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T H E M A G A Z I N E F O R T O D AY ’ S Q U I LT E R

Quilter’s World

A Must Read Breaking the Rules of Quilting By Debby Brown

16 PROJECTS TO JUMP-START YOUR SPRING STITCHING

& RAILSPinwheels

A Touch of Appliqué Gives This Row Quilt

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Creative PiecesPatterns to inspire you.

10 Sophia’s GardenThe perfect gift for a special young lady.

18 To the GardenSpinning flowers are the focus.

24 Squared Corners Baby QuiltPerfect for the large-scale print.

30 HydrangeaThis one is for the batik lover.

35 Spring in Cape MayOne block in two color selections.

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Quilter’s World

A Must-Read Breaking the Rules of Quilting By Debby Brown

16 PROJECTS TO JUMP-START YOUR SPRING STITCHING

& RAILSPinwheels

A Touch of Appliqué Gives This Row Quilt

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Fresh Blooms & FloralsBring a breath of spring color into your quilting.

40 Look on the Bright SideDress up your table.

44 Spring FlingUse large-scale florals.

48 Pinwheels & RailsMake a trendy row quilt.

56 Whirlybird QuiltThis quilt says “spring!”

60 Simply Scrap FlowersA perfect project for breast cancer awareness.

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On the CoverPinwheels & Rails, page 48

Breaking the Rules of Quilting, page 68

FeaturesPick the right project for your needs.

Little Packages65 Home PincushionA great scrappy project.

Quilting on Your Machine68 Breaking the Rules of Quilting The rules of quilting explored.

Precut Corner72 To the PointUse a collection of fun fabrics to make this one.

Done in One78 Welcome to Our NestAppliqué a wall hanging in a day.

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After a long winter inside, all I want to do is play in my flower beds and witness Mother Nature, yet again, bringing forth her blankets of color. It’s a rebirth of inspiration for my quilting. Although, it’s the winter months that give me the time I need to actually make quilts, I do my planning and sketching in the spring. I need the wintertime in my studio to actually work on all the quilted projects that the spring months have inspired.

In this issue you will find spring, with fresh blooms of color in the quilts within. Let them inspire

a season of creative quilting whether you spend time inside or out. You’ll find table runners, small projects and lots of quilts. There are so many outstanding projects in this issue, I dare not list them all, so page through and select your favorites. If blooms and refreshing colors inspire you, it’s here.

There’s everything you’ll need to kick-start your quilting this spring. I hope you enjoy this issue as much as I did planning it. Let us know what you think at [email protected].

Enjoy!

“Oh, Spring! I want to go out and feel you and get inspiration. My old things seem dead. I want fresh contacts, more vital searching.”

—Emily Carr

Carolyn S. Vagts Editor

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Collegian StreamersI am proud to show you the quilt I

made for my granddaughter Molly for her to take to college. I used Cathey Laird’s Streamers design that was featured in the Quilter’s World spring 2017 issue because I felt it had a col-legian feel to it. I embroidered the “M” for Molly and the school, and ex-tended the length and width to better accommodate her dorm bed. Thanks for a terrific magazine.

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Triangles in MotionI was looking for the perfect quilt

for my daughter and son-in-law, and I found it in the Quilter’s World summer 2016 issue. I used Triangles in Motion by Holly Daniels and expanded the design for a king-size bed. While mak-ing the quilt top, I bought two new

machines with embroidery capabili-ties to add a quilt label. Lisa Wiley machine-quilted this for me on her longarm machine.

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Bright GiraffesWhen my great-granddaughter was

born, her animal theme was giraffes. When I saw Nancy Brumfield’s A Giraffe of Many Colors design in the Quilter’s World spring 2014 issue, it was just a “I have to make that” decision. This is my version, and it fits her big bed. It was so much fun to make, and it all came out of my stash of fabrics. Thank you.

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F R O M T H E E D I T O R SFavorite Finds Editor Carolyn S. Vagts and Managing Editor Barb Sprunger share their views on

products that are available for quilters. Please check AnniesCraftStore.com or your local quilt shop for products. If you can’t find a product, contact the manufacturer directly to find a shop in your area.

Pincushions & MoreExperience the joy of making pincushions as use-

ful gifts for those who share your interest in quilt-ing and sewing while using some of your collection of fabric scraps. Eight talented designers created 16 unique pincushion and needlebook projects that will be sure to please your style and skill level. You’ll find quilt block designs and a variety of your favorite pets and animals in this inspiring collection. Stitching pincushions can make for a fun afternoon activity and can be the perfect take-along small project. Each project in Pincushions & More is beautifully photographed with easy-to-follow instructions and full-color figure drawings.

Annie’s (2017), $9.99, 64 pages, paperback, AnniesCraftStore.com

Wonder FuseUse Clover

Wonder Fuse to turn most any fabric into a fusible fabric. It works great for appliqué on apparel, quilts, embroidery, home decor and crafts. This paper-backed fusible web will keep your fabric soft and ready to sew, and it is recommended for your most delicate work. It’s so easy to use—just use a hot, dry iron for fast results. Each Wonder Fuse package includes 10 (9" x 8") sheets.

Available at Annie’s, Wonder Fuse, $9.99, AnniesCraftStore.com

Roxanne Glue-Baste-It Two-Way Applicator

Roxanne Glue-Baste-It is now available in a handy two-way applicator bottle with 1.5 fluid ounces of this popular quilting and sewing accessory. The fine tip on one end is excellent for positioning appliqués. The wide tip on the other end is ideal for applying sashings for quilt-as-you-go projects. Or turn the wide tip sideways for a narrower line of glue. Roxanne Glue-Baste-It is a temporary basting glue that holds firmly until moistened or washed. It is 100 percent water-soluble, pH neutral and dries clear.

Colonial Needle Co., suggested retail—$11

Binding Babies Spools & Dress ClipsDoohikey Designs has created a fun and decorative way to store your

binding, trims, ribbons, lace and rickrack. Their slotted wooden spools come in three different sizes: large, medium and mini, and they come in six different color combinations. The large-size spool is 6" tall and holds up to 4"-wide binding strips; the medium size measures 4" in height and holds up to 21/2"-wide accessories. The mini size spool is 3" in height and holds up to 1"-wide trims. Binding Babies Dress Clips are available in red, pink, green and blue. Each glass jar is topped with a wooden mini baby head and contains 40 binding clips.

Doohikey Designs, suggested retail—Binding Babies Spools: Large $18.95, Medium $15.95 and Mini $12.95; Binding Babies Dress Clips $10.95


Cotton Way ClassicsBy Bonnie Olaveson

Fill your home with fresh and timeless patchwork that will never go out of style! These 13 traditional designs from Bonnie Olaveson of Cotton Way are presented together for the first time in a curated collection of all-time favorites. Most of the projects are scrappy and were made with Bonnie & Camille fabric by Moda. Styled photos showcase lap-size to bed-size quilt projects featuring classic blocks in traditional settings.

That Patchwork Place (2017), $24.99, 80 pages, paperback

Simple Folded Corners RulerMake accurate folded corners every time with the

Simple Folded Corners Ruler by Antler Quilt Design. The ruler features 12 different sizes to choose from to create 1/2" to 6" finished folded corners. Choose between two methods—oversize folded corners that are trimmed down, or exact-size folded corners with no trimming needed. No matter what shape you are adding a folded corner to (square, rectangle, triangle), this ruler can add them with

ease. The Simple Folded Corners ruler comes with fully illustrated right- and left-handed step-by-step instructions. A free video demo is available on the Antler Quilt Design website.

Antler Quilt Design, suggested retail—$24

Mighty Steam IronThis petite steam

iron is ideal for many quilting, sewing and craft projects, such as applying appliqués and pressing bias tape. This little iron heats up quickly and has an 8-foot-long cord. It is the perfect size iron to take along to quilt class, use in the dorm or on any travels. The Dritz Mighty Steam Iron features a nonstick sole plate and dual voltage. For easy storage and travel, it comes with its own drawstring bag and measuring cup.

Available at Annie’s, Mighty Steam Iron, $32.99, AnniesCraftStore.com

Cake Mix Recipe Create effortless and precise quilt blocks using Moda’s Cake Mix Recipe

packs. What is a Moda Cake Mix Recipe? It is a recipe for block parts that makes “baking” a Layer Cake quilt easier than ever. This unique paper is designed to

work in conjunction with 10" precut fabric squares. Each recipe tablet has 44 sheets and includes several

simple block and layout ideas. Just pin one paper sheet on top of two fabric squares and

machine-stitch following the arrows. When the stitching is completed, cut on the lines,

press and remove the paper carefully. Cupcake Mix Recipe papers are also available for use with 5" precut fabric squares. Both the Cake and Cup-

cake Mix Recipe paper tablets come in a variety of quilt block designs to allow your creativity to soar.

Moda suggested retail—Cake Mix Recipe papers $12.95; Cupcake Mix Recipe papers $7.95

A Piece of CakeBy Peta Peace

Mix simple piecing with precut 10" squares, plus your favorite background fabrics, and you’ve got a quilt you’ll be proud of. Transform your precut collection into intricate-looking designs that are a breeze to stitch. Author Peta Peace’s tips will help you start and finish like a pro. All 14 patterns are designed to help build your quilting skills while you make beautiful quilted memories to cherish and share.

That Patchwork Place (2017), $24.99, 80 pages, paperback


C U T T I N GPrepare templates for A/E petals and G/J centers using patterns given. Cut as directed on each piece. Prepare the F leaf pieces for fusible appliqué referring to Raw-Edge Fusible Appliqué on page 14.From lime green solid:• Cut 4 (11/2" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 1 each size for stems: 11/2" x 121/2" K, 11/2" x 181/2" L, 11/2" x 24" M, 11/2" x 331/2" N and 11/2" x 371/2" O.

From magenta solid:• Cut 7 (21/4" by fabric width) binding strips.

D E S I G N E D & Q U I LT E D BY K I M I E TA N N E R & M I S S Y W I N O N A O F O N W I L L I A M’S S T R E E T

Sophia’s GardenImagine this beautiful quilt on your bed or wall. Spring is in the air.

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Skill Level: Confident BeginnerQuilt Size: 611/2" x 701/2"

Block Size: 9" x 9" finishedNumber of Blocks: 42

M AT E R I A L S • 2 (3" x 7") A pieces each of 4 orange

prints• 2 (4" x 9") B pieces each of 4 orange

prints• 2 (4" x 9") C pieces each of 4 purple

prints• 2 (5" x 11") D pieces each of 4 pink/

red prints• 2 (6" x 13") E pieces each of 4 red/pink

prints• 5/8 yard lime green solid• 5/8 yard magenta solid• 3/4 yard aqua solid• 7/8 yard yellow solid• 11/8 yards each lavender, lilac, light

blue, medium blue and aqua solids• Backing to size• Batting to size• Thread• 11/2 yards 18"-wide fusible web• Basic sewing tools and supplies

From aqua solid:• Cut 7 (31/4" by fabric width) S/T strips.From yellow solid:• Cut 7 (11/2" by fabric width) Q/R strips. From 5 solids:• Cut 3 (103/4" by fabric width) strips

each fabric.Subcut strips into 9 (103/4") P squares

from each fabric (45 total).

CO M P L E T I N G T H E B AC KG R O U N D B LO C K S1. Layer five different-fabric P squares right side up in a single stack. 2. Make a diagonal cut on the left side and move the cut pieces aside as shown in Figure 1.

3. Make a second cut on the left bottom edge as shown in Figure 2; move aside.

4. Cut the remaining right section into three pieces as shown in Figure 3.

5. Mix the pieces up so that each separated square in the pile has one piece of each fabric as shown in Figure 4; number each piece from 1–5.

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6. Select the pieces for one block. Sew the pieces back together in numerical order, again referring to Figure 4.7. Press the stitched unit and trim to 91/2" x 91/2" to complete one Background block as shown in Figure 5.

