Originally Posted by
bhivequilter
Is paper piecing the same thing as Foundation quilting?
This is the subject of another active thread on this board, and this was my answer there:
Originally Posted by
Peckish
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.
Here's the thread, in case you'd like to read the other comments:
http://www.quiltingboard.com/main-f1...g-t176633.html