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EPP Hexie Projects to Sew – 16 Free Tutorials

May 17, 2020 by Laura 3 Comments

Last Updated on June 11, 2021

EPP hexie projects are just the best way to use up fabric scraps. And sitting quietly basting hexagons is one of my favourite ways to relax in the evenings! I found 16 free tutorials that use English paper pieced hexagons, so now I can make a dent in my precious fabric scrap pile!

16 EPP Hexie projects to sew. 16 super cute sewing tutorials for projects using english paper pieced hexagons. DIY little hexie projects. DIY placemats, pouches and linens using EPP hexagons.

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The great thing about epp hexies is that you can make them and save them up until the perfect project comes along. Instead of stuffing your scraps into a bin, make some hexies!

But first things first, you might have some questions about EPP before you’re ready to dive in, so let’s tackle 3 FAQs first.

1. What is an EPP Project?

EPP stands for English Paper Piecing. It is a method of creating (typically) small shapes with fabric by wrapping them around a paper template and hand-basting the seam allowances in place. Then you hand-sew the shapes together to create a larger design. It ends up looking like an assembly of quilt pieces.

2. What can you make with EPP?

The reason EPP exists is because you can create more intricate and/or smaller designs by hand than you can with traditional quilt piecing by machine.

For example, check out this amazing design:

Gorgeous EPP geranium pattern

That is not a design that could be accomplished by machine. The geometric shapes are too complex. 

(Full disclosure, those EPP flowers are actually a pattern I found on Etsy. They are so drop dead gorgeous I had to include them! And possibly purchase the pattern too….)

You can make any number of projects with EPP designs, just like you can with traditional pieced designs. Quilts, table runners, clothing, pouches, linens, baby blankets, wall hangings, etc. You name it, you can make it!

3. How Do You EPP?

Most of the free designs listed below include a little explanation on how to EPP. But here are a few resources to get you started.

This is how I create & baste hexies:

How to english paper piece hexies

Then this is how I sew hexies together:

How to English Paper Piece Hexagons

This technique should work no matter what shape you’re working with.

Some people prefer to glue-baste with a glue stick instead. 

One thing I do differently now is baste in a bright coloured thread. That way when it’s time to pull out the basting stitches I don’t get them mixed up with the finished stitches.

If you prefer a video tutorial, this one is great!


 

EPP Hexie Projects

Ok, let’s move along to some amazing EPP projects you can make with hexies!

1. Fussy Cut Zip Pouch

Um, ok, so these fabrics are legit the cutest!

Fussy cut little hexie zip pouch

2. Hexie Towel Upcycle

I upcycled these once-ugly hand towels into something cuter and fresher!

Fabric scrap busting project. Pretty English paper pieced hexagons on an upcycled hand towel. Simple hexie project

3. Hexagon Baby Bibs

Modern bibs for modern droolers.

Hexagon baby bibs. 16 Hexagon sewing projects

4. Hexagon Table Runner

So much rainbow hexie goodness!

Beautiful rainbow paper pieced hexagon table runner

5. Hexie Magnet

Did you know that stainless steel fridges aren’t magnetic? Cuz I didn’t. And now my fridge is sad and without cute magnet adornment. I’d make a dozen of these if I had anything to stick them to!

Cute paper pieced hexie magnet. Hexagon sewing projects

6. Hexie Placemat

Another of my projects. I made this as a plant mat for the one real plant in my house (not pictured) that I’m desperately trying to keep alive.

DIY Paper pieced hexie placemat tutorial. This is a great scrap-busting sewing project. How to make EPP hexagons for a quilted placemat.

Also check out: 22 DIY Fabric Scrap Projects

7. Hexie Mini Quilt

More rainbow hexies. Gosh I love them!

Rainbow mini quilt hexie wall hanging

8. Arrow & Hexie Bed Runner

My bed needs a runner, maybe it needs this one? So pretty.

Beautiful bedrunner sewing project. 16 hexie sewing ideas

9. Hexie Pillow Case

This would be so sweet for a little girl’s bed.

Make a cute hexagon pillow to dress up your bed

10. Hexagon Needle Book

It’s little hexies, decorating a hexagonal needle book. So much hexie love.

Little hexagon sewing needle book

11. Hexie Tote Bag

Turns out I love big hexies as much as little ones, this free tote pattern can use big hexies or small. Also tote bags are always a good idea.

Free tote pattern using hexies

12. Hexie Pincushion

I’ve got pincushion envy.

Hexie pincushion to jazz up your sewing supplies!

13. Hexagon Clock

It’s like modern mid-century! Is that a thing? lol

Modern home decor. DIY hexie clock tutorial

14. Hexie Block Zip Pouch

This would be a great cosmetic pouch or pencil case.

Hexie block pouch DIY. 16 Hexie projects to sew

15. Hexagon Notebook

Hexies are the perfect scrap-buster for special fabrics. And a great way to add colour to your stuff.

Scrap buster project. DIY hexie notebook

16. Pineapple Placemat

Summer decor at it’s hexie finest!

Make an adorable pineapple hexie placemat

I’m guessing if you didn’t already love hexies before reading this post, you’re hooked now eh?! 

There are just so many cute epp hexie projects to choose from, so many hexies, so little time.

What will you make with hexies? 

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