8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 to make four more blocks.9. Repeat steps 1–8 to complete a total of 45 Background blocks. Set aside three blocks for another project.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E Q U I LTRefer to the Assembly Diagram as needed to complete the quilt top.1. Arrange and join six Background blocks to make a row; press. Repeat to make seven rows. 2. Join the rows to complete the pieced center.3. Join four different A petal pieces to make an A unit as shown in Figure 6; press seams open. Repeat. Join the two units to complete one A petal unit as shown in Figure 7.

4. Repeat step 3 to make B, C, D and E petal units. Trim excess seam allowance on the A, B and C petal units as necessary to make smooth edges.

5. Cut pieces of fusible web and fuse randomly to the wrong side of each of the prepared petal units. Remove paper backing.6. Cut 1" pieces of fusible web and fuse randomly to the wrong side of each K, L, M, N and O stem piece. Remove paper backing and fuse pieces to the quilt top with one end of each even with the bottom edge. 7. Arrange and fuse the F leaves, petal units and the G, H, I and J flower centers on and above the fused stems as desired.8. Machine-stitch around edges of fused shapes using thread to match fabrics and your favorite machine-appliqué stitch.9. Join the Q/R strips on the short ends to make one long strip; press. Subcut strip into two each 11/2" x 631/2" Q strips and 11/2" x 561/2" R strips. 10. Sew Q strips to opposite long sides and R strips to the top and bottom of the pieced center; press. 11. Join the S/T strips on the short ends to make one long strip; press. Subcut

strip into two each 31/4" x 651/2" S strips and 31/4" x 62" T strips.12. Sew S strips to opposite long sides and T strips to the top and bottom of the pieced center to complete the quilt top; press.13. Create a quilt sandwich referring to Quilting Basics on page 94. 14. Quilt as desired.15. Bind edges referring to Quilting Basics on page 94 to finish. QW

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Practice turning inside and outside corners on scrap fabric before stitching appliqué pieces. Learn how your machine stitches so that you can make the pivot points smooth.1. To stitch outer corners, stitch to the edge of the corner and stop with needle in the fabric at the corner point. Pivot to the next side of the corner and continue to sew (Photo 3). You will get a box on an outside corner.

2. To stitch inner corners, pivot at the inner point with needle in fabric (Photo 4). You will see a Y shape in the corner.

One of the easiest ways to appliqué is the raw-edge fusible-web method. Paper-backed fusible web individual pieces are fused to the wrong side of specified fabrics, cut out and then fused together in a motif or individually to a foundation fabric, where they are machine-stitched in place.

C H O O S I N G A P P L I Q U É FA B R I C SDepending on the appliqué, you may want to consider using batiks. Batik is a much tighter weave and, because of the manufacturing process, does not fray. If you are thinking about using regular quilting cottons, be sure to stitch your raw-edge appliqués with blanket/buttonhole stitches instead of a straight stitch.

C U T T I N G A P P L I Q U É P I E C E S1. Fusible appliqué shapes should be reversed for this technique. 2. Trace the appliqué shapes onto the paper side of paper-backed fusible web. Leave at least 1/4" between shapes. Cut out shapes leaving a margin around traced lines. Note: If doing several identical appliqués, trace reversed shapes onto template material to make reusable templates for tracing shapes onto the fusible web.3. Follow manufacturer’s instructions and fuse shapes to wrong side of fabric as indicated on pattern for color and number to cut.4. Cut out appliqué shapes on traced lines. Remove paper backing from shapes.

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5. Again following fusible web manufacturer’s instructions, arrange and fuse pieces to quilt referring to quilt pattern. Or fuse together shapes on top of an appliqué ironing mat to make an appliqué motif that can then be fused to the quilt.

S T I TC H I N G A P P L I Q U É E D G E SMachine-stitch appliqué edges to secure the appliqués in place and help finish the raw edges with matching or invisible thread (Photo 1). Note: To show stitching, all samples have been stitched with contrasting thread.

Invisible thread can be used to stitch appliqués down when using the blanket or straight stitches. Do not use it for the satin stitch. Definitely practice with invisible thread before using it on your quilt; it can some-times be difficult to work with.

A short, narrow buttonhole or blanket stitch is most commonly used (Photo 2). Your machine manual may also refer to this as an appliqué stitch. Be sure to stitch next to the appliqué edge with the stitch catching the appliqué.

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3. You can also use a machine straight stitch. Turn corners in the same manner, stitching to the corners and pivoting with needle in down position (Photo 5).

G E N E R A L A P P L I Q U É T I P S1. Use a light- to medium-weight stabilizer behind an appliqué to keep the fabric from puckering during machine stitching (Photo 6).

2. To reduce the stiffness of a finished appliqué, cut out the center of the fusible web shape, leaving 1/4"–1/2" inside the pattern line. This gives a border of adhesive to fuse to the background and leaves the center soft and easy to quilt. 3. If an appliqué fabric is so light colored or thin that the background fabric shows through, fuse a light-weight interfacing to the wrong side of the fabric. You can also fuse a piece of the appliqué fabric to a match-ing piece, wrong sides together, and then apply the fusible web with a drawn pattern to one side.

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From precut 10" squares:• Cut a total of 13 (21/2") C squares from

green and gray squares.• Cut 2 (21/2" x 10") strips from each aqua

and pink or red square.Subcut strips into 8 (21/2") D/E squares

each fabric to total 32 D/E aqua squares and 72 D/E pink or red squares.

From green print:• Cut 3 (21/2" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 36 (21/2") F squares.• Cut 6 (21/4" by fabric width) binding strips. From white print:• Cut 7 (41/2" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 104 (21/2" x 41/2") A rectangles.

• Cut 4 (21/2" by fabric width) strips.Subcut strips into 52 (21/2") B squares.

• Cut 1 (16" by fabric width) strip. Subcut strip into 2 (151/2") G squares and

2 (8") H squares. Cut each G square on both diagonals to make 8 G triangles and each H square on 1 diagonal to make 4 H triangles.

• Cut 5 (41/2" by fabric width) I/J strips.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E P I E C E D U N I T S1. Draw a diagonal line from corner to corner on the wrong side of each F square and half the D/E squares of each fabric for E.2. Referring to Figure 1, place an F square right sides together on one end of A and stitch on the marked line. Trim seam allowance to 1/4" beyond the stitched line

C U T T I N GAccuQuilt die-cutting and piecing methods use the chisel shape and half-square triangles. These instructions use the stitch-and-flip method.

D E S I G N E D & Q U I LT E D BY T E R R I VA N D E N B O S C H

To the GardenBrighten any room with this quilted garden of spinning flowers.


Skill Level: Confident BeginnerQuilt Size: 503/4" x 503/4"


M AT E R I A L S • 2 each precut 10" squares green

and gray prints*• 4 precut 10" squares aqua prints • 9 precut 10" squares pink or

red prints*• 7/8 yard green print*• 25/8 yards white print• Backing to size• Batting to size• Thread• AccuQuilt GO! cutting dies (optional)*• Basic sewing tools and supplies

*Flower Mill fabric collection by Corey Yoder for Moda; Chisel die from the GO! Qube 8" Companion Set-Classics from AccuQuilt® used to make sample.

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and press F to the right side to complete one A-F unit. Repeat to make a total of 36 A-F units.

Pink or Red Fancy Flower10" x 10" Finished Block

Make 9

A

B

C

DE

F

Aqua Flower10" x 10" Finished Block

Make 4

AA

C

B

DE

Figure 1

FF

AA

1/4"A-F UnitMake 36

Here’s a TipUsing the chisel die from the Go! Companion 8" Qube die set from AccuQuilt makes sewing a breeze. Cutting the shape and triangles to match changed the cutting and instructions. No trimming of triangle needed from the sew-and-flip method.


“ Flower quilts are very trendy. It feels like spring breezes with the

pinwheel-type flower. It’s a nice way to use a collection of fabrics. Setting

the blocks on point showcases the pinwheel form yet the ‘flower’ is still

the star.” — Terri Vanden Bosch


CO M P L E T I N G T H E P I N K O R R E D FA N C Y F LO W E R B LO C K S1. To complete one Pink or Red Fancy Flower block, select one C square and four each matching-fabric A-E-F and B-D units.2. Sew a B-D unit to opposite sides of C to make the center row as shown in Figure 6; press.

3. Sew a B-D unit between two A-E-F units to make the top row as shown in Figure 7; press. Repeat to make the bottom row.

4. Sew the center row between the top and bottom rows to complete one Pink or Red Fancy Flower block as shown in Figure 8; press.

5. Repeat steps 1–4 to complete a total of nine Pink or Red Fancy Flower blocks.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E AQ UA F LO W E R B LO C K S1. To complete one Aqua Flower block, select one C square and four each matching-fabric A-A-E and B-D units.2. Sew a B-D unit to opposite sides of C to make the center row, again referring to Figure 6; press.

3. Repeat step 2 with A and marked E squares to make a total of 36 pink or red A-E units and 16 aqua A-E units as shown in Figure 2.

4. Join an A-F unit and a pink or red A-E unit to make an A-E-F unit as shown in Figure 3; press. Repeat to make a total of 36 A-E-F units.

5. Sew an A rectangle to an aqua A-E unit to make an A-A-E unit as shown in Figure 4; press. Repeat to make a total of 16 A-A-E units.

6. Sew B to D to make a B-D unit as shown in Figure 5; press. Repeat to make a total of 36 pink or red B-D units and 16 aqua B-D units.

3. Sew a B-D unit between two A-A-E units to make the top row as shown in Figure 9; press. Repeat to make the bottom row.

4. Sew the center row between the top and bottom rows to complete one Aqua Flower block as shown in Figure 10.

5. Repeat steps 1–4 to complete a total of four Aqua Flower blocks.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E Q U I LTRefer to the Assembly Diagram for construction steps.1. Sew a G triangle to opposite sides and an H triangle to one remaining side of a Pink or Red Fancy Flower block to make a corner unit; press. Repeat to make a second corner unit.2. Arrange and join the remaining blocks with G and H triangles in diagonal rows with the corner units to complete the pieced center; press.3. Join the I/J strips on the short ends to make one long strip; press. Subcut strip into two each 41/2" x 431/4" I strips and 41/2" x 511/4" J strips.4. Sew I strips to opposite sides and J strips to the top and bottom of the pieced center to complete the quilt top; press.5. Create a quilt sandwich referring to Quilting Basics on page 94. 6. Quilt as desired.7. Bind edges referring to Quilting Basics on page 94 to finish. QW

B-D Unit

Figure 5

B D

Make 36 Make 16

Figure 6

C

C

Pink or Red Center Row

Aqua Center Row

Figure 7

Top/Bottom RowMake 2

Figure 8

Figure 9


Figure 10

To the GardenQuilting Diagram

To the GardenQuilting Diagram

Figure 2

A

E

Pink or RedA-E UnitMake 36

A

E

AquaA-E UnitMake 16

A A

Figure 3

A-E-F UnitMake 36

Figure 4

A

A-A-E UnitMake 16

Q U I LT E R S W O R L D . C O M 21Q U I LT E R S W O R L D . C O M 25

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Frost in the AirUphill Trimming Pattern

Frost in the AirDownhill Trimming Pattern

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To the GardenAssembly Diagram 503/4" x 503/4"

J

I

H

G

If you’re looking for a fun quilt but bright fabrics aren’t your cup of tea, try a color palette of black, white and dark red. It’s a

striking combination and will complement the simplicity of the pattern.

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FABRIC COLOR YARDAGE SHAPE &

DIE #NUMBER OF

SHAPES TO CUT

4 aqua prints and 9 pink or red

prints

1 precut 10" square each

fabric

2" finished Square (die 2 from set #55776)

2" finished Half-Square

Triangle (die 5 from set #55776)

Cut 1 (51/2" x 10") strip each fabric. Layer and cut 4 (21/2") D squares

each fabric.

Cut 1 (33/4" x 10") strip each fabric. Layer and cut 4 E triangles from

each fabric.

