tip # 12
use 20 weight copy paper, easy to tear but need good lighting when working with it due to being difficult to see through
#13
use tweezers to pick up paper fragments
#14
typing paper is thinner and more transparent but less durable but easier to remove, use shorter stiches if using this paper
#15
once you master paper piecing you can experiment with other types of fabric other than cotton
#16
to avoid staining your ironing board cover w/ ink when pressing use a muslin piece to iron on
#17
the less bulk the ironing board has the better to press on
flatter surfaces are better for paper piecing
#18
prewash fabric is the best to avoid dye stains and shrinkage
#19
cut each strip at least 1/2 inch wider than needed may waste some fabric but saves you time in the long run
if using 1/2 triangle shapes cut 1 inch larger than needed
1/4 inch triangles 1 1/2 inch bigger than needed
#20
photocopies can get distorted make 1 copy and check for accuracy by using originalnal
for copying a pattern always use orignal and not a copy of a copy
use the same machine because each one is different
#21
I use my fingers to press or a clover mini iron found that works best
no water or steam to mess with
avoid tucks by pressing well