All About Hexagon Stamps and Hand Piecing Hexagons (paper free EPP!)

Wowsers! It seems like so many of you are as fascinated with hexagon stamps as I am. Recently, I shared my love for hand piecing hexagons (sewing them without papers, which some of you helpfully pointed out as being different from English paper piecing or EPP). Today, I’m diving deeper into why hexagon stamps are a game-changer and where you can get your hands on them worldwide.

Why Use Hexagon Stamps?

Hexagon stamps are a simple but brilliant tool for quilters. They help you:

Mark your cutting and sewing lines: The stamp marks both the cutting line and the seam allowance on your fabric.
Save time: No fiddling with papers or templates—just stamp, cut, and sew!
Improve accuracy: The stamped lines ensure your hexagons are perfectly sized and aligned.

I’ve been using a 1-inch hexagon stamp, paired with a Versa Magic Chalk Ink Stamp Pad in Sahara Sand. It’s perfect for stamping on the back of low-volume prints and scraps without bleeding through the fabric. Whatever stamp you choose, make sure to use an ink pad recommended by the retailer.

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What’s On My Sewing Table?

Right now, I’m hand-piecing a hexagon flower quilt. No deadline, no pressure—just a relaxed, ongoing project. I’m using my stash of scraps and low-volume prints to create hexagon flowers, stitching them together one by one. It’s the ultimate slow-stitching project and a fantastic way to unwind.

If you’re curious about how to hand piece hexagons, my PDF guide, "A Guide to Stamping and Sewing Hexagons," is the perfect resource and includes:

Step-by-step instructions for hand piecing hexagons.
Tips for using hexagon stamps.
Design-your-own hexagon motif pages.
Examples of hexagon flower designs to inspire your next quilt.

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Where to Buy Hexagon Stamps

Many of you have asked where to find these handy tools. Here are some great sources worldwide:

Australia:

United States:

Europe:

If you know of more stockists, especially in the UK or elsewhere, drop a comment below! Or, if you’re a retailer, let me know so I can add your link to this growing resource.

Ready to Get Started?

Using hexagon stamps has completely changed how I piece hexies. It’s faster, easier, and keeps everything beautifully precise. Whether you’re planning a full quilt or just a few hexagon flowers, these stamps are a must-have tool for your quilting toolbox.

Don’t forget to grab my PDF guide for hand piecing hexagons, complete with design pages and ideas to get your creative juices flowing. Happy stamping and stitching!

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