2 each green and gray prints

1 precut 10" square each

fabric


Cut 1 (51/2" x 10") strip each fabric.

Layer and cut a total of 13 C

squares.

Green print*

3/4 yard 2" finished Half-Square


Cut 2 (33/4" x WOF) strips. Fan-

fold to 33/4" on die and cut 36 F

triangles.


DIE #NUMBER OF

SHAPES TO CUT

White print*

27/8 yards 2" x 4" finished Chisels

(shape 9 from set #55780)


2" x 4" finished

Rectangle (die 8 from set #55776)

4" finished Strip Cutter

(#55054)

Cut 6 (5" x WOF) strips. Stack 3

strips right side up; cut and

slide to cut 45 A pieces. Repeat with remaining 3 strips to cut a total of 88 A

pieces.

Cut 2 (51/2" x WOF) strips. Fan-fold to 51/2". Cut

52 B squares.

Cut 2 (51/2" x WOF) strips. Fan-fold to 51/2". Cut

16 (21/2” x 41/2”) A2 rectangles.

Cut 5 (41/2" x WOF) I/J strips.

*ADDITIONAL CUTTING DIRECTIONS:

From Green Print:

• Cut 6 (21/4" by fabric width) strips for binding.

From White Print:

• Cut 1 (16" by fabric width) strip. Subcut strip into 2 (151/2") G squares and 2 (8") H squares. Cut each G square on both diagonals to make 8 G triangles and each H square on 1 diagonal to make 4 H triangles.

To the GardenACC U Q U I LT C U T T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S : The GO! Qube Mix & Match 8" Block (#55776) dies and GO! Qube 8" Companion Set-Classics (#55780) were used to cut the pieces. Optional Strip Cutter Dies: Go! 21/2" Strip Cutter (#55017) and 41/2" Strip Cutter (#55054)

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3. Referring again to Figure 1, repeat steps 1 and 2 with E, F and J strips and subcut strip sets into 12 (2" x 11") E-F-J segments.

From pink tonal:• Cut 5 (21/4" by fabric width) binding strips. From large-scale rose print:• Cut 3 (91/2" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 12 (91/2") I squares.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E S E G M E N T S1. Join four different J strips with right sides together along length; press. Add an A strip to one long side and a B strip to the other long side to make an A-B-J strip set; press. Repeat to make a second A-B-J strip set.2. Subcut the strip sets into 12 (2" x 11") A-B-J segments as shown in Figure 1.

C U T T I N GFrom print fat quarters or scraps:• Cut 32 (2" x 20") J strips. From hot pink tonal:• Cut 2 (4" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 3 (4" x 20") A strips and 1 (3" x 20") D strip.

• Cut 1 (11/2" by fabric width) strip.Subcut strip into 2 (11/2" x 20") B strips.

• Cut 1 (21/2" by fabric width) strip.Subcut strip into 1 each 21/2" x 20" C strip

and 11/2" x 20" B strip (to total 3 B strips).From coral tonal:• Cut 2 (4" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 3 (4" x 20") E strips and 1 (3" x 20") H strip.

• Cut 1 (11/2" by fabric width) strip.Subcut strip into 2 (11/2" x 20") F strips.

• Cut 1 (21/2" by fabric width) strip.Subcut strip into 1 each 21/2" x 20"

G strip and 11/2" x 20" F strip (to total 3 F strips).

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Squared CornersBaby Quilt

Turn a big print into a stunning quilt with this fun design. You’ll think of

those prints in a new way.


Skill Level: BeginnerQuilt Size: 36" x 48"


M AT E R I A L S • 4–6 print fat quarters or scraps• 1/2 yard hot pink tonal• 1/2 yard coral tonal• 1/2 yard pink tonal• 1 yard large-scale rose print• Backing to size• Batting to size• Thread• Basic sewing tools and supplies

Hot Pink Squared Corners12" x 12" Finished Block

Make 6

J

I

D

A B

C

Coral Squared Corners12" x 12" Finished Block

Make 6

I

H

G

FE J

Figure 1

J

A

B

A-B-J SegmentCut 12

2"

11" J

E

F

E-F-J SegmentCut 12

2"

11"

Here’s a TipChoose corner fabrics that are similar to each other but distinct from the focus fabric and the scraps that make up the small squares.


“ Small squares provide size contrast and add interest around the bigger

squares of focal fabric. I like the way the large squares are well defined at the

corners but blend in along the sides so that the viewer’s eye is encouraged to

trace them out.” —Amy Krasnansky


4. Join one each B and C strip with four J strips to make a B-C-J strip set; press. Subcut strip set into six 2" x 91/2" B-C-J segments as shown in Figure 2.

5. Referring again to Figure 2, repeat step 4 with F, G and J strips to cut six 2" x 91/2" F-G-J segments.6. Join one each A and D strip with four J strips to make an A-D-J strip set; press. Subcut strip set into six 2" x 121/2" A-D-J segments as shown in Figure 3.

7. Referring again to Figure 3, repeat step 6 with E, H and J strips to cut six 2" x 121/2" E-H-J segments.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E B LO C K S1. To make one Hot Pink Squared Corners block, select two A-B-J segments, one each B-C-J and A-D-J segment, and one I square.2. Sew the B-C-J segment to the left edge of I as shown in Figure 4; press.

3. Add an A-B-J segment to the top edge as shown in Figure 5; press.

4. Add the remaining A-B-J segment to the right edge and the A-D-J segment to the bottom edge to complete one Hot Pink Squared Corners block as shown in Figure 6; press.5. Repeat steps 1–4 to make a total of six Hot Pink Squared Corners blocks.6. Repeat steps 1–4 using one each F-G-J and E-H-J, and two E-F-J segments as shown in Figure 7 to complete six Coral Squared Corners blocks.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E Q U I LTRefer to the Assembly Diagram for construction steps.1. Arrange and join one Coral Squared Corners block with two Hot Pink Squared Corners blocks to make an X row; press. Repeat to make a second X row.2. Arrange and join one Hot Pink Squared Corners block with two Coral Squared Corners blocks to complete a Y row; press. Repeat to make a second Y row.3. Join the X and Y rows, alternating rows, to complete the quilt top; press.4. Create a quilt sandwich referring to Quilting Basics on page 94. 5. Quilt as desired.6. Bind edges referring to Quilting Basics on page 94 to finish. QW

Squared Corners Baby QuiltAssembly Diagram 36" x 48"

Figure 3

121/2"

D

A-D-J SegmentCut 6

2"

J

A

121/2"

H

E-H-J SegmentCut 6

2"

J

E

Figure 4

I

Figure 5

Figure 6

Figure 7

Figure 2

91/2"

G

F-G-J SegmentCut 6

2"

JF

91/2"

C

B-C-J SegmentCut 6

2"BJ

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Make 24 each Hot Pink Squared Corners and Coral Squared Corners blocks to make a twin-size quilt.

Increase SizeWith Additional Blocks

Squared Corners QuiltAlternate Assembly Diagram 72" x 96"

Make 24 each Hot Pink Squared Corners and Coral Squared Corners blocks to make a twin-size quilt.

Squared Corners Baby QuiltQuilting Diagram

For a totally different look for this quilt try a collection of Civil War reproductions in subtle colors or use up a basket of themed fabrics you’ve been collecting. Either way,

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© 2018 moda fabrics • all rights reserved

pattern by Jan Patek Quilts JPQ 2198 Sampler Spree 12 mos. Size: 67” x 89”This pattern is Charm Pack Friendly!

are a sure sign that

Spring has truly arrived. While Lilac Ridge can’t capture the

heavy fragrance of lilacs, these prints showcase the shades

of lilac and lavender, enriched by the lush greens, earth

browns and soft creams of the new season. Yardage,

pre-cuts, and patterns in stores this February, 2018.


CO M P L E T I N G T H E P I N W H E E L B LO C K SThere are six variations of the Pinwheel block. The fabric used and placement changes just a little in each block. To avoid mixing up the units, refer to the figure drawings often when piecing the blocks. Instructions are not given for individual color variations.1. Sew an F triangle to an H triangle on one short side to make an F-H unit as shown in Figure 1; press. Repeat to make a total of 16 F-H units.

From yellow batik:• Cut 3 (9" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 9 (9") A squares.From lime green batik:• Cut 2 (67/8" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 10 (67/8") squares. Cut each square in half on 1 diagonal to make 20 C triangles.

• Cut 2 (71/4" by fabric width) strips.Subcut strips into 6 (71/4") G squares

and 2 (67/8") C squares. Cut each G square on both diagonals to make 24 G triangles and the C squares on 1 diagonal to make 4 C triangles (24 C triangles total). Set aside 2 G triangles for another project.

From orange batik:• Cut 2 (9" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 8 (9") A squares.• Cut 8 (11/2" by fabric width) K/L strips.From dark turquoise batik:• Cut 3 (67/8" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 14 (67/8") squares. Cut each square in half on 1 diagonal to make 28 D triangles.

• Cut 2 (71/4" by fabric width) strips.Subcut strips into 8 (71/4") squares.

Cut each square on both diagonals to make 30 H triangles. Set aside 2 triangles for another project.

• Cut 9 (21/4" by fabric width) binding strips.From light turquoise print:• Cut 7 (67/8" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 34 (67/8") squares. Cut each square in half on 1 diagonal to make 68 B triangles.

• Cut 8 (21/2" by fabric width) M/N strips.

D E S I G N E D & Q U I LT E D BY N A N C Y WA L H O U T R E C K E R

HydrangeaBright batiks bring a breath of fresh air to this unique block combination. See the table runner on page 86 designed to match.

M AT E R I A L S • 1/3 yard light green batik• 1/2 yard green solid• 5/8 yard purple batik• 5/8 yard red/violet batik• 7/8 yard yellow batik• 1 yard lime green batik• 11/8 yards orange batik• 2 yards dark turquoise batik• 21/3 yards light turquoise print • Backing to size• Batting to size• Thread• Basic sewing tools and supplies


Skill Level: Confident BeginnerQuilt Size: 66" x 90"


Square-in-a-Square12" x 12" Finished Block

Make 17

A

B

J

I

H

G

F

E

D

C

Pinwheel12" x 12" Finished Block

Make 18

Figure 1

F H

F-H UnitMake 16

C U T T I N GFrom light green batik:• Cut 1 (71/4" by fabric width) strip.

Subcut strip into 5 (71/4") squares. Cut each square on both diagonals to make 20 J triangles.

From green solid:• Cut 2 (67/8" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 10 (67/8") squares. Cut each square in half on 1 diagonal to make 20 I triangles.

From purple batik:• Cut 2 (71/4" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 9 (71/4") squares. Cut each square on both diagonals to make 36 F triangles.

From red/violet batik:• Cut 2 (71/4" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 9 (71/4") squares. Cut each square on both diagonals to make 36 E triangles.

“ I have a hydrangea bush outside my study window, and while sitting at the

computer one day, the sun shown in such a way that all the colors of the sun, grass, sky and hydrangea bush looked so vibrant that

I designed a pattern to try to capture that springtime feeling.” —Nancy Walhout Recker


4. Repeat steps 1–3 to complete a total of 17 Square-in-a-Square blocks. Note: There will be eight blocks using the orange A’s and nine blocks using the yellow A’s.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E Q U I LTRefer to the Assembly Diagram for posi-tioning of blocks during construction.1. Join two Square-in-a-Square blocks with three Pinwheel blocks to make an X row; press. Repeat to make a total of four X rows.2. Join two Pinwheel blocks with three Square-in-a-Square blocks to make a Y row; press. Repeat to make three Y rows.3. Join the X and Y rows to complete the pieced center; press. 4. Join the K/L strips on the short ends to make one long strip; press. Subcut strip into two each 11/2" x 841/2" K strips and 11/2" x 621/2" L strips.5. Sew the K strips to opposite long sides and L strips to the top and bottom of the pieced center; press.

