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Originally Posted by Peckish (Post 8218064)

So add the size you want to your search terms.

Leaa .... Another way is to take the 7 inch version you found (or any size) and
enlarge via your copier to 12" (or any size you want).

Likewise when you want to downsize a PP block.
Just be sure that you adjust the seam allowances down/up to the 1/4" width required.

Good Luck!

There is also a method of paper piecing that has you fold the paper back out of the way and then stitch right beside it. That way you don't stitch through the paper or tear it away. I'm sorry I don't know a name or better way to refer you to it. I have not done it enough to be able to explain it, but it might be worth checking out.

I would use the Freezer Paper PP'ing method or buy desolvable paper made for PP'ing

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Originally Posted by csstexas (Post 8218845)

I use that all the time. I just call it the fold-back method

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Originally Posted by wellphooey (Post 8186257)

I did SAS using a freezer paper-piecing method where you don't sew on the paper but closely along the folded edges. It worked wonderfully and you can use the same pattern several times before needing to replace. No need to pick out paper! This site gives wonderful instructions: http://www.twiddletails.com/images/FPFtute/FPFTute.pdf

You, csstexas, hobbykat and quiltin'nan referenced this method. It is called "Paper-less Paper Piecing".

This is a very good method, and you don't even need to use freezer paper. Ordinary good quality copy paper works well. But you do need to attach the fabric a little to the paper. One smear of glue stick does the job. It pulls off easily when you are finished with the block ready for the next one. My friend made 20 blocks with the same piece of paper.

You need to crease all the lines all the way to the edges before you start.

I have "add-a quarter" and "add-an-eighth" rulers. They work well for cleaning up the seam allowances. Not all shops carry them but there was one at the Madison Quilt Expo.

leaa and others here is a link to 12 inch block for SAS also PP http://www.quilterscache.com/S/StormAtSeaBlock.html
This would also work for the folded paper form.