Tuesday, 18 October 2011

Winter Woolies Pattern

Thank you for such supportive emails yesterday.  Putting myself out into the commercial world even with one little paper piecing pattern is a stressful experience but now it is done I am so happy- you can find it on etsy here.  It is just turning chilly in the UK- I have put away all my summer footwear and got out my many boots, so timing couldn't be better!  I made a wall hanging with my block, it is now just by our front door as a subliminal prompt to my husband and daughter to maybe even put a coat on?
I have put a new page  here with paper piecing links,  so if you want to know the basics before you embark on a pattern like this there is some great help out there.  The best tip I can offer is one I read at The Sometimes Crafter, use an old needle without thread and machine stitch through the paper pattern on all the lines.  The perforations make the paper easier to fold its removal so much easier.  You do not need special paper just something lightweight.  I bought a pack of 70 gsm from the classiest stationery shop- Poundland.  Another tip is to print a second copy of the pattern pieces on to card- use these as a rough guide to the fabric shapes you will need.  With foundation piecing you always need bigger fabric pieces than you think! 

If you are lovely enough to purchase, you know I am here for help!  If it is sold, I will renew as soon as I can so be patient, it will be back up there!  More patterns are coming, I just need a little photoshop tutorial from my much in demand brother - I have booked him and if he wants a birthday present he knows he has to come, big sister has spoken.  Christmas themes are next- presents and candy canes I hope...
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32 comments:

  1. Maggie18 October 2011 at 17:09

    This is so great! Thanks for the info on the basics, I'm just starting out on paper piecing, but I can't wait to be able to do yours!

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  2. andrea creates18 October 2011 at 17:14

    looks great!
    i need to learn photoshop too :)

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  3. Tara18 October 2011 at 17:14

    Oh, the details really put this over the top!! It's so sweet!

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  4. Suzanne18 October 2011 at 17:34

    What a sweet pattern! I love the stamping and the couching stitch mitten cord. Lovely work.

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  5. {Leila}Where the Orchids Grow18 October 2011 at 17:47

    Congratulations!! It's already sold but if I'm quick enough I'll snatch up the next listing.

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  6. heidiabc18 October 2011 at 18:13

    I just adore this (and YOU) and cannot wait for more!!

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  7. verykerryberry18 October 2011 at 18:19

    thankyou Maggie, Andrea and Suzanne- no email adresses, but such kind words x

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  8. A.J. Dub. (Amy)18 October 2011 at 18:28

    Kerry! LOVE this! I meant to comment yesterday on the block and got sidetracked. I am linking back to my blog. Can I use a pic?

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  9. Prof. S (the enchanted bobbin)18 October 2011 at 18:41

    So cute, Kerry!!! I already loved it when you previewed the design, but with the stamping and stitching this is SUPREMELY CUTE. My machine needs a tune-up and repair, but I hope I have it back soon and will then buy a copy of your sweet pattern.

    I can't wait for the book...I think that's the path you're on, my friends....

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  10. Archie The Wonder Dog18 October 2011 at 18:43

    Beautiful pattern - good luck with it!

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  11. Teje18 October 2011 at 19:47

    That is really beautiful and cute! I love the details you have add, stitiching, button, printed letters and the metallic 'holes' for hanging! I still haven't tried paper piecing but with your great help I think I should start!
    Good luck for your patterns!
    xxx Teje

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  12. Anonymous18 October 2011 at 20:05

    Awesome!! I will have to hop over to your shop and do some shopping :)

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  13. Manda18 October 2011 at 20:14

    That is so cute! Congrats!
    I have yet to try paper piecing but its on my "one day" list!

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  14. Sheetal18 October 2011 at 20:37

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  15. Sheetal18 October 2011 at 20:39

    good heavens Kerry! this is so absolutely adorable. I'm imagining it on handmade Christmas presents....

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  16. Judith, Belfast18 October 2011 at 21:04

    Well done Kerry, this wee wallhanging is adorable! I'm sure you will have lots of demand for your patterns. Best of luck! Jxo

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  17. Mrs Flying Blind...18 October 2011 at 21:19

    I loved it so much I bought the t-shirt, um, I mean pattern! Encore!

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  18. Nova18 October 2011 at 23:34

    Congratulations Kerry!
    yay! so exciting!
    Thanks for all the links & your tutorial too - I really need to put my big girl pants on & try my hand at paper piecing ;)
    x

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  19. krislovesfabric18 October 2011 at 23:45

    Beautiful pattern, love your results! I'm still not a huge paper piecing fan but your instructions in the tutorial make it easier to be brave enough to work with those itty bitty pieces! I will anxiously await your sewing machine pattern, hint hint... :)

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  20. Shannon18 October 2011 at 23:57

    Eeekk! I love this! And it will be great for Christmas presents!!

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  21. Anonymous19 October 2011 at 00:15

    Kerry...This is SO ADORABLE!!!!!!!
    I like paper piecing and this one is the cutest pattern I have ever seen.
    I will stop by your shop very soon.
    :)))

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  22. Anna19 October 2011 at 01:06

    yay hurray! congrats again Kerry, looks totally amazing. :)

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  23. sewtakeahike19 October 2011 at 03:00

    It's absolutely adorable, Kerry! Your piecing patterns are always so creative and your finishing touches take them over the top. I can't wait to try your pattern!

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  24. ayumills19 October 2011 at 03:30

    Congratulations, Kerry! I'm loving this so much! Love the curvy stitching and the stamps you added too! Now I want to make mine!!

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  25. Anonymous19 October 2011 at 05:37

    Just a quick note to let you know that a link to this post will be placed on CraftCrave today [18 Oct 09:00pm GMT]. Thanks, Maria

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  26. Poppyprint19 October 2011 at 07:28

    Suuuuuper fun, Kerry!!! Congratulations, I know there will be plenty more equally amazing patterns!

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  27. Kandi19 October 2011 at 16:02

    It's beautiful! I have to say a big thank you also, a friend of mine (brand new to quilting) is doing a quilt along at a local fabric store and this month's pattern was quite confusing so she came to me for help. I know about sewing but nothing about quilting but I knew you did and I followed your guidelines and the links for paper piecing and we cracked it! Yay! Thanks.
    Kandi x

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  28. Happybee19 October 2011 at 22:13

    this is adorable!!!!!

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  29. **nicke...20 October 2011 at 17:37

    love it! congrats kerry! i hope you sell a million of them!

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  30. marit22 October 2011 at 10:45

    This is so cute!!! Love your text, too!
    ; )

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  31. Anonymous3 November 2015 at 01:37

    are you still selling this pattern?

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    1. verykerryberry3 November 2015 at 07:44

      Hi Sara, I had to stop selling on Etsy as there were issues with tax and PDF patterns being sold from Europe to elsewhere that Etsy didn’t address for a long time. You can buy the pattern here instead! Regards Kerry

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