Where is this 31 days of hexies? I could not find it. I have done one GFG, still to be quilted.....I I used freezer paper and a "window" pattern the size I wanted......cut the freezer paper inti strips about 1inch wider, drew one hexie on end, accordion folded it, stapled in center of hexie and with scissors cut out those hexies.......cut strip of fab about same size, removed staple and ironed on those hexies onto back of fab., cut w/ruler and rotary cutter 1/4from drawn pattern....then took the batch to the sewing machine and folded onto freezer paper pattern, basted w/basting stitch around each dragging thread from one hex to the next until I had what was one flower, cut and did another.....sounds like a lot of work but really it went fast and I then had bunches of flowers to take wherever........removed basting threads and paper after all done...was very satisfying knowing that was over!

Recently bought a whole box of precut hexies, so I guess I am ready for another! Got to buy some freezer paper!

Please tell me what EPP stands for. I cannot figure it out. Thanks loads.

I too was surprised by how much I loved EPP. I am addicted. I have tryed the glue but was not happy with it.
By the time I got the templets out my Hexes were miss shapped and my templets were messed up.

English Paper Piecing

Just started my first Hexagon project. Not sure what I will end up with but love making the hexies!

I'm not on the band wagon yet but certainly have been thinking this would be my next carry around project. I have some vintage GFG blocks and pieces I purchased years ago and think I need to do something with them. Of course they are not all the same size....but will have to figure that out.

All you work is lovely.

Lacking your ambition, I opted out for using the acrylic template to make a little wallhanging.

Auntpigglpn Me too! Mine are 2.5 inch hexies, while the hexies are completed now sewing them together begins! I enlisted the help of my Mom (79) and now she is addicted and made 600 of them and is finding new uses for them. I think I created a very helpful monster!

check out Craftsy- Pieced Hexis: Beyond English Paper piecing with Mickey Depre

Also the free paper piecing templates can be found on the net

Sue Daley has a great free video series on EPP https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nqa70gU-E9U

Also if you follow facebook there is a group. " I have been hexed" both are lots of fun.

Sue uses glue, which I don't like.... yet... I am still sewing by hand. I don't buy anything I don't need to. So I just print my templates, .... works great for me..

Lucy Boston EPP crosses are beautiful....this was my first attempt.... check out facebook for really amazing crosses.

QuiltnNan, That is exactly how I am making my hexies. I found the perfect small carry case for my supplies. The case is about the size of personal Bible and has zippered compartments. One compartment holds my tools, one holds the small squares of fabric, one holds completed hexies and one holds the paper pattern. I just happened to find it at a thrift store and it is one of my wonderful finds!

When I know that I will be waiting somewhere, I pick it up and it goes with me. It never fails but what someone will ask me what I am making. The person always has a story about their grandmother and a quilt.

I print the paper 1" hexies from texasfreckles.com. She is gracious and state that it is okay to use her template for personal use.

Good luck on your venture.

Carrie, you can breathe easy about hexies. There are no Y seams in sewing them together.

Hexies are placed right sides together with the paper foundation left inside. Hand stitch the edges together. They will all be nested together when you finish.

I am making a Grandmother Flower Garden top. You can Google this and see how they are pieced together.

Good luck.

WOW!!! That is stunning!!!! Lots of work though.

thanks, linda

I have begun this Merry-go-round quilt by Sandy Klop. I used modern fabrics. There are no "y" seams in this one either. Here I have the first Jelly roll laid out so I can make sure not to use the same fabrics together for the second one. My grand daughters love it. If I do it again I would use the 20 & 30's type fabric.
I think I will try a EPP type at some time, I was too scared to the first time.
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Thanks for asking this question. I have been reading this link trying to find out what EPP meant. Makes sense, now but when someone starts to talk in a "foreign language", I get all confused. I need to think about this hexie addiction and watch a tutorial or two before diving into another long term project. I have a few already, but ... don't we all. Tee- Hee!

Right there with everyone else "addicted" I have made two GFG's and now have just in the last week started a star like Bonnie Hunters star hexie quilt just using the picture for a pattern. As of right now only center medallion is done. I like working on this in the evenings especially in the summer when its hot.

I"m also addicted to hexies. I have been waiting since I was 15 yrs old to do one, and several years ago I decided to get into quilting after I retired. I made my first using 1.5 hex's and used my oldest daughters old clothes. She was very easy on her clothes, along with some from my high school dress's my mom made, and some of my mom's clothes and some new material. ( it's my avatar ). I didn't PP on that one. I traced the pattern on the back of the fabric and sewed on the traced line. Though the points are not 100 perfect. I didn't waste any fabric. Now I'm into 1" hex's using the 2.5 candies I get through swaps. Sew as I watch t.v. I am EPP these. Don't buy the PP, I cut them from photo paper. It's easier for me, a little thicker than paper and I have many box's from my Dad. So I'm using what I have.
As far as quilting. I HQ mine for I feel it goes with the pattern. Interesting to hear of many who love them and the different means to getting from point A to point Z. Great question.

