.

[@evelynmitchell7758]

Thank you just what I was googling for, instructions and a template link that actually worked. Very clear instructions with diagrams to help.

[@slowingdownjo276]

I watched this when it first came out, I want to make this, but I'm afraid, lol, will give it a try. Downloading the pattern is the issue. Love love your channel.

[@griffin_gamer]

Thank you so much the patterns were so helpful

[@user-mp9ur3bj1f]

Love this Finally a reason to make some thing with hexagons I’ve seen them I’ve seen Quilts in a Quilts just don’t turn it on but I got tons of nieces and nephews they would love to have their own little cool to talk about an auntie Patty so thank you thank you thank you Karen

[@deliacumoletti6549]

Thanks for sharing I always have trouble finding handmade items to make for my grandsons for Xmas I have eleven grandkids and I always have a hard time finding ideas for the boys the girls are easy it just makes it a special gift from grandma and they love it and that’s what makes my Xmas special is the smiles on their faces thanks again for a great inspiration I love watching your videos

[@francineinsogna2103]

omg i am loving this idea!! what kid (or adult child😂) wouldnt love this?!!! thank you!!!

[@jessicarae-annpetersen1602]

I made one Of the big soccer balls for my friend’s son it turned out Awesome!! Thank you! I’ve never paper pieced before and it was great!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

That is awesome!

[@juanitagaiff5170]

Exceptional!what talent great video.

[@carolineyoneda6716]

What a great idea for a unique children's gift! Use their favorite colors/character/team for an safe indoor ball. Did I hear pillow fight?

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Exactly..✋

[@SewGurl58]

I’ve never had a desire to do EPP, but this is a small fun project so I just might do it. And I’m not into soccer either, but love the symmetry of various sports balls.

[@bettywhittington9654]

Years ago my friends mom made some medium ones with bells inside for all of our little toddlers.

[@sheelaghhalstead4549]

I've tried bells inside but the stuffing always muffles the sound. What is the secret?

[@delivioukeramin4465]

I liked the video very much !!!!!!!! The instructions were very clear

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thank you 😊

[@Charlie-cz3jh]

AWESOME❣ Thank you Karen🥰⚽️🥰⚽️

[@Carolyn1952Hoxton]

These are adorable, thanks, quite a bit of work, ! So cute, though!!

[@sandracedar368]

How very cool! Thank you for always sharing so much education & fun all in one❤

[@lynnemartin2291]

So fun. My little neighbour would love it.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

😎

[@connieolson8497]

This is another clear, concise instruction video. Not sure if I could do this one. But I might give it a go. Could I use paper piecing paper? Just love your videos! Have a Hockey puck idea? 2 boys play soccer, 2 play hockey. Out doors and insided knee hockey!!! It never stops.🙂

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

I may try it again with a volley ball or football.

[@fonteaujacqueline6030]

Superbe technique pour idée cadeau petits enfants garçons ou bébé

[@loriscrochetcreations8566]

Hello, Just found you and loving your videos. What a wonderful gift for my grandson. Thank you

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

The world cup is only a few months away

[@deepikagurunath5074]

I love how the video is put together 😻 I’m a beginner in sewing ... I’m fascinated about quilting but never done .. u made it look so effortless ..

[@margaretbond5208]

I agree love how you put your video together!!

[@melissacooper6891]

Thank you for the great videos! I’m just getting started with hexies and am interested in learning more about design techniques and how to plan with other shapes like half- hexies and diamonds. Any videos or books you can recommend on this?

[@lindadrabeck4395]

LOVE MY KAREN BROWN! ⚽️

[@heatherr9201]

Fun... my son and I have done some English paper piecing so will do this with him too!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

+Heather Thompson the World Cup is coming round again. My guys ❤️ then

[@didi8835]

Thank you so much. Love it 🥰

[@meljones6642]

You talk about doing after quilts. Could you do a video about this project. I am interested in doing this with my quilts. Love your videos and sharing stories.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

In the works

[@Dpbantam]

Amazing!!! WOW!!!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

It’s a great pillow

[@celinedumoulin4485]

Just love it

[@susanvaughn7491]

I can not wait to make these

[@breekola]

you are a very comforting person. i adore you and i think we'd be great friends.

[@CarolMaynard-OhMyInkyFingers]

I simply LOVE LOVE THIS!! ⚽️

[@girlm6666]

You are amazing!! Wayche all your videos...learned a ton!!! Thank you

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thank you

[@huisuk]

Thanks. The balls are so cute

[@jonathancrawford9926]

You could make a fun video for how to make hacky-sacks

[@auragonzalez7840]

Buenas tardes Sra. Karen, la descubro hoy en esta gran comunidad de KZbin. Me encanto esta pelota, ya se la hice a mi nieto, gracias por compartir sus conocimiento, me permito hacerle un pedido, sera posible que muestre como realizar un Cubo de Rubik para niños de 8 bloques? vivo en Caracas-Venezuela y lamentablemente vivimos una situación muy difícil y carecemos de mucho, por lo que no hay disponibilidad de juguetes, gracias de antemano y un gran abrazo.

[@elenalanglois]

I’m going to make a big soccer ball. Hopefully, I’ll have it done by the next World Cup. 😆

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Elena Langlois long term goals are good

[@sandramyer7081]

This was great - Thank you🥰🌸

[@cathinuferrous2336]

When making this For the first time is it better to start out with a smaller or larger ball?

