Hexagon / EPP Calculator
English Paper Piecing math — hexagon sizing, cutting, and how many you need.
| Side | Finished Size | Cut Size | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ½" | 1" × 0.87" | 1.75" × 1.62" | Grandmother's Flower Garden |
| 1" | 2" × 1.73" | 2.75" × 2.48" | Most popular EPP size |
| 2" | 4" × 3.46" | 4.75" × 4.21" | Fussy cutting, large prints |
EPP Tips:
- The "side length" is what EPP paper templates are sold by (e.g. "1-inch hexagons" have 1" sides)
- Use ⅜" seam allowance for EPP (not the usual ¼")
- Reusable papers save money on large projects — pop them out after pressing
- Fabric glue basting is faster than thread basting for most people
- Pre-cut hex bundles from fabric lines save cutting time