
(not the shiny side) Here are three techniques that can be used for transferring. The pattern or design is drawn or printed on the DULL SIDE of the freezer paper. Both sheets need to be transferred to the freezer paper. Sections A, B, C and E are on one sheet and sections D and F are on the second pattern. This design is divided into six sections with 1/4 inch seam allowance added to the outside edges.

Add-An-Eight Plus and Add-A-Fourth Rulers.Freezer Paper – many varieties including, Traditional Primitives brown paper, Gypsy Quilter Appliqué Freezer Paper or Traditional grocery store brand.Odif 808 Reactivating Adhesive – can be used in place of freezer paper or to reactivate overused freezer paper.Iron – a mini iron works best as you can press on section of freezer paper at a time.I’m excited to share this art quilt pattern and tutorial with you. The basics of traditional paper piecing apply to freezer paper piecing. If you are new to foundation paper piecing, there is a wealth of YouTube tutorials available. A freezer paper template is folded back then stitched next to the fold rather than through the paper. Removal of the paper can distort or remove some stitches. Traditional foundation paper piecing can be very tedious as the paper must be torn or picked out of every seam. Simple blocks, intricate designs and curves can be done with complete accuracy.

Freezer Paper Piecing allows for success with both these elements when creating art quilts, modern quilts or traditional designs. As a former art and home economics teacher, I strive for accurate piecing and flexibility with design.
