English Paper Piecing

[@tmac4947]

SUMMER!

[@lenacoleman1142]

I can't wait to do this. I have been doing research on EPP for about a month and so glad you are doing a sew along!! I also want to learn FPP. I am so excited to learn and watch your videos!!

[@staceyleecreative]

That's awesome! So glad you will be joining us! Here's the link for more information: www.stacey-lee.com/2024/06/21/summer-blooms-sew-along/

[@karentoynton8948]

I have just seen 3000+ ifthese EPP hexagons together to make a quilt, 7ft x7ft. It took me 9 months working on it every day . In view of its size , I have taken it to the long arm quilter to quilt for me. I did it 95% in liberty quilting cotton. Was a real pleasure making it. I did cut my hexagons on a sizzex machine. And rather than the paper , I placed a medium weight wadding behind which is there for good and will save me putting any further Waddington in, unless of coutures yiu wanted it a lot thicker, but remembering this would also increase the weight of the quilt. It did become heavy heavy when I was getting towards the finish . So awaiting it to come back from the quilters to see the finished quilt, you could do in either a few colours or as I did as many colours as you like. Thanks for today .

[@staceyleecreative]

Wow, Karen, that’s an incredible achievement! 😊 A 7ft x 7ft EPP quilt with 3000+ hexagons is no small feat-what a labor of love! ❤️ Using Liberty quilting will be amazing. I can imagine how heavy it got near the end! I bet it’s going to look stunning once it’s back from the long-arm quilter. Thank you for sharing your journey-it’s truly inspiring! ✂️🌟

[@karentoynton8948]

Well I am slightly wrong with the finished size , it was my bad calculations in converting cm to ind. The finished quilt was 9ft x 9ft . It was more when I had a quote to have it quilted , I took to the quilting ladies who brought it to my attention , so I did feel a little silly . Must be more aware next time. It was the correct size for the bed and is about 2inches from the ground all the way round with plenty to go over the pillows . . I could have sold it a few times hehe so I feel an achievement ..

[@marcydiver]

I hope others will try the EPP. It's so fun and relaxing for me. Thank you for sharing your video. ❤

[@staceyleecreative]

I agree Marcy 😊

[@leslyeowen206]

Thanks. Got some tiles can't wait to use my scraps

[@staceyleecreative]

Happy scrappy sewing! 😊 Thanks for watching 🌟💖

[@sulynjones9479]

Update - I've complete one flower group, so on to the next 2. Hope you're having a great time in Bali!!

[@staceyleecreative]

Wonderful! Just getting to my comments now after being away on vacation. 🏖

[@marylorenz6433]

Happy Friday everyone.

[@staceyleecreative]

Thank you for watching with us Mary ❤

[@mariechristinerichard6748]

Thank you. As a beginner, I'm so. Grateful❤

[@staceyleecreative]

Welcome! Thanks so much for your interest in the 🌸 Summer Blooms Sew Along 🌸 Here's the link for more information: www.stacey-lee.com/2024/06/21/summer-blooms-sew-along/

[@dollysadlak5242]

I love EPP. Thank you for great video ❤ I'm excited to join your sew along this summer 😊

[@staceyleecreative]

Awesome Dolly, we are happy you are joining us 😊

[@louisedoire]

I love this idea for a summer project! So fun! Thank you, Stacey, for the tutorial and the inspiration. 🥰🤩

[@staceyleecreative]

Thanks Louise! 😊

[@louisedoire]

@@staceyleecreative 🤩🥰

[@sagejerseygirl8435]

I can't wait to start this QAL EPP

[@staceyleecreative]

Yay Jersy Girl! 😊

[@Sewmena918]

This is right up my alley. ❤

[@staceyleecreative]

Yay! We would love for you to join us! 😊

[@colleenisaac6647]

So excited to join your sewalong! I love making hexies!

[@staceyleecreative]

Awesome! Thanks so much for your interest in the 🌸 Summer Blooms Sew Along 🌸 Here's the link for more information: www.stacey-lee.com/2024/06/21/summer-blooms-sew-along/

[@teeh917]

This is going to be so pretty !!

