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English Paper Piecing (commonly called EPP) is a method of stabilizing fabric around a heavy paper shape before sewing the pieces together to create intricately pieced designs.
It provides excellent accuracy and precision piecing. English Paper Piecing originated in England and was called Mosaic or honeycomb patchwork.
English Paper Piecing and EPP hexagons are nothing new, but this very traditional form of quilting has found a new lease of life
We’ve been EPPing (!) in front of the TV, on trains, in waiting rooms, in coffee shops – basically anywhere we fancy doing a spot of sewing and just can't get to a machine
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Why People Love The La Passacaglia Quilt and English Paper Piecing
The La Passacaglia Quilt is internationally known. Even if you are not a hand piecer or english paper piecer, you’ll fall in love with the quilt. The intricate designs provoke endless color combinations and the quilt keeps you busy, thinking about it daily! It’s very addicting. But what makes English Paper Piecing so special? The key to English Paper Piecing is its versatility and the fact that you do not need a machine. Sew on the Go! Why has this quilt pattern become such a sensation? Even if you’ve never heard of La Passacaglia, you have no doubt noticed the rise of the hexie!
La Passacaglia Quilt Rosette made by Alexandra Luenz using Cotton+Steel fabric.
Pattern from Millefiori Quilts by Willyne Hammerstein
Where is the pattern itself?
The La Passacaglia Quilt is just one of many stunning designs to be found in Millefiori Quilts by Dutch quilt designer Willyne Hammerstein.
The instructions in the book Millifiori Quilts are super clear, and include everything including templates, step-by-step walk through, and a detailed layout diagram. Taken on step at a time, this is a wonderful project to work through at your own pace. Books and Paper templates at Stitch in the Ditch Tula Pink has her version below of this quilt using her fabrics!
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