2. Repeat step 1 with E and G, E and H, and F and J referring to Figure 2.

3. Add C, D and I triangles to the units pieced in steps 1 and 2 referring to Figure 3 to make block quarters; press.

4. Arrange and join the block quarters in rows of two referring to Figure 4 for color combinations for each of the 18 Pinwheel blocks; press.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E S Q UA R E - I N - A - S Q UA R E B LO C K S1. Select one A square and four B triangles to make one Square-in-a-Square block.2. Sew a B triangle to opposite sides of the A square referring to Figure 5; press.

3. Sew a B triangle to each of the two remaining sides of the A-B unit to complete one Square-in-a-Square block, referring again to Figure 5; press.

6. Repeat step 4 with the M/N strips to make two each 21/2" x 861/2" M and 21/2" x 661/2" N strips.7. Sew the M strips to opposite long sides and N strips to the top and bottom of the pieced center to complete the quilt top; press.8. Create a quilt sandwich referring to Quilting Basics on page 94. 9. Quilt as desired.10. Bind edges referring to Quilting Basics on page 94 to finish. QW

HydrangeaAssembly Diagram 66" x 90"

N

M

L

K

HydrangeaQuilting DiagramHydrangea

Quilting Diagram

Figure 2

E G

E-G UnitMake 24

E H

E-H UnitMake 12

F J

F-J UnitMake 20

Block Quarters

Figure 3

Make 8 Make 16 Make 8 Make 8

Make 12 Make 4 Make 8 Make 8

I

I I

D

D

C C

C

JF F

FJ

F

GE

GE

E EH H H

H

Figure 4

Make 6Make 4 Make 2

Make 2Make 2 Make 2

Figure 5

A

B

“ The sun shining upon the water and beach on a spring day inspired the colors for this quilt.”

—Denise Russell



Skill Level: BeginnerQuilt Size: 78" x 94"


A traditional block stitched in two harmonious color selections creates a beautiful quilt.

Spring in Cape May

D E S I G N BY D E N I S E R U S S E L L O F P I E C E D B R A I NQ U I LT E D BY S E W S H A B BY Q U I LT I N G

M AT E R I A L S • 1/2 yard light blue/yellow dots batik*• 2/3 yard yellow batik*• 2/3 yard blue/white batik*• 7/8 yard light aqua batik*• 11/2 yards aqua/yellow batik*• 15/8 yards dark blue batik*• 2 yards light blue/yellow print batik*• 25/8 yards ivory solid*• Backing to size• Batting to size• Thread• Basic sewing tools and supplies

*Tonga batiks from Timeless Treasures used to make sample.

C U T T I N GFrom light blue/yellow dots batik:• Cut 3 (45/8" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 20 (45/8") squares. Cut each square in half on 1 diagonal to make 40 G triangles.

From yellow batik:• Cut 6 (35/8" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 60 (35/8") E squares.From blue/white batik:• Cut 6 (35/8" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 60 (35/8") D squares.From light aqua batik:• Cut 4 (61/8" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 20 (61/8") squares. Cut each square in half on 1 diagonal to make 40 H squares.

Block 116" x 16" Finished Block

Make 10

A

BCD

Block 216" x 16" Finished Block

Make 10

BCE

GH

F


3. Sew a B-C-D unit to opposite sides of A to make the center row as shown in Figure 4; press.

4. Sew a C-D unit to opposite ends of one remaining B-C-D unit to make the top row as shown in Figure 5; press. Repeat to make the bottom row.

5. Sew the center row between the top and bottom rows to complete one Block 1 as shown in Figure 6; press.

6. Repeat steps 1–5 to complete a total of 10 Block 1’s.

CO M P L E T I N G B LO C K 21. Select one F square, four each G and H triangles and B rectangles, and 12 C-E units to complete one Block 2.2. Sew G to opposite sides of F; press. Sew the remaining two G triangles to the remaining sides of F to complete the F-G unit as shown in Figure 7; press.

From aqua/yellow batik:• Cut 4 (11" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 10 (11") A squares.From dark blue batik:• Cut 2 (53/4" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 10 (53/4") F squares. • Cut 8 (11/2" by fabric width) I/J strips.• Cut 9 (21/4" by fabric width) binding strips.From light blue/yellow print batik:• Cut 9 (61/2" by fabric width) K/L strips.From ivory solid:• Cut 11 (35/8" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 120 (35/8") C squares.• Cut 7 (51/2" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 80 (31/4" x 51/2") B rectangles.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E P I E C E D U N I T S1. Draw a diagonal line from corner to corner on the wrong side of each C square. 2. Referring to Figure 1, place a C square right sides together with a D square and stitch 1/4" on each side of the marked line. Cut apart on the marked line. Press open to complete two C-D units.

3. Repeat step 2 to make a total of 120 C-D units. 4. Repeat step 2 with C and E squares to make 120 C-E units referring to Figure 2.

CO M P L E T I N G B LO C K 11. Select one A square, four B rectangles and 12 C-D units to complete one Block 1.2. Sew one C-D unit to opposite ends of B to make a B-C-D unit as shown in Figure 3; press. Repeat to make a total of four B-C-D units.

Figure 4

A

Center Row

Figure 5


Figure 6

Figure 7

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FF

F-G Unit

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DC

C-D UnitsMake 120

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Figure 1

Figure 2

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CE

C

C-E UnitsMake 120

Figure 3

B

B-C-D UnitMake 4

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Spring in Cape MayAssembly Diagram 78" x 94"

L

K

J

I

Spring in Cape MayQuilting Diagram

CO M P L E T I N G T H E Q U I LTRefer to the Assembly Diagram for construction steps.1. Arrange and join two each Block 1’s and Block 2’s to make a row; press. Repeat to make a total of five rows. 2. Join the rows to complete the pieced center, alternating orientation of the blocks; press.3. Join the I/J strips on the short ends to make one long strip; press. Subcut strip into two each 11/2" x 801/2" I strips and 11/2" x 661/2" J strips.4. Sew the I strips to opposite long sides and J strips to the top and bottom of the pieced center; press.5. Repeat step 3 with the K/L strips and subcut two strips each 61/2" x 821/2" K and 61/2" x 781/2" L.6. Repeat step 4 with K and L to complete the quilt top; press. 7. Create a quilt sandwich referring to Quilting Basics on page 94.

8. Quilt as desired.9. Bind edges referring to Quilting Basics on page 94 to finish. QW

3. Repeat step 2 with H triangles and the F-G unit as shown in Figure 8 to complete the center unit; press.

4. Sew one C-E unit to opposite ends of B to make a B-C-E unit as shown in Figure 9; press. Repeat to make a total of four B-C-E units.

5. Sew a B-C-E unit to opposite sides of the center unit to complete the center row as shown in Figure 10; press.

6. Sew a C-E unit to each end of the re-maining B-C-E units to make the top and bottom rows as shown in Figure 11; press.

7. Sew the top and bottom rows to oppo-site sides of the center row to complete one Block 2 as shown in Figure 12; press.

8. Repeat steps 1–7 to complete a total of 10 Block 2’s.

H

Figure 8

HH

Center Unit

Figure 9

B

B-C-E UnitMake 4

Figure 10

Center Row

Figure 11


Figure 12

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C U T T I N GFrom green tonal:• Cut 5 (21/4" by fabric width) binding strips.From white-with-green highlights:• Cut 1 (151/2" by fabric width) strip.

Subcut strip into 2 (121/2" x 151/2") A rectangles, 2 (5") B squares and 2 (7") C coaster backing squares.

• Cut 1 (15" by fabric width) strip. Subcut strip into 2 (15" x 18") backing

rectangles.

P R E PA R I N G T H E H E X AG O N S1. If not using precut hexagon papers, use the two patterns given to prepare templates for tracing. Trace and cut out 16 large hexagons and 14 small hexagons from cardstock.2. Pin a large hexagon to the wrong side of the dark pink tonal. Cut out, leaving a generous 1/4" seam allowance all around as shown in Figure 1.

3. Fold the seam allowance over the edges of the hexagon, finger-pressing in

D E S I G N E D & Q U I LT E D BY C H R I S M A LO N E

Look on the Bright SideDress up your morning table with a set of fun place mats with matching coasters.


Skill Level: Confident BeginnerPlace Mat Size: 15" x 12"Coaster Size: 41/2" x 41/2"

M AT E R I A L S Materials given make 2 place mats and 2 coasters.• Scraps light pink, light aqua and

yellow tonals• 1 fat eighth each dark pink and dark

aqua tonals• 5/8 yard green tonal• 11/8 yards white-with-green highlights• 2 (15" x 18") rectangles batting• 4 (7") squares batting• Thread• 14 (3/4") and 16 (2") precut hexagon

papers or cardstock• Basic sewing tools and supplies

place, and baste through the fabric and paper to hold, overlapping the corners and placing a tacking stitch at each corner as shown in Figure 2; press to secure the folds. Note: It is not necessary to stitch into the paper on the small hexagons. Just make a tacking stitch to hold at a corner and move to the next corner.

4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to make a total of six each dark pink and dark aqua large hexagons; two each yellow and green large hexagons; six each light pink and light aqua small hexagons; and two each yellow small hexagons.5. Arrange the dark pink hexagons (petals) into a flower shape with a yellow large hexagon in the center as shown in Figure 3. Add a green large hexagon on one end for leaf.

Figure 1

1/4"

Figure 2

Figure 3

Here’s a TipBasting Versus Gluing

Many prefer to attach the fabric edges to the paper hexagon shapes using repositional-glue sticks instead of basting. Both methods work fine; try them both and decide for yourself. Using a glue stick is much quicker, but can be expensive if you have a lot to do, and it is not as portable as thread basting.

“ What I love about EPP (English paper piecing) is the portability of the technique. I can prepare the appliqués

with my ‘free’ time as I wait for an appointment or watch television. I decided

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6. To connect the hexagons, pick up the yellow flower center and one petal; hold them right sides together with the touching sides aligned at the top edge as shown in Figure 4.

7. Thread a needle with one strand of matching thread (petal color) and knot one end. Whipstitch the aligned top edges together using very small stitches and barely catching the edges of the fabric, but not going through the paper as shown in Figure 5.

8. Pick up the next petal hexagon and hold it right sides together with the first petal. Whipstitch the edges together as in step 7. At the end of that line of stitching, make a knot but do not clip thread. Refold pieces so that petal 2 is right sides together with the next edge of the flower center and whipstitch the edges together as shown in Figure 6.

Look on the Bright Side Place MatPlacement Diagram 15" x 12"

A

Look on the Bright Side Place MatPlacement Diagram 15" x 12"

A

Figure 4

Figure 5

Figure 6

yellow center

Whipstitch

1

2

3

4

5


9. Continue around the center until all six petals have been connected to each other and to the center. Use the same technique to add the leaf hexagon to one side to complete the large dark pink flower, connecting on just two adjacent straight edges as shown in Figure 7.

10. Repeat steps 5–9 to complete one large dark aqua flower with leaf. Repeat to make small light pink and light aqua flowers without leaves.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E P L AC E M AT S1. Remove the basting stitches on the large hexagon flowers and remove the papers. Re-press the edges and corners.2. Center a flower motif on each A rectan-gle, referring to the Placement Diagrams for positioning; pin or baste to hold.3. Appliqué the flower motif in place by hand or machine. 4. Create a quilt sandwich with the appliquéd tops and the 15" x 18" batting and backing rectangles referring to Quilting Basics on page 94. 5. Quilt as desired. Add leaf vein lines to green hexagon if desired.6. Bind edges referring to Quilting Basics on page 94 to finish.

Look on the Bright SideLarge Hexagon

Cut as per instructions

Look on the Bright Side

Small HexagonCut as per instructions

Look on the Bright Side CoasterPlacement Diagram 41/2" x 41/2"

B

Look on the Bright Side CoasterPlacement Diagram 41/2" x 41/2"

B

Look on the Bright SideQuilting Diagram

Figure 7

CO M P L E T I N G T H E CO A S T E R S1. Repeat all steps for Completing the Place Mats except center each small

hexagon flower on a B square. Use a C backing square and two 7" batting squares for each coaster. QW

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3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to complete a total of six setting triangles.4. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to make eight reverse setting triangles, except sew E to the opposite end of the B strip and the B-E unit to the opposite side of C as shown in Figure 4.

