![Paper Piecing in Progress](https://artquiltmaker.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/20201129_204332_wm-sm-260x300.jpg)
My class is doing foundation paper piecing.
I am not a fan of foundation paper piecing, but I do see it as an essential skill, so we are working on it.
In the past, I have taught this class using the New York Beauty block, which I love. I decided to change so that the block would focus primarily on the piecing rather than curves as well as foundation paper piecing.
The image above is one that I just can’t believe. I can’t believe such a weird looking compilation of fabric shapes can end up looking like the block below.
![Cactus Compass block](https://artquiltmaker.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/20201129_215507_wm-sm-300x300.jpg)
I used a pattern from Wombat Quilts (a really good site, if you haven’t been there) called Cactus Compass block. Even I made the block! Despite all the swearing and ripping, it came out pretty well.
Yes, there are a few fabric problems. I didn’t notice them until I was finished with the block and stood back to look at it. I don’t know how it happened, but such is the result of foundation paper piecing.