Discover the fun of Foundation Paper Piecing with this new series from Shabby Fabrics! The Foundation Paper Piecing Series 4 is here with completely fresh designs and step-by-step tutorials, released a month ahead to give you plenty of time to stitch and proudly display your creation. Each wall hanging finishes at approximately 12" x 12", just right for adding a handmade touch to a little nook or small space in your home.
The April project captures the beauty of spring with a beautiful butterfly in sweet florals and lovely batiks, colored in shades of purple, periwinkle, leaf green, and cream. Perfect for brightening up a cozy space, this seasonal piece looks stunning on the 12" French Curl Craft Holder, available in the add-ons below. Get ready to stitch, decorate, and celebrate each month with a fresh new design!
If you haven't already explored the other three Foundation Paper Piecing series, check them out here!
Follow along with Jen in the video below as she demonstrates how to make this beautiful project!
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Kit Includes:
- Full-Color Pattern
- All Fabrics to make the Wall Hanging including:
- Sashing, Borders, Binding, Backing and Hanging Sleeve
- Paper piecing diagrams printed on Carol Doak foundation paper
- Stickers to label your fabrics for easy, organized sewing
Don't forget to add on the perfectly coordinated thread set for top stitching the project below.
Products Used:
Foundation Paper Piecing Series Series 4 Kit - April - 4pc Thread Set - Coordinating thread set for top stitching your quilt block.
*Required* Add-A-Quarter Ruler Plus Combo Pack (6" and 12") - Perfect for providing a straight edge and adding a 1/4" seam allowance simultaneously.
Craft Holder - 12" - French Curl in Gold - A beautiful and elegant way to show off your finished work on any wall in your home.
Creative Grids 2.5" x 12.5" Ruler - #CGR212 - Perfect for medium-length cuts and measurements.
Callie Del - Fusible Fleece - 45" x 1yd - The perfect thickness for the middle of the project. Fusible on one side.
Wafer 1 Light Pad 10" x 14" - Very helpful for placing appliqué shapes accurately.
Aurifil Color Builder 3pc Set - Carrara - Black/White - High-quality cotton thread for stitching.
Schmetz Microtex Needles - Size 70/10 - 5ct - Perfect extra sharp machine needle for foundation paper piecing
Ultra-Fine EZ Tweezy Tweezers by The Gypsy Quilter - Perfect for removing paper-piecing foundations and appliqué templates.
Frixion Clicker Pen 2 Pack - .7mm Black - Very helpful for temporarily marking fabrics with heat-erasing ink.
505 Temporary Adhesive Stick - Great for a variety of applications needing adhesive.
Sewline Fabric Glue Pen - The perfect water soluble glue replacement for basting stitches.
Sewline Fabric Glue Pen Refills - Be prepared for your next project with refills.
Clover Press Perfect Roll & Press - Perfect for straight or curved seams, paper pieced seams, and laminates.
Clover Press Perfect Hot Ruler - Perfect for measuring, marking, folding and pressing anything.
Clover Wonder Pins - 20 Count - Great alternative for temporarily holding layers of fabric together instead of safety pins and straight pins!
Clover Wonder Clips - Assorted Colors - 50ct - Perfect for holding fabrics in place without pinning.
Clover Patchwork Pins (Extra Fine) - Size 30 - 1-1/2" - 100ct - Great for precise pinning when piecing.
Clover Magnetic Pin Caddy - Extremely helpful for storing your pins securely.
Richard Hemming Embroidery Needles Size 4 - 12 Count - Great for crewel and embroidery work.
Olfa Splash 45mm Rotary Cutter - Very useful for quick and accurate fabric cuts.
Olfa 45mm Replacement Blades - Always have fresh blades ready when starting a new project.
Glitzy Binding Holder - Perfect for stylishly keeping binding organized.
Clover Seam Ripper - Great for "un-sewing" seams.
Creative Grids Self-Healing Rotating Cutting Mat - 14" x 14" - #CGRMATR14 - Rotating mat that is very useful for cutting without having to move around your project.
Wool Pressing Mat - 14" x 14" - Extremely useful as a portable pressing surface.
Panasonic 360° Freestyle Cordless Iron - Excellent for portable pressing.