Paper piecing is a simple and straight-forward way of sewing a design into a project. It allows even the newest beginner to have sharp points and detail. It is also a creative way to use up small and oddly shaped pieces of fabric that might otherwise have been relegated to the scrap bin.
Skill Level: | Beginner |
Skill Details: | Students should be comfortable with their sewing machine and rotary cutting tools. The techniques of paper piecing will be taught in class, as well as, a variety of foundations and tools. |
Requirements: | Paper Piecing All Year Round book by Mary Hertel for C&T Publishing Paper (Carol Doak's Foundation Paper is recommended) Scraps, 9" x 11" or less, for pattern choice. Rotary cutter, mat and ruler Ruler with easy to read 1/4" line (Add-a-Quarter Ruler recommended) Sharp Scissors Seam Ripper or Multiuse Tool Alex Anderson's 4-in-1 Essential Sewing Tool recommended) Sewing machine in good working condition, power cord, foot pedal, accessory feet and bobbins Thread to blend with fabrics |
Instructor: | Marilyn Downs |
Instructor Bio: | Marilyn has the longest time on staff. She loves teaching, and her specialty is totes. Her students leave well-pleased and with a new friend! She enjoys sewing for friends and family, and donates many items to The Arc of the Piedmont and Area 3 Special Olympics for fundraising events. |
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