[@staceyleecreative]

Thank you Teresa ❤

[@cjkwc]

I’ve been trying to find an EPP that I can understand. Thank you for an excellent tutorial! 💞

[@staceyleecreative]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks so much for watching 😊

[@mksquiggle]

Very informative and clearly described thank you

[@staceyleecreative]

Thank you so much! 😊 I’m glad you found the video informative and clearly described. Your support means a lot! 🌟

[@bettygannon6828]

I just found you 😊 I can't wait to see more !

[@staceyleecreative]

Awesome! Thanks so much!

[@rennyhenthorn6497]

you are just the best!!!

[@staceyleecreative]

Aww thanks Renny! 😊

[@nancysworld4178]

Can you take a needle on a plane?😮 I always wanted to do EPP and I'm excited to learn and take on this project. Thanks Stacy!❤

[@staceyleecreative]

Yes you can Nancy! Just don’t lose it 😳

[@sewblessedbyjess]

I’m enjoying my EPP queen of diamonds. I’d love to join your 10 wk sew along.

[@staceyleecreative]

Oh yes that is a fun one! A little challenging! Thanks so much for your interest in the 🌸 Summer Blooms Sew Along 🌸 Here's the link for more information: www.stacey-lee.com/2024/06/21/summer-blooms-sew-along/

[@sewblessedbyjess]

@@staceyleecreative thanks

[@sewblessedbyjess]

Just ordered the 1.5 templates and I want to try out that thread you listed. Thank you

[@staceyleecreative]

@@sewblessedbyjess Wonderful - I find the thread works a treat compared to others I have tried.

[@VickieSmithTraditionRealtor]

Summer!😊

[@staceyleecreative]

Hi~ www.stacey-lee.com/2024/06/21/summer-blooms-sew-along/

[@auroramocho118]

Thank you for helping and motivating us to carry on such beautiful art. When you sew teh hexies together, do you pierce the paper or sew just in the milimiter between the paper and the fold of the fabric?

[@marcydiver]

Don't sew through the paper, just right above it. The paper will be removed and you don't want to pull out the stitches. ❤

[@lutsen110]

@@marcydiver, how do you get the paper out since it’s glued to the fabric?

[@staceyleecreative]

It just comes apart, the glue isn't permanent, just enough to hold it in place while sewing.

[@manjitkaur4239]

I just subscribed to your channel

[@staceyleecreative]

Thank you so much for subscribing, Manjit! 😊 I’m so glad to have you as part of the community! ❤️

[@manjitkaur4239]

@@staceyleecreativethank you very much I wanted to ask you should I get cotton fabric to practice on

[@Dasburyfamily]

Thank you Stacey! I’m still working on my 1” EPP of the Grandmothers Flower Garden I started over a year ago when you showed us how to do it them. I’ve got over 1,000 made so far of the 1,600 I need for a throw size. The 1.5” will mean few EPP’s to make. I’m really excited to start this project, especially since I’m retired now and have more time to participate in new things. 🌸🩷🩷🩷🌸

[@staceyleecreative]

Wow that is going to be epic Debbie! I am impressed you will take another EPP project on 😊

[@rolaalmasri5857]

nice

[@staceyleecreative]

I'm so glad you liked it! Thanks for watching. 😊🌟💖

[@philvv71]

I bought some of the hexagon paper pieces! I want to see if this is for me. Not sure but I won’t know unless I try!

[@staceyleecreative]

Exactly! I love it and I hope you do too! 😊

[@09mclemens]

Thank you for hosting this EPP sewalong. A Grandmother's Flower Garden was my intro to hand stitching many years ago. I've always loved the look, but have never tried a whole project, so I'm looking forward to honing my skills before I try to tackle a Lucy Boston quilt. Is it okay if I do your sewalong using a smaller hexagon size (1")? I have an Accuquilt die I'd like to utilize for the fabric cutting just to streamline things a bit, but if the 1 1/2" size is preferred, I'm happy to do that. Thanks for the overview of the SewTite products and InvisaFil Threads. I've ordered these to try.

