Scrappy Stars Paper Piecing Class
Date: March 11
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Turn your fabric scraps into striking six inch star blocks in the Scrappy Stars Paper Piecing Class at Fabric Bash. This hands on class focuses on foundation paper piecing techniques while creating bold, scrappy stars full of movement and personality.
Students will learn how to improve accuracy, manage fabric scraps effectively, and gain confidence with paper piecing through guided instruction and supportive help throughout the class. Whether you are new to paper piecing or looking to sharpen your skills, this class is designed to build confidence and practical knowledge you can use again and again.
Skill Level: Confident Beginner and Up
What You’ll Learn
In this class, students will:
- Learn the fundamentals of foundation paper piecing
- Improve accuracy and precision when sewing on paper
- Create six inch scrappy star blocks
- Learn tips and techniques to avoid common paper piecing mistakes
- Gain skills that translate to future paper piecing projects
By the end of class, students will leave with completed star blocks and a stronger understanding of paper piecing techniques.
Who This Class Is For
Perfect for:
- Quilters curious about foundation paper piecing
- Confident beginners ready to learn a new technique
- Quilters who enjoy working with scraps
- Students looking to improve piecing accuracy
Basic sewing machine knowledge is required.
Supply List
Sewing Machine & Notions
Bring the following to class:
- Sewing machine in good working order
- Power cord and foot pedal
- Machine manual if possible
- Basic sewing feet including standard, ¼ inch foot, zigzag
- Sewing machine needles
- Neutral thread
- Extra bobbins
- Pins
- Rotary cutter with fresh blade
- Cutting mat
- Quilting rulers
- Add A Quarter ruler
- Scissors and small snips
- Seam ripper
- Removable fabric marker or chalk pencil
- Fine tip pen
- Fabric glue or basting glue
Fabric Requirements
- Background fabric: 2¾ yards total
- Scrappy or colored fabric: approximately 1⅓ yards total
Scraps may be mixed prints and colors
Pressing Tools
Optional but helpful:
- Small personal iron
- Pressing mat
