Australian Homespun

4 min. di lettura

• Fat quarter bright yellow print fabric (centre yoyos) • 3.2m (3 1/2yd) yellow print fabric (outer rounds of Rows 1, 3 and 5) • 1.5m (1 5/8yd) green-navy print fabric (outer rounds of Rows 2 and 4) • 20 fat quarters of assorted light and dark print

Quilters Companion

1 min. di lettura

Saving you OVER $50 WHEN YOU SUBSCRIBE To receive this offer, call 1300 303 414 and quote the code: C/QC103. HURRY! Offer ends 9th July, 2020 TWO YEARS (16 ISSUES) Quilters Companion magazine INCLUDING SPECIAL EDITIONS 2 x Great Australian Quilts and

Love of Quilting

1 min. di lettura

Affixing a fabric identifier to the handle of carrying cases and totes helps to instantly identify them at quilting retreats. This also works great for spotting your luggage on the airport carousel. Evelyn Campeau Fort Kent, AB Sometimes my organi

Quilting Arts Magazine

2 min. di lettura

For me, that is always a dilemma. I have no problem setting aside a novel or two for a vacation getaway. In fact, my reading list is always longer than I have time to complete on a trip. But I find it much harder to hone in on a take-away project tha

QUILTMAKER

1 min. di lettura

Betsy Vinegrad’s Modern Mandala in the May/June ’19 issue of Quiltmaker was one that called to my heart. I made her paper-pieced quilt a bit bigger than her original by enlarging the paper pieces by 200% with mine finishing at 55” x 55”. It certainly

Love of Quilting

3 min. di lettura

FINISHED SIZE: 80"× 80" FINISHED BLOCKS: 100 (8") blocks ► 3¼ yards white batik for blocks and strip sets ► 1⅝ green batik 1 for strip sets and binding ► 3 yards green batik 2 for blocks and strip sets ► ½ yard magenta batik for blocks ► ⅝ yard gree

Ideas

1 min. di lettura

DIFFICULTY: medium TIME: 1-3 hours We all have that one pair of tired, worn-out jeans that we just cannot bring ourselves to throw out. Why not turn them into a Japanese-quilt-inspired rug? Cut the jeans into small rectangles or squares and sew the p

Quilting Arts Magazine

1 min. di lettura

Th is is the first of four articles meant to inspire readers of Quilting Arts to get out their needles and thread and take a deep dive into handwork. In this series, Julie will guide readers as they explore hand stitching in ways that reflect the the

Primitive Quilts and Projects Magazine

2 min. di lettura

Whether you are a new quilter or seasoned sewer, we all encounter challenges during the creative process. Send your questions to jeni@primitivequiltsandprojects.com, and longtime quilter and rug hooker Jeni Gaston might address them in a future issue

Love Patchwork & Quilting

1 min. di lettura

You've finished your piecing, your quilt sandwich is nicely layered up and basted… it's time for some quilting! Check out our guide for techniques, troubleshooting and more. Top quilting experts – from Angela Walters to Christina Cameli – offer their

Today's Quilter

1 min. di lettura

“Nikki, the Covering Editor of Today’s Quilter, asked me to design a quilt inspired by Moroccan tiles – she had holidayed there recently and taken many photos of the beautiful and colourful wall and floor tiles. I picked a couple of different motifs

Primitive Quilts and Projects Magazine

2 min. di lettura

Finished size: 4½" x 11" Finished framed size: 7" x 14" •¼ yard tan print for background• 3½" x 9" black wool for appliqué background• 2¼" x 6" tan/brown plaid wool for acorns• 2¼" x 3¾" tan wool for acorn caps• 1½" x 1¾" brown wool for stems• 2½" sq

Love of Quilting

1 min. di lettura

Krisanne‘s Amish-inspired design is a striking example of the Amish tradition of using solids, a dark background, and repeating blocks. Amish quilts are characterized by simple, geometric blocks. Amish quiltmakers are sophisticated in their use of co

Quilters Companion

2 min. di lettura

Welcome to our new block of the month and kits section where each issue we will bring you a diverse selection of block of the month programs and kits for purchase. These product cover a variety of styles, colours and techniques. Kits and block of the

