Kristina Brinkerhoff || Modern Sewing and Quilting Patterns on Instagram: "Have you tried Foundation Paper Piecing? It's a way to sew quilt blocks that allows for odd angles with high precision. This leaf block is one that I designed years ago and it continues to be a favorite of mine. 🍂🍁 If you'd like to try FPP, I have some video tutorials saved on my highlights (the circles under my profile info), plus I have a few free FPP quilt block patterns on my blog! Just search "FPP fre

Here are my top tips to prep for Foundation Paper Piecing(FPP): ✂️🔖📍🖨️ 📏 But first, make sure to save this post for later. 😉 1. Print out Patterns at 100% - double check your printer settings. And actually check by measuring the 1in test square against your tape measure. (Don’t assume it is 1in just because it says so - actually measure it) 🖨️ 📏 2. Take your stitch length down to 1.8 (or 1.5) as this perforates more holes in your paper, making it easier to tear away. 🧵 3. Use on Open Toe

Beginner-Friendly Foundation Paper Piecing

Free Foundation Paper Pieced Heart Pattern - Beginner Friendly