Skill Level: Intermediate Class Date: Thursday, August 6 - 6pm-8:30pm Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) is a unique quilt piecing method. The technique uses paper as a foundation to stabilize the quilt block as it is constructed. Once the quilt block is completed, the paper is removed. With FPP, almost any shape, size or type of block is possible. The technique is used to achieve precise, small and detailed piecing, and specific or unusual shapes that might not necessarily be achieved through traditional piecing. In this class, students will learn the concept of FPP as they work on constructing a paper pieced block. Students will not complete a project in this class, but will learn the FPP process from start to finish and will complete as many blocks as time allows, which can then be used to complete a finished product of your choosing; the Bits N Pieces pattern includes instructions for making a pillow or table runner, and we have Project Kits available for either option.This class is suitable for intermediate sewists. Students must already know how to use a rotary cutter to cut fabric. Required Materials: (please see fabric notes below) (1) Pattern: Bits N' Pieces by Studio M Squared main fabric (for center squares): 1/8 yard or (1) FQ for pillow; 1/4 yard for table runner accent fabrics (rectangles around center squares): (5 to 9) 10" squares for pillow; (9 to 17) 10" squares for table runner background fabric: 3/8 yard for pillow; 1 yard for table runner 50 weight thread 80/12 microtex needle Project Kits: Students are welcomed to purchase either of the following specially curated kits for class: (1) Project Kit: Bits + Pieces Pillow (1) Project Kit: Bits + Pieces Table Runner Fabric Notes: For the main fabric, do not use directional prints For the accent fabric, keep prints relatively small For the background fabric, use solid fabric or subtle prints Batting, backing fabric, muslin, and binding will also be needed to complete either project, but will not be needed for class. Please see pattern for required amounts. Required Tools: (1) Add-a-Quarter Plus Ruler seam roller rotary cutter pins seam ripper
