Foundation Paper Piecing Quilting Workshop (Saturday, Nov. 23, 12-4 pm)

Learn the basics of Foundation Paper Piecing, including:

• How to read the paper piecing pattern and how to use it in a block or a quilt.
• Why paper piecing is an important “tool” in a quilter’s tool box

Foundation Paper Piecing is a quilting technique where the outline of a quilt block is printed on a sheet of paper. Fabric is sewn along the outlines, and then the paper is removed at the end. At the end of this 4-hour class, students will complete a block using the paper piecing technique. 

• Level: Beginner and Intermediate 
  
• Ages: Adults
  
• Instructor: Marianne Beach
  
• Class Date: Saturday, November 23, 12-4 pm
• Location: 330 High St., Holyoke, MA

Supply List

• A ruler that measures 1/4”
• Scraps of quilting fabric at least 5” square
• Sewing machine, thread. (Studio machines are available upon request)
• Scissors or rotary cutter

Paper City Fabrics will provide:

• A piece of cardboard 
• Paper Piecing Pattern 
• Iron, ironing board 
• Cutting mat

About the Instructor

Always a sewist and a lifelong fiber artist, Marianne fell in love with quilting and it quickly became a passion and a commitment to fiber exploration. Using upcycled fabric and refurbishing and using vintage sewing machines introduced Marianne to a community of like-minded artists. 

Marianne started teaching because she wanted to share her experience with the many expressions and dimensions of Foundation Paper Piecing. Every time a student “gets it” and uses it in their quilting, Marianne shares a sense of accomplishment with them