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Learn Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP)
Learn how to foundation paper piece with step-by-step video tutorials from Shabby Fabrics. Foundation Paper Piecing, often called FPP or paper piecing, is a quilting technique that uses a printed paper foundation to help you sew fabric pieces with exceptional accuracy, making it possible to create precise points, intricate shapes and detailed quilt blocks.
If you're new to FPP, our tutorials will help you understand how foundation paper piecing works and walk you through the process step by step. Learn how to position and sew your fabric to the foundation, trim accurately, build each section in the correct order and join completed sections together to create beautiful designs.
Foundation Paper Piecing is especially useful for designs with sharp points, unusual angles and intricate geometric shapes that can be more challenging to achieve with traditional piecing. Once you understand the technique, FPP opens up an incredible range of possibilities for quilts, wall hangings, table runners and other quilting projects.
Ready to start a project? Shop our Foundation Paper Piecing Quilt Kits for beautifully coordinated FPP projects, or explore our complete selection of Foundation Paper Piecing Products for patterns, papers, tools, supplies and more.
