Not a fan of the same old Christmas wreaths? Me neither! Stitch yourself something a little more modern with this geometric-inspired EPP design. Eye-catching and contemporary, this unique English Paper Piecing (EPP) pattern puts a fresh spin on festive décor, while celebrating all the lovely things about hand stitching.
Hang your finished wreath on a door, brighten up a wall, or pop it on a shelf — and with two sizes included, you can make one to suit your space. Choose your favourite fabrics to create a wreath that’s perfectly you, whether you're stitching for Christmas or fancy making one for another season entirely. Halloween wreaths surely need to be a thing??
Perfect for confident beginners through to experienced EPP enthusiasts, the pattern includes both written and visual construction instructions, so you can stitch along in whichever way works best for you. All you need is a little scrap fabric, some basic sewing supplies and a weekend to spare.
Small Wreath: 10" Wide x 10" Deep x 2" High.Large Wreath: 12 ½" Wide x 12 ½" Deep x 3" High.
This PDF includes;
• Basic “how to” EPP Instructions.• Print at home templates.
• Full assembly instructions.
From your stash you will need;
• Approx. 2 x Fat Quarters or ½m of fabric, ideally a mix of prints or scraps.• Glue baste E.g. Sewline (glue stick also works in a pinch).
• General sewing supplies e.g. needle, sewing thread and thimble.
• Office paper and a laminator OR Card stock around 200 - 250gsm.
• Craft safety knife and ruler OR sharp paper scissors.
• Quilters clips / bulldog clips / clothes pegs.
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: A lot easier than you would think, adventurous beginners would be fine as long as you can trust the process.
*** FAQ's ***
Do you I need a laminator?
No you don't, this is just a technique you can use if your printer does not like printing on card stock (like mine).
What weight card stock is best?
If you can print on card we recommend that a stock 220GSM - 300GSM be used, it needs enough bulk to hold the sides up but you also need to work within your own comfort zone.
Do I really leave the papers in?
YES!! Unlike traditional EPP our card stock templates stay in permanently. This is what creates, and holds the structure of our unique patterns together.
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Welcome to Cake & Ale! Our mission is all about combining the charm of traditional quilting with a fresh, modern twist. We're here to bring you patterns that you can lovingly handcraft using techniques passed down through generations. But guess what? You don't need to dedicate weeks to these projects – you can finish them up in just one weekend!
Now, if you're new to the world of hand sewing, don't worry. We've got your back. We're all about something called English Paper Piecing (EPP). This technique involves wrapping fabric around paper templates, kind of like creating a snug little fabric hug around them. This gives you the foundation to create these seriously intricate and spot-on shapes.
Once you've got these fabric-covered templates, it's like putting together a puzzle. You stitch them up, piece by piece, to form a work of art that looks like you spent ages on it. It's like magic, but with needle and thread.
So, whether you're a seasoned stitcher or just dipping your toes into the world of hand sewing, we're here to provide you with patterns that marry tradition and innovation. Get ready to create pieces that will leave everyone thinking you're a crafting rockstar – all in the span of a weekend!