Love Patchwork & Quilting

1 min. di lettura

Hands up all those whose fabric stashes are threatening to take over the house? We thought so – you are not alone! This issue we’ve tasked our brilliant designers with taking a long hard look at their own stashes and producing some gorgeous quilts to

Today's Quilter

1 min. di lettura

Lynne Goldsworthy from Lily’s Quilts is a modern British quilter. She has been sewing since she was a young child and, on a business trip to America, she fell in love with American quilts and tried her hand at the craft. Then life and family happened

Today's Quilter

1 min. di lettura

For this article, we will be referring to totally self-contained fabric images. These are often framed by a border of some sort, but not always. However, in a future issue of Today’s Quilter, we will look more specifically at fussy cutting, which is

McCall's Quilting

1 min. di lettura

When selecting embroidery designs for quilting, look for designs that are designated as such. However, don’t limit your options. As a general guide, avoid high stitch density designs and focus instead on simple designs that feature open running stitc

Today's Quilter

1 min. di lettura

Amanda has worked with a fabric collection to create her Half Log Cabin design on page 52. Grab some fabric you love and get sewing. New to Today’s Quilter, check out Ann & Darren’s gorgeous stained glass cushion on page 73, featuring reverse appliq

QUILTMAKER

3 min. di lettura

Scott Hansen is the self-proclaimed "Mad Color Scientist" behind the wheel at Blue Nickel Studios. He designed his first quilt at age 14, and while it took a few years for the quilting bug to take hold, he is a prolific quilt designer and champion. A

Today's Quilter

1 min. di lettura

Linda Clements is a leading technical quilting expert, editor and writer who, for 25 years, has worked on many fabric and craft titles for David & Charles and other leading craft publishers. Among the many quilters who have trusted Linda to ensure

QUILTMAKER

1 min. di lettura

From Robot Mom Sews comes the delightful Unicorn Thread Gloss. Choose from a selection of seasonal and standard scents, then simply glide your thread across the top of the gloss to help your thread stay tangle free as you hand-sew. Choose from a Unic

Today's Quilter

1 min. di lettura

Are you interested in joining Lynne Edwards’ virtual classes? Drop her an email at lynneedwardsquilts@me.com Join a Thread House Virtual Retreat – the Halloween Retreat takes place 17th-18th November, and the Christmas Retreat takes pace 5th-6th Dec

Today's Quilter

1 min. di lettura

Linda Clements is a leading technical quilting expert, editor and writer who, for 25 years, has worked on many fabric and craft titles for David & Charles and other leading craft publishers. Among the many quilters who have trusted Linda to ensure

Simply Sewing

1 min. di lettura

The Knitting and Stitching Show is running a special edition of its Alexandra Palace event this year, with 160 workshops and a dedicated shopping village. See more at theknittingandstitchingshow.com Join like-minded makers at The Creative Craft Show

Love of Quilting

1 min. di lettura

Natalie Crabtree is a quilter, pattern designer, and lover of color and all things quilt! She started her creative journey in September 2014 and hasn’t looked back. She enjoys designing quilts, creating sample quilts for various fabric companies prof

McCall's Quilting

1 min. di lettura

Abigail tells of her inspiration for Magic Cube. “In late January, my quilting bee enjoyed a docent-led tour of the Quilt Speak exhibit at the North Carolina History Museum in Raleigh. An unfinished string-pieced star was on display, foundation piece

Love of Quilting

1 min. di lettura

I got tired of dropping my spool of thread and chasing it across the room. I found a block of wood in my husband’s workshop and put a nail in the top, then I glued a refrigerator magnet to one side. Now I can keep my spool on the nail, and my needle

McCall's Quilting

1 min. di lettura

• your photos• ideas• stories Susan Winkelstern of Mulliken, Michigan, has made Snowman Party (McCall’s Quilting January/February 2019). These cheery red, green, and white holiday fabrics are sure to bring warmth to the holiday season! Lindsay Ryd

Today's Quilter

1 min. di lettura

Linda Clements is a leading technical quilting expert, editor and writer who, for 25 years, has worked on many fabric and craft titles for David & Charles and other leading craft publishers. Among the many quilters who have trusted Linda to ensure