Thread: Paper peicing
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Old 01-26-2012, 01:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Denise S View Post
Now I am confused. What is the difference between paper piecing and foundation piecing and when do you use each technique?
In a nutshell, paper piecing is when you use a layer of paper to stabilize the blocks, and you remove the paper when you're done. Foundation piecing is using a layer of fabric (such as muslin) to stabilize the blocks, you stitch the patches directly on it, and it is left in the quilt permanently.
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