Fun with Foundation Paper Piecing 27 – Optical Twist

Welcome to another episode of Fun with Foundation Paper Piecing. This time we will be doing a variation on a log cabin block that gives the optical illusion of a twisted tunnel.

Here is the finished block that I made whilst creating this design and recording the tutorial


Download The Pattern PDF

To download the PDF sheet which contains the templates and foundation pattern, just click the relevant button below.


Sew Along

Watch the video below to see how this block comes together … also eat snacks!


Share Your Creations!

Want to share your foundation paper piecing block success with others that enjoy this hobby too? Please feel free to join my dedicated Facebook group and pop your pictures there.



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Ok, that’s it for this one. Thanks for stopping by and I hope to see you again tomorrow.

Best wishes,

John. x

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