Weekend Makes: English Paper Piecing: 25 Quick and Easy Projects to Make

Weekend Makes: English Paper Piecing: 25 Quick and Easy Projects to Make introduces English Paper Piecing (EPP), a traditional patchwork and quilting technique, through a curated set of projects. This craft title includes 25 simple makes for homewares and gift items.

Key details

• Teaches English Paper Piecing (EPP), a hand-piecing method using paper templates
• Includes step-by-step instructions aimed at beginners as well as experienced sewers
• Covers tools and equipment information
• Provides reusable templates
• Features modern lifestyle photography alongside the instructions
• Contains 25 projects for homewares and gift items

Synopsis

English Paper Piecing is a form of quilt-making that originated in England in the 1700s and uses paper templates to help create accurate, mosaic-style patterns from a range of fabrics. The book opens with step-by-step guidance for those new to quilting, while also supporting more advanced makers who want to apply existing sewing skills to a different approach.

It explores a variety of shapes, including diamonds, triangles and clam shells, alongside the traditional hexagon. Each project is supported with clear construction instructions, reusable templates and photography, with patterns designed to work well with left-over fabrics in a mix of colours and prints.

Projects include

• Brooch
• Small basket
• Tea cosy
• Notebook cover
• Cushion tote bag
• Tablet storage