5. Join two B squares and add E to each end; press. Add D to make a corner unit as shown in Figure 5; press. Repeat to make a total of two corner triangles.


Skill Level: Confident BeginnerQuilt Size: 55" x 673/4"


This is the perfect pattern for a variety of large-scale florals.

Spring FlingD E S I G N BY G I N A G E M P E S AWQ U I LT E D BY A N N E CO WA N

M AT E R I A L S • 15 fat eighths assorted yellow, orange

and red prints or tonals• 1 fat quarter each 8 assorted floral

prints• 5/8 yard red tonal• 13/8 yards green tonal • Backing to size• Batting to size• Thread• Basic sewing tools and supplies

C U T T I N GFrom yellow, orange & red prints or tonals:• Cut 3 (23/4" x 20") strips from each fabric.

Subcut strips into a total of 302 (23/4") B squares.

From floral prints:• Cut 1 (91/2" x 20") strip from each fabric.

Subcut strips into a total of 32 (5" x 91/2") A rectangles.

From red tonal:• Cut 7 (21/4" by fabric width) binding strips.From green tonal:• Cut 2 (103/4" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 4 (103/4") C squares, 1 (71/4") F square, 5 (41/2") E squares and 1 (41/8") D square. Cut each C and E square on both diagonals to make 16 C triangles and 20 E triangles. Set aside 2 of each size for another project. Cut each D and F square in half on 1 diagonal to make 2 each D and F triangles.

• Cut 7 (21/2" by fabric width) G/H strips.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E B LO C K S1. Select one A rectangle and eight B squares. 2. Arrange and join four B squares to make a B strip; press. Repeat to make a second B strip.3. Sew a B strip to opposite long sides of A to complete one Spring Fling block as shown in Figure 1; press.

4. Repeat steps 1–3 to complete a total of 32 Spring Fling blocks.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E Q U I LT1. Join three B squares and one E triangle to make a B-E unit as shown in Figure 2; press.

2. Sew the B-E unit to C to make a setting triangle as shown in Figure 3; press.

Spring Fling9" x 9" Finished Block

Make 32

A

B

Figure 1

A

B

Figure 2

BE

B-E Unit

Figure 3

C

Setting TriangleMake 6

Figure 4

Reverse Setting TriangleMake 8

Figure 5

Corner TriangleMake 2

D


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Each bloom is beautiful and different from the next.”

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Spring FlingAssembly Diagram 55" x 673/4"

F

G

H

Spring FlingQuilting Diagram

6. Arrange and join the Spring Fling blocks with the setting and reverse setting triangles, corner triangles and F to make diagonal rows referring to the Assembly Diagram; press. Join the rows to complete the pieced center; press.7. Join the G/H strips on the short ends to make one long strip; press. Subcut strip into two each 21/2" x 641/4" G strips and 21/2" x 551/2" H strips. 8. Sew G strips to opposite long sides and H strips to the top and bottom of

the pieced center to complete the quilt top; press. 9. Create a quilt sandwich referring to Quilting Basics on page 94.


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Skill Level: Intermediate Quilt Size: 76" x 94"


An impressive row-quilt design with accents of easy appliqué make for a stunning quilt.

Pinwheels & RailsD E S I G N BY M E L A N I E G R E S E T H & J OA N I E H O LTO N O F TA I LO R M A D E BY D E S I G N F O R B E N A R T E XQ U I LT E D BY N AO M I P O L Z I N

M AT E R I A L S • 1/8 yard green tiny dot*• 1/4 yard yellow circle print*• 1/3 yard green paisley*• 1/3 yard orange stripe*• 1/3 yard coral berry dot*• 1/3 yard green multicolored paisley*• 3/8 yard gray check*• 1/2 yard orange tiny dot*• 1/2 yard coral paisley*• 1/2 yard coral swirl*• 5/8 yard coral tiny dot*• 5/8 yard green swirl*• 5/8 yard orange circle print*• 5/8 yard aqua circle print*• 5/8 yard orange paisley*• 2/3 yard aqua swirl*• 2/3 yard aqua paisley*• 11/8 yards aqua berry dot*• 11/4 yards green circle print*• 11/3 yards aqua tiny dot*• 15/8 yards gray tiny dot*• Backing to size• Batting to size• Thread• 3/4 yard 18"-wide fusible web• Template material• Spray starch (optional)• Basic sewing tools and supplies

*Bree fabric collection by Nancy Halvorsen for Benartex used to make sample.

Pinwheel8" x 8" Finished Block

Make 16

AB1

Rail8" x 8" Finished Block

Make 13 aqua, 12 green &11 each orange & coral

C

C U T T I N GPrepare templates for A, B1, B2 and B3 using patterns given. Cut as directed on each piece. Prepare appliqué flower pieces using patterns given and referring to Raw-Edge Fusible Appliqué on page 14.From orange paisley, circle print, stripe and tiny dot:• Cut 3 (21/2" by fabric width) C strips each

fabric.From coral swirl, paisley, tiny dot and berry dot:• Cut 3 (21/2" by fabric width) C strips each

fabric.From green swirl, multicolored paisley, circle print and paisley:• Cut 3 (21/2" by fabric width) C strips each

fabric.From aqua paisley, circle print, swirl and tiny dot:• Cut 4 (21/2" by fabric width) C strips each

fabric.From aqua berry dot:• Cut 2 (141/2" by fabric width) E strips.From green circle print:• Cut 9 (21/2" by fabric width) G/H strips.From aqua tiny dot:• Cut 9 (21/4" by fabric width) binding strips.From gray tiny dot:• Cut 2 (81/2" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 24 (21/2" x 81/2") D strips.• Cut 11 (21/2" by fabric width) F strips.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E R A I L B LO C K S1. Join one each aqua swirl, aqua circle print, aqua paisley and aqua tiny dot C strip with right sides together along length to

make an aqua strip set; press. Repeat to make a total of four aqua strip sets.2. Cut the aqua strip sets into 13 (81/2" x 81/2") aqua Rail blocks as shown in Figure 1.

Figure 1

81/2"

81/2"

C

Aqua Rail BlockCut 13

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print and orange paisley C strips to make three strip sets and cut 11 orange Rail blocks and one 41/2" x 81/2" orange horizontal-stripe half-unit.5. Repeat steps 1 and 2 with the coral swirl, coral paisley, coral tiny dot and coral berry dot C strips to make three strip sets and cut 11 coral Rail blocks and one 41/2" x 81/2" coral horizontal-stripe half-unit. 6. Select two aqua Rail blocks. Remove the seam between the aqua circle print and aqua paisley strips to make four aqua vertical-stripe half-units as shown in Figure 3; discard one half-unit.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E P I N W H E E L B LO C K S1. Sew an orange paisley A to the right edge of an aqua circle print B1 to make an orange/aqua A-B1 unit as shown in Figure 4; press. Repeat to make a total of four orange/aqua A-B1 units.

2. Join two units from step 1 to make a double A-B1 set as shown in Figure 5; press. Repeat.

3. Join the double sets to complete one orange/aqua Pinwheel block as shown in Figure 6; press.

4. Repeat steps 1–3 to complete a second orange/aqua Pinwheel block.5. Repeat steps 1–3 to make one Pinwheel block each in the following color combinations: gray check A/coral swirl B1, aqua paisley A/green swirl B1, aqua tiny dot A/green swirl B1, aqua berry dot A/coral swirl B1 and aqua berry A/green circle print B1.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 with the green swirl, green multicolored paisley, green circle print and green paisley C strips to make three strip sets and cut 12 green Rail blocks and one 41/2" x 81/2" green horizontal-stripe half-unit as shown in Figure 2.

4. Repeat steps 1 and 2 with the orange tiny dot, orange stripe, orange circle

Orange/Aqua A-B1 UnitMake 4

Figure 4

AB1

Figure 5

Double A-B1 SetMake 2

Figure 6

Figure 2

81/2"41/2"

81/2"

C

Green Rail BlockCut 12

GreenHorizontal-Stripe

Half-UnitCut 1

Figure 3

Aqua VerticalHalf-Units

Make 4

Here’s a TipApply spray starch to the fabric used in the Pinwheel blocks to avoid stretching of pieces.


6. Repeat steps 1–3 to make two Pinwheel blocks each in the following color combinations: aqua paisley A/yellow circle print B1, green circle print A/aqua berry dot B1 and coral paisley A/aqua berry dot B1. 7. Repeat steps 1–3 to make three gray check A/orange circle print B1 Pinwheel blocks.8. Sew an aqua paisley A to opposite sides of an orange paisley B1 and add an orange paisley B2 and B3 to make an aqua/orange half-pinwheel unit as shown in Figure 7; press.

9. Repeat step 8 to complete one each half-pinwheel unit in the following color combinations: aqua circle print A/orange circle print B1, B2 and B3, aqua tiny dot A/coral tiny dot B1, B2 and B3 and aqua paisley A/green swirl B1, B2 and B3.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E A P P L I Q U É1. Join the E strips on the 141/2" ends to make one long strip; press seam to one side. Trim strip to 141/2" x 721/2".2. Arrange seven petals around a center to make two each large and small flower motifs, and three medium flower motifs referring to the Assembly Diagram and photo for color combinations.3. Fold E in half and crease to mark center. Arrange and fuse a medium flower motif about 21/2" down from top edge and to left of center on the E strip as shown in Figure 8.

4. Arrange and fuse remaining flower motifs on E referring to the Assembly Diagram for placement.

Pinwheels & RailsAssembly Diagram 76" x 94"

H

G

D

F

Figure 7

B1

B2

B3

A

B2

B3

B1

A

Half-PinwheelUnit

Make 4

Figure 8

E21/2"

CO M P L E T I N G T H E Q U I LTRefer to the Assembly Diagram for all construction steps.1. Arrange and join eight Rail blocks and add a vertical-stripe half-unit to one end and a horizontal-stripe half-unit to the other end to complete an X row; press. Repeat to complete a total of three X rows.2. Join eight Pinwheel blocks with two half-pinwheel units to complete a Y row; press. Repeat to make a second Y row.3. Join seven Rail blocks with eight D strips to make a Z row; press. Repeat to make a total of three Z rows referring to the Assembly Diagram for positioning of blocks in each row.4. Join the F strips on the short ends to make one long strip; press. Subcut strip into six 21/2" x 721/2" F strips.

5. Arrange and join the X, Y and Z rows with the appliquéd E strip and six F strips to complete the quilt center; press.6. Join the G/H strips on the short ends to make one long strip; press. Subcut strip into two each 21/2" x 901/2" G strips and 21/2" x 761/2" H strips.7. Sew G strips to opposite long sides and H strips to the top and bottom of the quilt center to complete the quilt top; press.7. Create a quilt sandwich referring to Quilting Basics on page 94. Note: The flower motifs are not edgestitched in place. They were quilted 1/4" from the edges to secure.8. Quilt as desired.9. Bind edges referring to Quilting Basics on page 94 to finish. QW


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Pinwheels & RailsA

Cut 2 from aqua circle printCut 6 from aqua tiny dot

Cut 8 each from coral paisley, aqua berry dot, orange paisley & green circle print

Cut 16 each from gray check & aqua paisley(72 total)

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Cut 1 each from coral tiny dot & orange paisleyCut 4 from green circle dot

Cut 8 each from aqua circle print, yellow circle print & coral swirl

Cut 9 from green swirlCut 13 from orange circle print

Cut 16 from aqua berry dot(68 total)

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paisley & orange circle print

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Pinwheels & RailsLarge Center

Cut 1 each from aqua swirl & orange tiny dot

as per instructions

Pinwheels & RailsLarge Petal

Cut 7 each from green tiny dot & orange circle print as per instructions

Pinwheels & RailsMedium Center

Cut 1 each from aqua swirl, coral tiny dot &

orange circle print as per instructions

Pinwheels & RailsMedium Petal

Cut 7 each from aqua swirl, green swirl & orange tiny

dot as per instructions

Pinwheels & RailsSmall Center

Cut 2 from green tiny dot as per instructions

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CO M P L E T I N G T H E P I E C E D U N I T S1. Draw a diagonal line from corner to corner on the wrong side of each C and F square.2. Select one D rectangle and two matching C squares. 3. Referring to Figure 1, place a C square right sides together on one end of D and stitch on the marked line. Trim 1/4" away from the stitched line and press C to the right side.