[@staceyleecreative]

So happy you want to join us! Yes of course you can use whatever size hexagon you like. I just say 1.5” because I’ve worked out the measurements.

[@09mclemens]

@@staceyleecreative Wonderful. Thanks so much!

[@kathosim501]

Glue basting looks quick but I do enjoy thread basting

[@staceyleecreative]

I agree thread basting is relaxing 😊

[@christinajuarez8402]

Thread basting you take the paper out. But it doesn’t look like you can remove the paper template with the glue basting. Is that right?

[@christinajuarez8402]

Oops. Never mind. I see the answer later on in the comments. Great tutorial!

[@claudettemonty4077]

Can your camera shows us how you place your fabric? I saw the first 2 boxes but I want to arrange my fabric!!

[@staceyleecreative]

Thanks for your comment, Claudette! 😊 I’ll definitely show more of how I arrange the fabric in future videos. ✂️

[@nataliestitches637]

Summer

[@staceyleecreative]

Sorry just getting to my comments after being away on vacation: www.stacey-lee.com/2024/06/21/summer-blooms-sew-along/

[@ChristyHassell]

Summer

[@staceyleecreative]

Thanks so much for your interest in the 🌸 Summer Blooms Sew Along 🌸 Here's the link for more information: www.stacey-lee.com/2024/06/21/summer-blooms-sew-along/

[@DeniseFiegel]

Thank you I will join you

[@staceyleecreative]

Awesome! I’m excited to have you join us! 😊 www.stacey-lee.com/2024/06/21/summer-blooms-sew-along/

[@rosehixon2790]

How do you get the papers out? And then isn’t it quite challenging to sell the flowers together after you’ve made his little lap pieces?

[@staceyleecreative]

Great question, Rose! 😊 To remove the papers, you simply peel them out once all the edges are sewn together, as they’re only there to hold the shape temporarily. Sewing the pieces together can feel a bit tricky at first, but taking it slow and using a whipstitch makes it manageable. ✂️🌸

[@lutsen110]

I’m a complete beginner with EPP so this will be my first try. I’m a quilter so I’m not new to making quilts but the process and technique is all new to me and I want to learn this! I have very small hands and fingers and I’m having trouble finding a good size small thimble. The ones you suggested on Amazon do not come in sizes so I know they would be too big. I have a small leather thimble and it’s ok but not good for lots of use. Can you or someone please recommend one similar to the clover thimble you listed in the QAL? I’m eager to join you in this!😊

[@staceyleecreative]

I am sorry I really don't know. Some of the clover ones come in different sizes I thought? Thanks so much for your interest in the 🌸 Summer Blooms Sew Along 🌸 Here's the link for more information: www.stacey-lee.com/2024/06/21/summer-blooms-sew-along/

[@lutsen110]

@@staceyleecreative , thank you!!

[@rosemarysgonzalez3765]

How do you take paper out of hexagon?

[@staceyleecreative]

You just lift the fabric by the edges and the hexagon comes right out. You remove them once the hexagons are surrounded by another round of paper pieces, or when you are ready to make your quilt. We keep them in until then to hold the shape.

[@rosemarysgonzalez3765]

The glue is a basting glue not permanent. I get it. Thank you so much I’m going to try this. I have lots of scrap material. 😊

[@Oakborn25]

I was wondering the same thing. Watching a few videos on English paper piecing and so far haven’t seen that part or anyone showing what to do with the paper and how it comes out.

[@debbiechittick4755]

What do you think about flat stitching?

[@staceyleecreative]

Hi, I personally haven't tried it. 😊

[@ksharpe8137]

So, when you’re sewing your hexi’s together…you don’t see thru the paper do you? I would think not or you can’t remove the paper. But, this is all new to me so I’m not sure.

[@staceyleecreative]

No, you just want to catch a few threads of the fabric. You will inevitably nick the template from time to time.

