Foundation Paper Piecing with Julie

You’ll be working on a beautiful 30" x 30" finished piece—perfect as a wall hanging or table topper.

🧵 What is FPP?

Foundation Paper Piecing involves sewing fabric directly onto a paper pattern, which acts as both a stabilizer and a guide. Once the block is complete, the paper is easily removed, revealing sharp points and clean angles you’ll be proud of!

🧰 What You’ll Learn:

• How to cut and prepare foundation papers

• Understanding Floating Points and Smart Corners

• Using templates and layout sheets

• Tools and tips for successful FPP

• Tricks for accurate piecing and easy assembly

🪡 Materials to Bring:

• Sewing machine

• Scissors

• Rotary cutter & cutting mat

• Iron

• 12” Add-A-Quarter ruler

• Scotch tape

• Washout fabric glue pen

• Fold templates

• 3 Ziplock bags

• Size 70 sewing needle

• Paper clips

• High-quality cotton thread

• Background fabric: ½ yard

• Focus fabric: 6 fat eighths

• Backing: 1⅛ yard

• Binding: ⅜ yard

📧 Pre-Class Info:
You’ll receive an email with important pre-class instructions, including how to prep your newsprint papers before class begins.

Let’s piece something beautiful together—see you in class!