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Where to Look for Patterns:
- Paper Piecing Pattern
Retailers - Of course this may seem the most logical choice as a place
to start looking. Several manufacturers sell direct from their web sites.
Others can be found at the major online scrapbook store retailers.
- Craft Magazines and
Books - Do you already subscribe to Crafts Magazine, or have a
collection of craft books in your hobby supplies? You may already have a
treasure trove of patterns just waiting for you to adapt them into paper
piecing patterns. The example above was from a pattern in this month's issue
of Crafts. It was originally meant to be made from wood and painted, however
the Pilgrims were so cute they were begging to be used on a Thanksgiving
scrapbook page.
- Crafts Magazine
- This magazine appeals to crafters of all skill levels and of
multiple craft interests.
- Other craft books are
available at your local craft store. Several brand new books by Design
Originals focus on patriotic themes and would make beautiful paper
piecing patterns after you used them to make all sorts of wonderful red,
white, and blue crafts to demonstrate your patriotism. Look for these
titles at your local craft store: Celebrate America Painted Wood Decor,
Proud of America Wreaths and Banners, and Stars and Stripes Painting for
Home Decor.
- Paper Piecing Pattern
Books - Some of the best bargains for patterns can be found in book
bound pattern collections. A few favorites are listed below:
- Coloring Books -
You can always dig out your the coloring books and look for just the right
picture to use for a pattern. Or, even better, search one of the numerous
online coloring book page collections to find the character you are looking
for to complete the perfect page.
- Free Online Patterns
- Of course the most popular place online to find patterns is from one of
the many online collections of free patterns. These patterns have been
provided by manufacturers, retailers, and other scrapbookers.
- Free Paper Piecing
Patterns: Links to past articles on About Scrapbooking that contain Free
Patterns plus many more links to sites all over the internet. This is
the most comprehensive list of free patterns you will find anywhere!
Looking for a specific
pattern? Come ask the other scrapbookers on the forum for help. They can point
you in the right direction. And, always make sure you fully understand the
copyrights for patterns you are using. Click here for more information about
Paper Piecing Patterns and Copyright Laws.
Happy Scrappin'
Rebecca
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