4. Repeat step 3 with the second C square on the opposite end of D to complete one C-D unit as shown in Figure 2.

5. Repeat steps 2–4 with all C squares and D rectangles to make a total of eight C-D units each color as shown in Figure 3.

Just four blocks create the center of this lovely quilt using mainly flying geese and square-in-a-square units.

Whirlybird QuiltD E S I G N E D & Q U I LT E D BY PA M B O S W E L L

M AT E R I A L S • 3/8 yard each lime green, dark green,

light blue, light pink, dark pink and purple tonals*

• 17/8 yards peony print*• 21/3 yards white solid• Backing to size• Batting to size• Thread• Basic sewing tools and supplies

*Peony Passion fabric collection from Northcott; Warm & Natural batting from The Warm Company used to make sample. 6. Repeat steps 3 and 4 with all B rect-

angles and 96 F squares to make eight B-F units each color as shown in Figure 4.

7. Select and join two each same-color B-F and C-D units to make a sashing unit as shown in Figure 5; press.




Whirlybird20" x 20" Finished Block

Make 4

F

E

DA

BC

Figure 1

1/4"

DC

C-D Unit

Figure 2

1/4"

DCC

C-D Unit

Figure 3

C-D UnitsMake 8 each

CD

C U T T I N GFrom each tonal:• Cut 1 (21/2" by fabric width) strip.

Subcut strip into 8 (21/2" x 41/2") B rectangles.

• Cut 1 (21/2" by fabric width) strip.Subcut strip into 16 (21/2") C squares.

• Cut 1 (41/2" by fabric width) strip.Subcut strip into 16 (21/2" x 41/2")

I rectangles.From peony print:• Cut 2 (41/2" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 13 (41/2") E squares.• Cut 11 (21/2" by fabric width) G/H/J/K strips.• Cut 7 (21/4" by fabric width) binding strips.From white solid:• Cut 4 (81/2" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 16 (81/2") A squares.• Cut 10 (21/2" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 148 (21/2") F squares.• Cut 3 (41/2" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 48 (21/2" x 41/2") D rectangles.

Figure 4

B-F UnitsMake 8 each

BF

Figure 5

Sashing Unit


“ This design is reminiscent of the ‘whirlybird’ wind chimes

often found whirling in the summer breezes on Southern

porches.” —Pam Boswell


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8. Repeat step 7 to make a total of four sashing units of each color as shown in Figure 6.

9. Referring to Figure 7, place an F square on opposite corners of an E square and stitch on the marked lines. Trim 1/4" beyond the stitched line and press F to the right side.

10. Repeat on the remaining two corners of E to complete one E-F unit as shown in Figure 8.

11. Repeat steps 9 and 10 to complete a total of 13 E-F units.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E B LO C K S1. To complete one Whirlybird block, select one E-F unit, four different-color sashing units and four A squares.

2. Sew a sashing unit to opposite sides of the E-F unit to make the center row referring to Figure 9; press.

3. Join two A squares with one sashing unit to make the top row as shown in Figure 10; press. Repeat to make the bottom row.

Whirlybird QuiltAssembly Diagram 60" x 60"

K

I

H

G

J

Figure 6

Sashing UnitsMake 4 each

Figure 7

EF

1/4"

Figure 8

FE

E-F UnitMake 13

F

1/4"

Figure 9

Center Row

Figure 10


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Whirlybird QuiltQuilting Diagram

Whirlybird QuiltQuilting Diagram

Make 6 blocks and more sashing units for a twin-size quilt.

Increase SizeWith Additional Blocks

Whirlybird QuiltAlternate Assembly Diagram 60" x 84"

Make 6 blocks and more sashing units for a twin-size quilt.


4. Sew the center row between the top and bottom rows to com-plete one Whirlybird block as shown in Figure 11; press.5. Repeat steps 1–4 to complete a total of four Whirlybird blocks referring to the Assembly Diagram for color placement.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E Q U I LTRefer to the Assembly Diagram for all construction steps and color placement.1. Arrange and join two different-color sashing units with an E-F unit to make a short sashing row as shown in Figure 12; press. Repeat to make a second short sashing row.2. Join two blocks with a short sashing row to complete a block row; press. Repeat to make a second block row.3. Join four sashing units with three E-F units to make a long sashing row; press.4. Join the two block rows with the long sashing row to complete the pieced center; press.5. Join the G/H/J/K strips on the short ends to make one long strip; press. Subcut strip into two strips each as follows: 21/2" x 441/2" G, 21/2" x 481/2" H, 21/2" x 561/2" J and 21/2" x 601/2" K.6. Sew G strips to the top and bottom, and H strips to opposite sides of the pieced center; press.7. Select and join one of each color I rectangle to make an I unit as shown in Figure 13; repeat to make 16 I units. 8. Join four I units on short ends to make an I strip; press. Repeat to make a total of four I strips.9. Sew an I strip to the top and bottom of the pieced center; press.10. Sew an E-F unit to each end of each remaining I strip and sew these strips to opposite sides of the pieced center; press.

11. Sew J strips to the top and bottom, and K strips to opposite sides of the pieced center to complete the quilt top; press.12. Create a quilt sandwich referring to Quilting Basics on page 94.


Figure 11

Figure 12

Short Sashing RowMake 2

Figure 13

I UnitMake 16

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CO M P L E T I N G T H E Q U I LTRefer to the Assembly Diagram for construction steps.1. Using a package length of rickrack, lay out the rickrack on one A strip in a pleasing manner starting about 10" from the top end as shown in Figure 1; pin to hold. Trim excess at bottom end. Repeat with the two remaining A strips, butting ends of rickrack lengths as necessary. Note: It is OK to use shorter pieces. The ends can be covered with appliqué shapes.

2. Sew the rickrack in place on each A strip using a straight stitch or zigzag stitch with matching thread.3. Arrange, fuse and stitch flower and half-flower motifs and tulips and leaves as desired on top of the rickrack on each A strip referring to Raw-Edge Fusible Appliqué on page 14.4. Join the B strips on the short ends to make one long strip; press. Subcut strip into two 5" x 571/2" B strips.

Nothing says spring better than bright colors and fresh blooms.

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D E S I G N BY K A R E N D U M O N T O F K A R I E PATC H D E S I G N S Q U I LT E D BY S A R A PA R R I S H

M AT E R I A L S • Assorted scraps for appliqué• 5/8 yard aqua tonal• 11/4 yards multicolored stripe• 27/8 yards white tonal stripe• Backing to size• Batting to size• Thread• 2 packages light green jumbo

rickrack• 11/2 yards 18"-wide lightweight

fusible web*• Template material• Basic sewing tools and supplies

*Wonder-Under® fusible web from Pellon used to make sample.

5. Join the appliquéd A strips with the B strips to complete the quilt center; press.6. Join the C/D strips on the short ends to make one long strip; press. Subcut strip into two each 21/2" x 76" C strips and 21/2" x 58" D strips.7. Repeat step 6 with the E/F strips to make two each 5" x 76" E strips and 5" x 58" F strips.8. Sew a C strip to an E strip along length to make a C/E strip; press. Repeat. Repeat with the D and F strips to make two D/F strips.9. Center and sew a C/E strip to opposite long sides and a D/F strip to the top and bottom of the quilt center, stopping stitching 1/4" from each corner of the quilt center; press.10. Miter corner seams to complete the quilt top referring to Quilting Basics on page 94.11. Create a quilt sandwich referring to Quilting Basics on page 94. 12. Quilt as desired.13. Bind edges referring to Quilting Basics on page 94 to finish. QW



C U T T I N GPrepare templates for appliqué pieces using patterns given. Prepare shapes for fusible appliqué, cutting pieces from assorted scraps as indicated on patterns and referring to Raw-Edge Fusible Appliqué on page 14.From aqua tonal:• Cut 7 (21/2" by fabric width) C/D strips.From multicolored stripe:• Cut 3 (5" by fabric width) B strips. • Cut 7 (21/4" by fabric width) binding strips.From white tonal stripe:• Cut 7 (5" by fabric width) E/F strips. • Cut 3 (101/2" x 571/2") A strips along the

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“ With simple appliqués and a little piecing one can have a finished quilt in a

small amount of time. My stash of so many beautiful, bright fabrics gave me great joy to

work with in designing this floral appliqué quilt. They brighten each day and put a smile on my face every time I get to play with them

when designing a new quilt.” —Karen DuMont


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Simply Scrap FlowersPlacement Diagram 52" x 70"

F

E

D

C B

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Half-FlowerCut 6 from assorted scraps

as per instructions

Half-Flower CenterCut 6 from assorted scraps

as per instructions

Simply Scrap FlowersHalf-Flower Motif

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Flower PetalCut 6 each from 6 assorted scraps as per instructions

Flower CenterCut 6 from assorted scraps

as per instructions

Simply Scrap FlowersFlower Motif

Prepare 6 motifs as per instructions

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LeafCut 20

from assorted scraps as per instructions


P R E PA R I N G T H E YO - YO S1. Hold one yellow circle with wrong side facing you and finger-press a scant 1/4" hem as you hand-sew a running stitch all around near the fold using doubled matching thread as shown in Figure 1.

2. Pull the thread to gather the edges together in a circle, using your fingers to pull the hole to the center as shown in Figure 2. Take the thread to the back; knot and clip thread to complete one yo-yo circle.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to make 10 yo-yo circles. Set aside for later use.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E P I N C U S H I O N1. Draw a diagonal line from corner to corner on the wrong side of each B square.

Make this cute pincushion in an afternoon with scraps you already have.

Home Pincushion

M AT E R I A L S • Scraps blue, green, white, gray, red,

brown and yellow prints and tonals• 61/2" x 71/2" backing rectangle • 61/2" x 71/2" batting rectangle • Cotton or polyester stuffing• Thread• 2 long flat-head pins• 3/8"-diameter white button• Scraps fusible web• Tacky glue• Template material• Basic sewing tools and supplies

2. Referring to Figure 3, place a marked B square right sides together on each end of A and stitch on the marked lines. Trim 1/4" beyond stitching line and press B to the right side to complete the roof unit.

3. Sew C between two D rectangles to complete the door unit as shown in Figure 4; press.

4. Sew E between the roof unit and the door unit to complete the house unit as shown in Figure 5; press.

5. Trace the treetop shape and a 3/8" x 31/4" rectangle for tree trunk onto the paper side of the fusible web. Cut out, leaving a margin around each piece. Fuse the treetop onto the wrong side of the green tonal and the tree trunk rectangle to the wrong side of the brown tonal. Cut out on traced lines; remove paper backing.


Skill Level: Confident BeginnerPincushion Size: 7" x 6"

C U T T I N GPrepare templates using patterns given. Cut as directed on each pattern and as per instructions.From blue tonal:• Cut 2 (21/2") B squares.• Cut 1 (21/2" x 51/2") F rectangle.From green tonal: • Cut 1 (11/2" x 71/2") G strip.From white tonal:• Cut 2 (21/4" x 21/2") D rectangles.• Cut 1 (11/2" x 51/2") E strip.From gray print:• Cut 1 (21/2" x 51/2") A rectangle.From red print:• Cut 1 (2" x 21/2") C rectangle.

