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12-30-2008, 01:20 PM

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FancyFoot

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Originally Posted by KO24

That's pretty nifty...
Did it take you long?
Have you Paper Pieced before?
Do you have any hints on paper to use or technique?
Thanks,
Kirsten

Thanks Kirsten
This took me about 2 months to make, although I didn't work on it every day. I am a paper piecing addict. I took a class years back.
As for the paper I use, I used a tisse like paper for this project, but it is difficult to use in my printer because its so thin (jams). I just use regular printer paper and set my machine on the smallest stitch (don't make a mistake cause its not easy to rip out) then paper removal is easy.
The 2 esssential tools for paper piecing are:
- clover mini iron, I find the most important step is ironing (never use steam) so all the pieces will line up perfectly.
- Elmers Washable School Glue Stick. Just a bit to hold the pieces flat.
More tips:
Cut each foundation paper pattern slightly larger
Machine baste each foundation in the 1/4" seam allowance, then trim. It makes aligning all the pieces easier.
Use glue stick to secure 1st piece

FancyFoot

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