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12 Petal Dresdens EPP: Fussy Cutting and Assembly Guide

Learn how to fussy cut and assemble 12 petal Dresden plates with English paper piecing. Includes step-by-step instructions and common mistakes to avoi...

Tranquil Waters EPP: Tips for Smooth Curved Piecing

Learn how to handle curved English paper piecing with Tranquil Waters by Carl Hentsch. Get practical tips for basting, sewing, and pressing smooth cur...

Kalani EPP: Shapes and Fabric Ideas

Learn how to choose shapes and fabrics for the Kalani quilt pattern by Carl Hentsch. This guide walks you through each step of English paper piecing w...

Secret Garden EPP: How to Fussy Cut Floral Motifs

Learn how to fussy cut floral motifs for your Secret Garden EPP project. This step-by-step guide helps you align fabric patterns with Carl Hentsch's p...

The Silent Garden EPP: Shapes and Fabric Pairing

Learn how to pair fabrics for The Silent Garden EPP quilt. This guide covers the four template shapes, fabric selection tips, and a step-by-step proce...

How to Fussy Cut Shimmering Trees EPP Templates

Learn how to fussy cut the Shimmering Trees pattern by Paper Pieces® for English paper piecing. Get step-by-step tips to highlight metallic details an...

3/4-Inch Marg Stars for EPP: Key Facts

Get the essential details on 3/4-inch Marg Stars for English paper piecing, including sizing tips, usage advice, and what to consider before buying.

Fix Basting Problems with Isosceles Triangles

Learn how to diagnose and fix common basting issues with isosceles triangles for English paper piecing, including loose points and shifting fabric.

1-Inch Hexagon vs Elongated Hexagon EPP Comparison

Compare the classic 1-inch hexagon with the elongated hexagon for English paper piecing. Learn which shape suits your quilt design and project goals.

Fussy Cutting Circles: How to Use 6-1/2 Inch EPP Templates

Learn how to fussy cut 6-1/2 inch circles for English paper piecing. Step-by-step guide with tips for aligning patterns and avoiding common mistakes.

EPP FAQs: Castle Wall, Coffins, and Scallop Templates

Quick answers to common questions about 10" Castle Wall, 4" Short Coffins, and 3" Scallop templates for English paper piecing projects.

Fixing Basting Problems with Irregular Pentagons and Prismatic Waves

Solve common basting issues when working with irregular pentagons and Prismatic Waves EPP. Learn to diagnose fabric distortion, loose folds, and misal...