ENGLISH PAPER PIECING WORKSHOP
A gentle introduction to slow stitching
Sunday 7 June, 10am to 3pm
✨ Sewing is better together — bring a friend and receive 10% off when you book together.
English Paper Piecing is having a well-deserved comeback — and once you try it, you’ll understand why. It’s calming, creative and incredibly satisfying.
Join Caz for this relaxed, hands-on workshop where you’ll get a beautiful introduction to EPP. This is a taster-style class designed to teach you the fundamentals while creating something lovely to take home.
You’ll start by learning how to wrap and stitch a few hexagons, then bring your pieces together into a simple little drawstring bag— combining hand stitching with a touch of machine sewing.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS CLASS
• A gentle, beginner-friendly introduction to EPP
• Learn a mindful, portable craft you can continue at home
• Create a finished quilted placemat to take home
• A relaxed, social and creative sewing day
• Sewing is better together — enjoy a warm, welcoming studio
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
• The basics of English Paper Piecing
• How to wrap fabric onto papers neatly
• Hand stitching techniques for joining shapes
• How to assemble simple hexagon pieces
• Turning your EPP into a quilted linen drawstring bag
• Tips to continue your EPP projects at home
SKILL LEVEL
ABSOLUTE BEGINNER / BEGINNER
• No experience needed — perfect as a first-time class
• Also lovely for more experienced sewists wanting to try something new
CLASS FORMAT
• One-day workshop
• Small group (up to 6 students)
• Relaxed, supportive and social environment
WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Full kit — papers, needle, glue, thread and fabrics
• Materials to complete your quilted drawstring bag
• Expert tuition
• A supportive, creative studio environment
• Tea and coffee throughout
WHAT TO BRING
• Your glasses, if you need them
• OPTIONAL: Any fabrics from your stash you’d love to include
• Your lunch — fridge & microwave available, or pop out to a local café
READY TO BOOK?
Come and enjoy a slow, satisfying day of stitching — and leave with something beautiful you’ve made yourself.
