Sully Skeleton EPP Pattern: Your Questions Answered

Quick answer

The Sully Skeleton pattern by Leah Walker gives you three pose options and builds the figure with English paper piecing before appliquéing it to a background. Choose your pose first, then pick fabrics and basting methods that suit the lanky shapes.

Common questions about the Sully Skeleton pattern

What exactly is included in the pattern?

The pattern provides the EPP templates for Sully in three poses, plus the jack-o’-lantern and spider sidekick. It does not include paper pieces or fabric, so you’ll need to source those separately. Check the product listing for the full contents before you buy.

How do I choose a pose?

Lay out the three pose templates on your intended background fabric (or a piece of paper cut to the same size). This helps you see which pose fits best and how much background space each one needs. Consider the final display spot: a wall hanging may suit a creeping pose, while a quilt center might handle a dancing pose. Test poses on paper before cutting fabric.

What fabrics work best for a skeleton?

Pick a fabric for the bones that contrasts with your background. A solid or small-scale print in a light color works well, while busy prints can obscure the bone shapes. For the jack-o’-lantern, a medium-scale orange print adds interest without overwhelming the small pieces.

Do I need special EPP supplies?

You’ll need paper pieces in the sizes specified by the pattern, plus your usual basting method (thread or glue) and a needle and thread for piecing. The pattern doesn’t include papers, so match the piece sizes to the templates. If you’re new to EPP, start with thread basting for more control on the small spider and pumpkin pieces.

How do I appliqué Sully onto the background?

After piecing, remove the papers from the outer edges, press the unit flat, and turn under the seam allowance. Then appliqué the entire skeleton to your background using a blind stitch or your preferred method. Work from the center outward to keep the figure from shifting. Remove papers only from edges you’ll appliqué.

Can I use this pattern for a quilt rather than a wall hanging?

Yes, the pattern is suitable for quilts, but plan the background size carefully. A larger quilt may require scaling the background or adding borders to balance the figure. The pattern itself does not specify a finished quilt size, so you’ll need to decide the layout.

Pattern details at a glance

• Sully Skeleton by Leah Walker of Patchwork Picinic: Sully is a larger-than-life EPP skeleton designed by Leah Walker of Patchwork Picnic, with three pose options. The three poses let you choose a layout that fits your background size and the mood you want.