D E S I G N E D & Q U I LT E D BY C H R I S M A LO N E little PACKAGES

Figure 1

1/4"

Figure 2

Figure 3

1/4"

B

BA A

Roof Unit

Here’s a TipCotton stuffing is denser than polyester stuffing and makes a good filling for pincushions.

Figure 4

CD

Door Unit

Figure 5

E

House Unit


“ We all turn to thoughts of our house and yard when spring arrives.

This pincushion reminds me that spring is fresh and clean and bright

with colors. —Chris Malone

little PACKAGES

Figure 6

F

F Unit

6. Center and fuse the tree trunk rectangle on F, aligning the bottom edges as shown in Figure 6. Center and fuse the treetop to the top of the tree trunk rectangle to complete the F unit.

7. Sew the F unit to the right edge of the house unit and add G to the bottom edge referring to the Placement Diagram to complete the pincushion top; press.8. Pin the pincushion top on the batting and baste to hold.9. Machine blanket-stitch around the tree shapes and quilt as desired in remaining areas.10. Sew the white button to the C piece as a doorknob.

11. Pin the top and backing right sides together. Stitch all around, leaving a 3" opening on one side. Clip corners and turn right side out.12. Insert cotton or polyester stuffing to desired fullness. 13. Fold in the opening seam allowance; hand-stitch opening closed.14. Pin (or use a dot of glue) six yo-yo flowers to the G strip; tack the edges down to secure.


G

Home PincushionPlacement Diagram 7" x 6"

G

Home PincushionPlacement Diagram 7" x 6"

Home PincushionQuilting Diagram

Home PincushionTreetop

Cut 1 from green tonal

Home PincushionYo-Yo Circle

Cut 10 from yellow tonal

Here’s a TipAdd borders to the pieced house top and make a mini wall hanging with this pattern.

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of the pin head. If desired, tack the edges of the yo-yos together with small stitches or glue to finish. Repeat with second flat-head pin. QW

15. Glue the flat head of a pin to the wrong (ungathered) side of a yo-yo as shown in Figure 7; glue a second yo-yo on the other side Figure 7Figure 7


Breaking the Rules of QuiltingIt’s your quilt so you can

make the rules.BY D E B BY B R O W N

If you ask any quilter about ma-chine quilting, even if they don’t personally machine-quilt, they can tell you the rules of machine quilt-ing: “Don’t use polyester thread.” “Always use the same thread on the top and in the bobbin.” “If you are stippling/meandering, never, ever cross the lines!”

I disregard these “rules” all of the time and have never been punished. If you choose to use polyester thread in your quilt, your quilts will not disintegrate. If you are comfortable using different threads in the needle and bobbin when machine quilting, feel free to do so. I’ve crossed machine quilting lines literally thousands of times with no ill effects.

Please hear me when I tell you that the only rule in machine quilting is “Don’t bleed on your quilt.” If you ask, “Should I stitch toward the left or right?” I will respond, “Will either way cause you to bleed on your quilt?” If the answer is no, then it doesn’t matter. You can machine-quilt in any way that pleases you.

Let’s look more closely at the rules, starting with the stippling/meandering pattern:

Stippling/MeanderingI’ve been told that there are

differences between meandering and stippling but in two decades of machine quilting, I’ve never figured out what they are. When I was teaching this pattern in Russia, my students called the pattern “brains.” For the rest of this article, I will refer to this pattern as meandering.

I can meander in a variety of sizes, and the magic of this pattern

is that it adds texture to the quilt without overpowering the pieced design. When I meander all over a quilt, the world will not end if I accidentally cross the lines. Typically, I use thread that matches the fabric and no one will ever notice my so-called boo-boo. If someone points out a crossed line, I congratulate them for finding the hidden design as if I had stitched it there on purpose!

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Meandering.

Machine foot and stitching.


Crossed MeanderAccidents aside, I have learned that

I can cross the lines on purpose and make a pretty ribbon design.

This design is particularly useful when I’m not happy with the way my meandering looked the first time. My thought is that if at first I don’t succeed, stitch over it again. This looks great whether the threads are the same color or different colors.

You can also disregard the “rule” of quilting that says that meandering should have no straight lines or points. See what happens if I add another line of meandering over the first two but also add some stars where the lines cross.

Helpful hint: I make the stars where my meandering looks the worst. If I have any wobbly stitches, this is a great way to camouflage the wobbles. This also covers up where my thread broke or the bobbin ran out, and I had to restart. I never tell anyone that that is why I chose the pattern and act as if I meant to stitch it that way from the beginning!

I’ve heard that it is supremely important to keep the meandering stitches the same size. Sometimes,

Crossed meander.

Two meanders.

Three meanders and stars.

Big and little meander.


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though, my mind wanders, the phone rings, or I just lose track of what I am doing. I have accidentally discovered that different stitch sizes of meandering look great together.

Remember, meandering is for texture. If someone holds a ruler to my quilt to measure each curve, they are standing far too close. I tell them to take three giant steps backward and to view the quilt from a polite distance.

DensityHave you heard the rule about

keeping the same density in quilting designs to make sure that it isn’t too close together here and too far apart there? This rule is founded in the idea that quilting very closely in some areas while leaving other areas completely unquilted will leave those unquilted areas with some puckers.

This can happen, but a change in density in your pattern if you wander off here or there won’t make much difference.

I change the density of my stitching on purpose, and I love how it looks. When using a contrasting color of thread, it can actually have a colorwash effect on the quilt.

Repeats in MeanderingAnother error I’ve heard about

with meandering is when the stitches make a repeat or show a discernible pattern. Breathe! Relax! Don’t worry if a few of your curves are headed in the same direction. I make stitch patterns in my meandering on purpose. I love to meander in spirals, circling in and then back out again. I think this can evoke images of roses, especially if I stitch a leaf here or there.

Explore and have fun!

Roses.

When it comes to machine quilting, do your own thing. Don’t worry about the rules. Quilt your love into each project and have fun!


Hints for Stitching Meandering/Stippling

In my classrooms, I’ve discovered that 75 percent of my students struggle with meandering. If you struggle, you are not alone.

Many people describe meandering as puzzle pieces or dog bones, but I prefer to describe meandering as pieces of a gingerbread man.

When I start stitching, my biggest concerns are the size of the meander-ing stitches and the randomness of the pattern. To help keep my size consis-tent, I use my quilting foot as a guide. Every time the edge of my sewing machine foot hits a previously stitched line, I curve away and continue stitch-ing. This keeps me from stitching my lines too close together. When I get stuck and don’t know where to stitch

next, I think about where I’m going and stitch a portion of a gingerbread man. I talk to myself as I quilt and say “leg … arm …” and that will typically get me un-stuck for a while. The next time I’m stuck, I might tell myself to stitch an “arm … leg … leg …” before getting back in the groove of meandering.

Some machines have different machine-quilting feet for echo stitching in different sizes. By changing the direction of my stitching whenever the foot touches a stitched line, different-size feet help me achieve different sizes of meandering. Gingerbread man.

Have fun learning to try new techniques for meandering quilting designs! QW

Different feet, different size meander.


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This pattern is much easier than it looks and has cutting

options for using the AccuQuilt GO! cutting system if you so desire.

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D E S I G N E D & Q U I LT E D BY T E R R I VA N D E N B O S C H

M AT E R I A L S • 16 precut 10" squares assorted prints*• 1/2 yard white spaced tiny print*• 5/8 yard turquoise tonal*• 11/8 yards white tonal*• 11/4 yards cream print*• Backing to size• Batting to size• Thread• AccuQuilt GO! dies (optional)*• Basic sewing tools and supplies

*Midnight Garden fabric collection by One Canoe Two for Moda; Go! Qube Mix & Match 8" Block dies from AccuQuilt® used to make sample.




From precut 10" squares:• Cut 2 (17/8" x 10") strips from each square.

Referring to Figure 1, layer 2 matching strips wrong sides together; cut 2 each E and reverse E (ER) pieces using prepared template. Repeat with all strips to cut a total of 32 each E and ER pieces.

• Cut 2 (21/2" x 10") strips from each square.Subcut strips into 4 (21/2" x 41/2") B

rectangles each fabric for a total of 64 B rectangles.

From white spaced tiny print:• Cut 1 (21/2" by fabric width) strip.

Subcut strip into 16 (21/2") C squares.• Cut 6 (17/8" by fabric width) strips.

Again referring to Figure 1, layer 2 strips wrong sides together to cut 11 each D and reverse D (DR) pieces using prepared template. Repeat with all strips to cut a total of 32 each D and DR pieces.

From turquoise tonal:• Cut 1 (11/2" by fabric width) strip.

Subcut strip into 9 (11/2") G squares.• Cut 6 (21/4" by fabric width) binding strips.

C U T T I N GPrepare a template for D/E using pattern given. Cut from strips as directed on pattern.

From white tonal:• Cut 10 (27/8" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 128 (27/8") squares. Cut each square in half on 1 diagonal to make 256 A triangles.

From cream print:• Cut 1 (101/2" by fabric width) strip.

Subcut strip into 24 (11/2" x 101/2") F strips.• Cut 5 (51/2" by fabric width) H/I strips.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E B LO C K S1. Sew an A triangle to one short and one long side of D to make an A-D unit as shown in Figure 2; press. Repeat to make 32 A-D units. Repeat with DR pieces to make 32 A-DR units, again referring to Figure 2.

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Make 16

ER E

D DRA

B C

Figure 1

D/E

Cut 2 each

E ER

Figure 2

D

A

A-D Unit Make 32

ReverseA-DR UnitMake 32

DR

Here’s a TipUsing the parallelogram shape eliminates some seams and results in a flatter block. Using the die from the GO! Qube Mix & Match 8" Block (#55776) set of cutting dies from AccuQuilt makes it so easy to cut these shapes.


“ I was looking for a snowflake block. When I found this one I

discovered that by carefully placing the colors an arrow design is formed.

This would be a great graduation quilt—add another row of blocks

and make it in school colors; it makes a play on finding your new path or

direction in life.” —Terri Vanden Bosch


6. Sew C between two B rectangles to make the center row as shown in Figure 7; press.

7. Sew the center row between the top and bottom rows to complete one To the Point block as shown in Figure 8; press.

8. Repeat steps 3–7 to complete a total of 16 To the Point blocks.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E Q U I LTRefer to the Assembly Diagram for construction steps.1. Arrange and join four To the Point blocks with three F strips to make an X row; press. Repeat to make a second X row.2. Repeat step 1 to make two Y rows, turning blocks 90 degrees from those in X rows. 3. Join three G squares with four F strips to make a sashing row; press. Repeat to make a total of three sashing rows.4. Join the block rows with the sashing rows to complete the pieced center; press. 5. Join the H/I strips on the short ends to make one long strip; press. Subcut strip into two each 51/2" x 431/2" H strips and 51/2" x 531/2" I strips.6. Sew H strips to opposite sides and I strips to the top and bottom of the pieced center to complete the quilt top; press.

4. Repeat step 3 with A-DR units and matching A-E units to make two reverse quarter units as shown in Figure 5; press.

5. Join one each quarter unit and reverse quarter unit with B to make the top row as shown in Figure 6; press. Repeat to make the bottom row.

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Figure 5

Reverse Quarter UnitMake 2

EDR

Figure 6

B


Figure 7

B C

Center Row

Figure 8

2. Repeat step 1 with E and ER pieces to make 32 each A-E and A-ER units (16 matching pairs each) as shown in Figure 3.

3. Select two A-D units and two match-ing A-ER units. Join one each unit to make a quarter unit as shown in Figure 4; press. Repeat to make a second quarter unit.

Figure 3

A

E

A-E UnitMake 32

ReverseA-ER UnitMake 32

ER

Figure 4

Quarter UnitMake 2

DER

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Quilting Diagram

To the PointAssembly Diagram 53" x 53"

I

H

G

F

To the PointD/E

Cut 32 each D & reverse D (DR) from

white spaced tiny print Cut 32 each E &

reverse E (ER) as per instructions

Straight Grain

Another option for this fun block is using a collection of batiks. Make all the blocks with the same three colors or mix them up. These blocks will look great either way.

