Episode 42: Foundation Paper Piecing with Julius Handmade

This week on The Sewcial Hour Podcast, we’re joined by quilt designer and maker Julius Rempe-Night of Julius Handmade to talk all things Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) — one of the most striking and precise techniques in modern quilting.

Known for his bold geometric designs, fearless color palettes, and thoughtful approach to creativity, Julius shares how he discovered FPP, why he fell in love with the technique, and how it became the foundation of his pattern design work. With over eight years of experience, he’s helping quilters of all levels see that FPP isn’t just about precision — it’s about unlocking new creative possibilities.

In this episode we chat about:

• How Julius got started with quilting and design
• Why foundation paper piecing isn’t as intimidating as it seems
• His pattern design process and the tools he uses
• The role color plays in creating bold quilts
• The mindset shift students experience when learning FPP
• Why he shares free patterns and a yearly Block of the Month

Julius also shares what he’s currently working on, his favorite sewing tools, and details about his Foundation Paper Piecing design classes for makers who want to start creating their own patterns.

✨ Special for Sewcial Hour listeners:
Use code SEWCIALHOUR at checkout on the Julius Handmade Etsy shop for 20% off all patterns through the end of April. You can access the shop through his website below.

Connect with Julius:
Website: www.juliushandmade.com
Instagram: @juliushandmade
YouTube: Julius Handmade

We’d love to see your projects! If you try foundation paper piecing or one of Julius’s patterns, share your wins in our Facebook group The Sewcial Sewists.

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Next week: We’re diving into a topic every maker eventually faces — The Economics of Handmade. 💸🧵