{"product_id":"maple-leaf-stitching-academy-beginner-epp-christmas-ornaments","title":"Maple Leaf Stitching Academy Beginner EPP - Christmas Ornaments 🎄☃️ ❄️","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops\"\u003eBeginner English Paper Piecing Workshop\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops\"\u003eFrom First Stitch to Festive Christmas Ornaments 🎄❄️\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eCurious about English Paper Piecing (EPP) but not sure where to begin? Join us for a fun, hands-on day of \u003cstrong\u003ehand sewing, learning new skills, and creating beautiful handmade Christmas ornaments!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eThis beginner-friendly workshop will guide you through the basics of English Paper Piecing, step by step. No previous EPP experience is needed! You’ll learn how to work with paper templates, stitch your fabric pieces together by hand, and assemble your very own festive creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo intimidation, no confusion—just clear instruction, relaxed stitching, and the joy of making something beautiful with your own two hands!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops\"\u003e🧵 Choose Your Christmas Project\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eYou’ll have \u003cstrong\u003etwo festive patterns to choose from\u003c\/strong\u003e, both from Paper Pieces, so you can create ornaments that suit your style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOption 1: Moravian Star Ornaments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eCreate timeless, three-dimensional Moravian Star ornaments using 60-degree diamond shapes. These beautiful stars are surprisingly simple to assemble, and the paper pieces remain inside to help the ornaments hold their shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOption 2: Christmas Ornaments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eOne of Paper Pieces top-selling Christmas patterns! These charming ornaments are fun to stitch and make wonderful handmade gifts for family and friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: Fabric selections will vary from the samples shown.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops\"\u003e✨ What You’ll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish Paper Piecing basics and terminology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to prepare and use paper templates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate cutting and fabric basting techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-sewing your pieces together with neat, secure stitches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArranging your pieces and assembling your finished ornaments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTips and techniques to help you feel confident starting future EPP projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eBy the end of the workshop, you’ll have a better understanding of English Paper Piecing, new hand-sewing skills, and the confidence to continue stitching on your own!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops\"\u003e🪡 What’s Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eYour class fee includes everything you need to get started on your chosen project:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePattern instructions and Paper Pieces templates to make \u003cstrong\u003eeight Christmas ornaments\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour fat quarters of Christmas fabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRibbon to hang the ornaments \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHands-on instruction and guidance throughout the day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eAll you need to bring is your sewing toolkit and enthusiasm for learning something new!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops\"\u003e📅 Class Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saturday, December 12, 2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10:00 AM–3:00 PM\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sharla M.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maple Leaf Quilting Company\u003cbr\u003e141 River Avenue, Cochrane, AB\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Fee:\u003c\/strong\u003e $64.99\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confident Beginner Quilter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eNo English Paper Piecing experience is required. Basic quilting and sewing knowledge will be helpful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops\"\u003e🧰 What to Bring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003ePlease bring the following supplies:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting mat (18\" × 24\" recommended; minimum 12\" mat required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotary cutter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuilting ruler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasting glue stick or magnetic snaps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-sewing needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressing mat and iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoordinating or neutral-coloured thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops\"\u003e❤️ Make This Christmas a Little More Handmade!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eIf you’ve been wanting to try English Paper Piecing but haven’t known where to start, this is the perfect opportunity to give it a go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eSpend a relaxing day learning the art of hand sewing, discovering a new quilting technique, and creating beautiful Christmas ornaments to treasure or gift. You’ll leave with new skills, fresh inspiration, and the satisfaction of saying, \u003cstrong\u003e“I made that!”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCome stitch with us and discover the joy of English Paper Piecing!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy signing up you agree to class policies. 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