[@ksharpe8137]

@@staceyleecreative perfect, thank you!!!

[@hemingwaysbrett]

What’s the name of the acrylic template with seam allowance built in. The one used for fussy cutting?

[@staceyleecreative]

Hi, it's this one 💖 amzn.to/3W8WZAu

[@quiltingterri]

Hi everyone

[@staceyleecreative]

Hello 🖐 Thank you for joining us!

[@jennyfritz8274]

So, you leave the paper pieces in forever? What happens when you wash the quilt?

[@staceyleecreative]

No you remove them when you are ready to make your project.

[@ohioreseller6959]

Do you remove the paper pieces once everything is together?

[@staceyleecreative]

You can remove them when each round is surrounded by hexies, or when you are ready to make your quilt with them 😊

[@ChristineKucsera-kj9pi]

What name threads colors. My first time i love it ❤

[@staceyleecreative]

Hi, they are Wonderfil Invisafil threads ❤

[@Downatthebeach]

summer

[@staceyleecreative]

Thanks so much for your interest in the 🌸 Summer Blooms Sew Along 🌸 Here's the link for more information: www.stacey-lee.com/2024/06/21/summer-blooms-sew-along/

[@LB-lb8kp]

Summer! Looking forward to this. When should we receive first email?

[@staceyleecreative]

Thanks so much for your interest in the 🌸 Summer Blooms Sew Along 🌸 The first email went out yesterday. 😊 Here's the link for more information: www.stacey-lee.com/2024/06/21/summer-blooms-sew-along/

[@LB-lb8kp]

@@staceyleecreative thank you!! Can you tell me please the largest size needle that can be used for EPP? My knuckles hurt and I just had to start wearing glasses. It’s the fifties 😊

[@leslyeowen206]

I do foundation paper piecing. I do a lot of hand sewing as well. One question though, you don't go through the paper right?

[@staceyleecreative]

Correct! You sew the fabric pieces together but never stitch through the paper when foundation paper piecing. The paper is just your guide for perfect placement! 🌟 ✨

[@BrendaCWVStitcher]

Summer! Is it to late to join in on the sew along?

[@staceyleecreative]

Never too late. Here are the details: www.stacey-lee.com/2024/06/21/summer-blooms-sew-along/

[@jillwalrond931]

Been watching your channel on KZbin. I would like to join your group

[@staceyleecreative]

Awesome! Here's the link: www.stacey-lee.com/2024/06/21/summer-blooms-sew-along/

[@J_Isak]

I think I'm going to stick with basting stitches instead of glue so I can reuse the paper over and over again

[@staceyleecreative]

Hi, you should do whatever method you prefer. You can reuse if you use glue too. 😊

[@jmason8883]

Call me nosy, but what’s the background noise? 😂. Nice tutorial btw 👍

[@staceyleecreative]

Probably three rowdy teenage/adult kids 😂

[@SewKathie]

Summer...

[@staceyleecreative]

Thanks so much for your interest in the 🌸 Summer Blooms Sew Along 🌸 Here's the link for more information: www.stacey-lee.com/2024/06/21/summer-blooms-sew-along/

[@moniqued9715]

sew tights.. over 30 ? 😮

[@staceyleecreative]

Do you mean $30, I haven't seen them for that much??

[@09mclemens]

Summer

[@staceyleecreative]

Thanks so much for your interest in the 🌸 Summer Blooms Sew Along 🌸 Here's the link for more information: www.stacey-lee.com/2024/06/21/summer-blooms-sew-along/

[@sindyeylward3357]

Summer

[@staceyleecreative]

Thanks so much! Find out more here: www.stacey-lee.com/2024/06/21/summer-blooms-sew-along/

[@lisapeckham4664]

Summer

[@staceyleecreative]

Thanks so much for your interest in the 🌸 Summer Blooms Sew Along 🌸 Here's the link for more information: www.stacey-lee.com/2024/06/21/summer-blooms-sew-along/