Joysewer...how very pretty

Count me in! I love making hexies and find it very addicting but so much fun. I actually find it quite relaxing. Like Auntpiggylpn, I have one of the Fiskars hexagon cutters and it works great. I use a paperpunch to put a hole in the middle of the paper hexie, then it is easy to pop out with a crochet hook or scissors. I use the paper pieces 2 or 3 times. I am working on a GFG quilt and hope to finish it in the next year or two.

I've learned how to make them without the basting. I draw around the edges of the paper template, trim the edges of the fabric to about 1/4", then apply a glue stick to the seam allowance, fold over, press it down with my fingers, sew them together as usual. It works well, takes less time than basting the fabric to the paper template, & is easier on the fingers/hands. Just a tip you might try. BTW, the glues tick is a washable one that comes out in the wash. Very easy.

many years ago, 40 or so, i remember reading about making the GFG by drawing the sewing line on the fabric and lining up the sewing lines and sewing through both layers, much the same as most hand piecing. i think i'd rather use the template to ensure the regular sizing of the hexies.

I went and bought a Hexie acrylic template last night. It will sit for a little while, until i get caught up with other things. Having it will motivate me to do it. It's amazing how fast i have UFO's piling up. I want to do everything and as soon as there's a reason to wait on one project i feel the need to start the next.

I better knock out some things before i tackle this one. I am excited though!

I love doing hexes.I printed out the one inch hexes on the back recycled note paper I had.It is heavier than regular paper but not as heavy as card stock. I cut them out while watching tv. I then using a paper punch put a hole in the center.I use a straight pin the fabric through the hole.As you can see I make about 4 stitches at each corner. I carry the blue fabric wallet as my take along, in my purse. The tote is for the camper or car travel.[ATTACH=CONFIG]472109[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]472110[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]472111[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]472112[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]472113[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]472114[/ATTACH]As you can see my hexes are scraps.No rhyme nor reason.They will just be hand sewn together willy nilley. I use a tweezers to take out the papers.I reuse them as I do not sew through the paper.Hope this helps. judy j

I just had an awesome AHA! moment. I totally get it now.

What about finishing the edges? Binding or do you use more hexies on the back edge?

I have done a few small projects with hexies and am currently working on a wallhanging. Don't know when I will get it done but it is a great take along project. I use old greeting cards and the magazine ad inserts to make my hexies. I also use glue stick to baste them, I was basting them with thread but decided to try the glue stick and it is so much faster and once the pieces are sewn they are very easy to pull out. Yes they are a slow process but very relaxing and can be worked on almost any where. I get a lot done waiting for my grandsons to come out of school and waiting in doctors offices with my mother in law. I find them very relaxing .

That is beautiful....I love it!

The last two issues of Quiltmaker magazine have projects using hexies. The current one, May - June, has an adorable sheep wall hanging made entirely of hexies. It's strip pieced by using rhombus pieces, so there is a center seam on each hexagon. The finished hexes are about 4". There was a reversible table runner in the March - April issue, too. I am planning to do the table runner, but will do all shades of green on one side, arranging them so I have a shamrock shape so I can use it for St. Patrick's Day. I am planning to use tiny floral prints for the other side, around which the green hexes will fold so it will look sort of like leaves, or at least greenery. Gotta finish some other projects first, though!

AuntPiggylpn... I LOVE it!!! Joysewer... I LOVE yours too!!! I am currently working on a GFG EPP style that I started in March in preparation of being laid up for awhile post-op after surgery for cancer in my thigh. So far, I have more than 15 "blocks" done with a center and 2 rounds of assorted colors. I love the idea of another round of white/neutral and then a consistent color to tie it all together...

I am fortunate enough to work in a high school with a "die cut room" -- I use freezer paper and cut out 1" hexies. I actually bought some 3 ring binder dividers this past week and cut them into hexies to use. I tried them, they are heat resistant on the fabric side of the hexie, but will melt if the iron touches them. I want to try to make a sample "flower" and see if they turn out the same size before I convert my whole quilt to them, but it was something that someone suggested, and I figured it was wortht a try!

What a fun topic! I've just learned this addictive craft and must say it's really fun!

Joann fabrics now carry the Fiskers hexi punch in the scrapbooking section. They come in three sizes and the package states it can be used for fabric and paper. They are on sale this week for 40% off, nocoupon needed.

Judith, I like the way you sew your hexies... that is a great idea.... also like putting the hole in center of template... thanks for the great tutorial and tips....

punch info

http://www.joann.com/search?q=Hexagon%20punch

I've had the punch in my online shopping cart at Joann for days and the coupon code won't work for the free shipping. I'm really looking forward to when i get it all figured out and then i can make a take a long sewing kit. This is what i need to work on hand sewing in small amounts because i am absolutely terrible at it.

Just so you know : when I was looking for the paper punch, I emailed Fiskars to get the dimensions of the Hexies. I explained in my email that I was seeking the punch to make paper templates for a quilting project. They emailed me back with one sentence: "Our punches are not designed for fabric".