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Ready to take your English Paper Piecing to the next level? Spread your wings and take the plunge into this pattern by Sarah of Dear Stirling. The Swallow Tattoo pattern is aimed at adventurous intermediate EPP lovers who want to try something new: that new ‘something’ being paper pieced curves! Trust us, once you get the hang of it, the results are simply wonderful. Why not stitch your finished swallow onto a cushion or the back of a jacket for some serious style? dearstirling.etsy.com

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