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Large...easier to handle...but a bit longer to make

[@judygovotsos7916]

Can you use poly fill to stuff?

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

👍

[@traceybradshaw6558]

I Love this project ! I can't wait to make one for my granddaughter. Thank you for sharing your wonderful videos !

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thanks for watching

[@Khalek1234-kq3fi]

very good

[@margaretbond5208]

Can you use any material as stuffing??

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Yes but you’ll get different results

[@frankjanvari8650]

hello the soccer ball looks very beautiful I would very nicely ask request please kindly film how to operate the bernina sewing machine electric foot pedal please kindly let me know ok?thank you very much .

[@susanvaughn7491]

Can and how does it hold up after a machine wash and possibly dry in a dryer

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Not sure. I’ve never washed mine

[@janetcruz5972]

I would like to know do you have to use paper pieces for the ball

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

no but it does make it easier for them to keep their shape

[@janetcruz5972]

Oh okay I going to do that soon

[@janetcruz5972]

I thank you for the videos you make in youtube it give me help to make my first quilt 😃🙂

[@slick4959]

Can you show/describe your Hexie kit

[@ameliaknipp8985]

Cute⚽️

[@alexkuss2001]

Genius

[@preetijha1054]

Nice

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Just in time for world cup season.

[@FilomenaJackStudio]

You’re SEW much fun! :)

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

😎

[@polychoron]

Would you make a truncated icosidodecahedron?

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Challenge accepted. It might take me several weeks

[@polychoron]

@@JustGetitDoneQuilts Awesome! ty 💜

[@pragatinepal8310]

You put what that white things in the ball?

[@dianemccormick4646]

Why remove the papers? Seems like you could just leave them in to give the ball a firmer and smoother surface.

[@shovakhandthakuri3564]

Wow

[@daniellasiromani]

I love this 💕 😍

[@sheilamills1722]

5yr old gain just started soccer so made pillow case and soccer ball for him. Rules are: can't hit baby brother, he is just 1. Can't hit mommy, she is a girl. Can hit dady, because he is a player!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

👍

[@tessiejewel]

I've never done paper piecing. What is the advantage of using paper instead of just sewing the pieces together with no paper?

[@josieblackhawk6437]

Loved your video, it was nice and clear. I've downloaded the templates as I would like to try and make this project. I would like to know where you bought the puncher, this would save a lot of time. I live in Oakville. Thank you for sharing.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

I got it from Michaels...brand is Fiskers

[@josieblackhawk6437]

@@JustGetitDoneQuilts Thank you, will check Micheals once they're back to opening their business. Hand cutting will have to do for now.

[@carolynwatts2942]

Where can I get the hexie patterns? I haven't made anything using a hexie design. I have seen quilts made from them. Thank you for teaching us how to be thrifty and productive with our fabrics, threads and batting. You are awesome. By the way, how was you 2019 Quiltcom in Nashville?😊♥️

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

+Carolyn Watts Go to my website Justgetitdonequilts.com. You’ll find it under patterns

[@cheriwilliams7001]

I hope this isn’t a stupid question, but why can’t the ball be made without the paper?

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

It can be. The paper gives them shape

[@IWH777]

UMMMM WHERE DO I FIND THE HEXY KIT THAT YOU HAVE??? I WOULD NOT MIND HAVING ONE MY SELF BLESSINGS & BE HOPE FILLED FRANKI

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

It's just a pencil case

[@thelightison8629]

What's a hexey (spelling?) kit?

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

It's paper hexagons that I cover with scrap fabric. I carry them in a specialized bag that has different compartments

[@Overboard111]

What glue do you use, please?

[@janetteshultz4113]

Any washable stick glue or glue pencil. Even dots of Elmer's glue will do.

[@tessiejewel]

I don't understand how to add the top to the center. I've have watched several times.

[@tamshahzada1247]

Cool - Can I use staples ? - I don't have a sewing machine.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

I don’t think it would be very cuddly if you did. Stick to thread

[@Khalek1234-kq3fi]

I am now Qatar the work and these football

[@carmenbailey8209]

👍❤️😊

[@Khalek1234-kq3fi]

Niche

[@estherdavis851]

Have you made a ball with 60° diamonds?

[@estherdavis851]

I have so much fun. But it got bigger than I thought it would be 😂

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

No I haven't tried but they are beautiful

[@estherdavis851]

I wish I could share a picture of it with you 😊

[@vandanasiddhpura7476]

Wow. Faein

[@frankjanvari8650]

hello Karen brown I have never been to Canada but maybe some day 😃? When you get a chance please I ask request very nicely please kindly reply back and let me know if you would film the request how to operate the bernina sewing machine electric foot pedal I would appreciate it very much if you would film this request and please kindly reply back ok?thank you very much and have a beautiful day.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Frank…I still do not understand why? It works the same way all foot pedals work

[@frankjanvari8650]

hello very nice video very nice sewing please kindly film a video all about the sewing machine please ok?please kindly reply back ok?thank you very much

[@armandoroyal3597]

I would buy one for $30

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

I’m sure you have someone in your family that sews. Show them this video

[@Khalek1234-kq3fi]

I know this work

[@samckitty4906]

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