Ladybird: Modern English Paper Piecing

This lovely folk-inspired Ladybird features a unique floral-backed design using the modern English Paper Piecing technique. It can be constructed using the materials provided in the box to create a beautiful stuffed wall hanging, or alternatively, you can apply the design as an applique to an array of your own homeware or clothing for example a cushion, tote bag or jacket.

 The materials in this box included a bundle of premium cotton fabrics and all patterns you need, with simple-to-follow step-by-step instructions to complete the design.

 Ladybirds are symbols of good luck, protection, and healing, ideal to have around the home. English Paper Piecing is a simple method of quilting that uses paper or card interlocking shapes covered in fabric, this style of quilting dates to the 1700s. Recently, this method has become highly popular in using modern graphic designs of plants and animals, this box contains a unique pattern of the reflective design of a ladybird, which goes together a little like stitched a jigsaw puzzle.

 The finished ladybird measures 35cm/14-inch height by 30cm/ 12 inches wide