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DIE #NUMBER OF

SHAPES TO CUT

16 assorted prints

1 fat quarter

each print

21/16" x 213/16" finished

Cut 1 (6" x 20" )strip from each fat quarter. Fan-fold to 21/2" x 6".

Cut 2 each E and ER pieces from

each strip.

Cut 1 (51/2" x 20") strip from each fabric. Fan-fold to 51/2". Cut 4 B

rectangles each fabric.

Turquoise tonal*

5/8 yard 1" finished Strip (11/2" GO! Strip

Cutter #55024)

Cut 1 (2" x WOF) strip. Subcut

into 9 (11/2") G squares.

White spaced tiny

print

11/8 yards 2" finished Square (die 2 from set #55776)

21/16" x 213/16" finished

Cut 1 (51/2" x WOF) strip.

Fan-fold to 51/2". Cut 16 (21/2”)

C squares.

Cut 10 (21/2" x WOF) strips.

Stack 5 strips right side up on die; cut 32

D pieces. Stack 5 strips wrong side

up on die; cut 32 DR.


DIE #NUMBER OF

SHAPES TO CUT

White tonal 11/3 yards 2" finished Half-Square


Cut 10 (33/4" x WOF) strips. Fan-fold to 33/4". Cut 256 A triangles.

Cream print 11/3 yards 1" finished Strip (11/2" Go! Strip

Cutter #55024)

5" finished Strip (51/2" Go! Strip

Cutter #55026)

Cut 1 (10" x WOF) strip. Cut 6 strips

at 11/2" x WOF. Subcut strips into 24 (11/2" x 101/2")

F strips.

Cut 1 (30" x WOF) strip. Fan-fold to 6" on the die. Cut

5 (51/2" x WOF) H/I strips.

*ADDITIONAL CUTTING DIRECTIONS:

From Turquoise Tonal:

• Cut 6 (21/4" by fabric width) strips for binding.

To the PointACC U Q U I LT C U T T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S : The GO! Qube Mix & Match 8" Block (#55776) dies and GO! 11/2" strip die (#55024), 21/2" strip die (#55017) and 51/2" strip die (#55026) were used to cut the pieces.


From turquoise tonal:• Cut 2 (21/4" by fabric width) binding strips.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E B I R D B LO C K1. Fold A in half horizontally and vertically and crease to mark the centers. Center the prepared bird pieces on A in numerical order using full-size pattern motif with center mark as a guide for positioning. When satisfied with placement, fuse in place referring to the fusible web manufacturer’s instructions.2. Position and fuse the nest piece along the bottom edge of the fused bird pieces.3. Machine-stitch around the fused shapes using your favorite machine stitch.4. Draw eight 2" x 3" rectangles on the paper side of the fusible web, leaving 1/2" between pieces. Cut out pieces leaving a 1/4" margin all around each piece. Fuse pieces to the wrong side of brown tonal scraps; cut out on drawn lines.5. Cut each rectangle into eight 1/2" x 11/2" segments as shown in Figure 1 to make a total of 64 pieces. Remove paper backing from all pieces.

This quick and easy hanging will add a special homey touch to any room.

M AT E R I A L S • Scraps blue, aqua, turquoise, brown

and yellow tonals• 1 fat quarter light blue print• 1 fat quarter medium blue tonal• 1/4 dark turquoise tonal• Backing to size• Batting to size*• Thread• Medium blue embroidery floss• 4 (1/4") black buttons• 1/2 yard 18"-wide fusible web*• Tracing paper• Water-soluble marker• Template material• Basic sewing tools and supplies

*Steam-A-Seam 2® fusible web and Warm & Natural batting from The Warm Company used to make sample.


Skill Level: Confident BeginnerWall Hanging Size: 14" x 18"Block Size: 12" x 12" finished

Number of Blocks: 1

C U T T I N GPrepare pieces for appliqué as per pattern and instructions, and referring to Raw-Edge Fusible Appliqué on page 14. From light blue print:• Cut 1 (13" x 20)" strip.

Subcut strip into 1 (13") A square. From medium blue tonal:• Cut 2 (11/2" x 20") strips.

Subcut strips into 2 (11/2" x 121/2") B strips.• Cut 2 (5" x 20") strips.

Subcut strips into 2 (5" x 16") C strips.

Welcome to Our Nest

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“Welcome spring (and your guests) with a song. Two of the birds

have open beaks, singing at the top of their little lungs. The center bird seems to wonder about the vocal skills of his

nest mates.” —Holly Daniels


5. Trim the C strips to 31/2" x 141/2", keeping the messages centered.6. Sew B strips to opposite sides of A; press. Sew the “Welcome” C strip to the top and the “To Our Nest” C strip to the bottom of A to complete the wall hanging top.7. Create a quilt sandwich referring to Quilting Basics on page 94. 8. Quilt as desired.9. Bind edges referring to Quilting Basics on page 94.10. Sew buttons to bird shapes for eyes as marked on pattern for positioning. QW

3. Transfer the message patterns to the C strips, using a water-soluble marker and centering the words on the strips as shown in Figure 3.

4. Using three strands of blue embroidery floss and an outline, stem or split stitch, hand-stitch along the marked lines to complete the message.

6. Arrange pieces randomly to cover the nest piece; fuse in place. Stitch a straight line through the center of the top-layer pieces to secure as shown in Figure 2. Note: You may choose not to fuse the top layer pieces, leaving the edges loose. The stitching will hold them in place.

7. Trim the appliquéd A square to 121/2" x 121/2", centering the motif to complete the Bird Block.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E WA L L H A N G I N G1. Fold each C strip in half vertically and horizontally to find the center; finger-press creases.2. Transfer message pattern onto tracing paper with a dark marker, adding center marks.

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Skill Level: Confident BeginnerBag Size: 131/2" x 131/2" x 41/2"

CO M P L E T I N G T H E B AG1. Select and join eight A squares to make an 8A row; press. Repeat to make a total of three 8A rows. Join the rows to make an 8A row section; press.2. Select and join three A squares to make a 3A row; press.3. Sew the 3A row to the 8A section, referring to Figure 1 for positioning, to complete the A unit; press.

4. Referring to Figure 2, layer the muslin rectangle right side down, the same-size batting rectangle and the A unit right side up on top. Quilt as desired.

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as shown in Figure 7. Repeat with the second handle strip.

14. Insert the outer shell into the lining with right sides together; pin top edges together and stitch around the top edge, leaving a 4" opening to turn right side out as shown in Figure 8.

15. Turn right side out through the opening; press top edge flat. Fold opening edges to the inside; hand-stitch opening closed.16. Topstitch 1/4" all around the top edge of the bag to finish. QW

8. Pin the edge of the 3A row right sides together with the bottom edge of the tube, matching seams and leaving one A square on each side open as shown in Figure 4. Stitch to complete the bag bottom.

9. Sew the ends of the 3A row to the side A squares to make bottom corners and complete the outer shell as shown in Figure 5; press. Turn right side out.

10. Complete the lining shell in the same manner as the outer shell using the lining piece cut in step 6; press. Do not turn right side out.

11. Join four A squares for handle strip; press. Repeat to make a second handle strip.12. Referring to Figure 6, fold over 1/4" of each long side of each handle strip and press. Lay a strip of batting on the pressed strip under the lower pressed edge. Bring the upper pressed edge over to meet the opposite edge, enclosing the batting, again referring to Figure 6; press. Pin to hold and then topstitch close to each long edge to complete one handle strip. Repeat with the second handle strip.13. Pin and machine-baste the ends of one handle strip to the front and back top edges of the outer shell with raw edges aligned and going from the front top around the bottom of the shell and up to the back top with the strip

5. Trim the quilted unit even with the edges of the A unit, again referring to Figure 2.

6. Place the trimmed A unit right sides together with the lining fabric and cut a lining piece to match in size; set aside the lining.7. Pin the 8A ends of the A unit right sides together, matching seams. Stitch to make a tube as shown in Figure 3; press seam open.

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This colorful runner was made to match the Hydrangea quilt on page 30.

Have you thought about coordinating quilt pieces?

Hydrangea Runner

D E S I G N E D & Q U I LT E D BY N A N C Y WA L H O U T R E C K E R

M AT E R I A L S • 1/4 yard light green batik• 1/3 yard light aqua batik• 3/8 yard total purple batiks• 3/8 yard total yellow/orange batiks• 3/8 yard bright green batik• 5/8 yard dark turquoise batik• Backing 201/2" x 441/2"• Batting 201/2" x 441/2"• Thread• Basic sewing tools and supplies


Skill Level: Confident BeginnerRunner Size: 44" x 20"


From bright green batik:• Cut 1 (41/4" by fabric width) strip.

Subcut strip into 8 (41/4") squares. Cut each square on both diagonals to make 32 D triangles. Set aside 2 triangles for another project.

• Cut 1 (37/8" by fabric width) strip.Subcut strip into 8 (37/8") squares. Cut

each square in half on 1 diagonal to make 16 F triangles.

From dark turquoise batik:• Cut 1 (37/8" by fabric width) strip.

Subcut strip into 7 (37/8") squares. Cut each square in half on 1 diagonal to make 14 H triangles.

• Cut 1 (41/4" by fabric width) strip.Subcut strip into 4 (41/4") squares. Cut

each square on both diagonals to make 16 G triangles. Set aside 2 triangles for another project.

• Cut 4 (11/2" by fabric width) I/J strips.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E P I N W H E E L B LO C K S1. Sew an E triangle to a D triangle on one short side to make an E-D unit as shown in Figure 1. Repeat to make a total of 30 E-D units.


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C U T T I N GFrom light green batik:• Cut 1 (37/8" by fabric width) strip.

Subcut strip into 7 (37/8") squares. Cut each square in half on 1 diagonal to make 14 C triangles.

From light aqua batik:• Cut 2 (37/8" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 20 (37/8") squares. Cut each square in half on 1 diagonal to make 40 B triangles.

From purple batiks:• Cut 2 (41/4" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 11 (41/4") squares. Cut each square on both diagonals to make 44 E triangles.

From yellow/orange batiks:• Cut 2 (43/4" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 10 (43/4") A squares.

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7. Referring to Figure 6, join two F block quarters to make a row; press. Join the C and H block quarters to make a second row; press. Join the rows to complete one Pinwheel 1 block; press.

8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 to make a total of eight Pinwheel 1 blocks.9. To make one Pinwheel 2 block, select two each C and H block quarters. Referring to Figure 7, join one each block quarter to make a row; press. Repeat. Join the rows to complete the block; press. Repeat to make a total of three Pinwheel 2 blocks.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E S Q UA R E - I N - A - S Q UA R E B LO C K S1. Select one A square and four B triangles to make one Square-in-a-Square block.

2. Repeat step 1 with E and G to make 14 E-G units referring to Figure 2.

3. Add C to the E-G units to make 14 C block quarters as shown in Figure 3; press.

4. Add F to 16 E-D units to make 16 F block quarters as shown in Figure 4; press.

5. Sew H to 14 E-D units to make 14 H block quarters as shown in Figure 5; press.

6. To make one Pinwheel 1 block, select 1 each C and H block quarter and two F block quarters.

2. Sew a B triangle to opposite sides of an A square referring to Figure 8; press.

3. Sew a B triangle to each of the two remaining sides of the A-B unit to complete one Square-in-a-Square block, again referring to Figure 8; press.4. Repeat steps 1–3 to complete a total of 10 Square-in-a-Square blocks.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E R U N N E RRefer to the Assembly Diagram for positioning of blocks and rows during construction.1. Arrange and join three Square-in-a-Square blocks with four Pinwheel 1 blocks to make an X row; press. Repeat to make a second X row.2. Join three Pinwheel 2 blocks with four Square-in-a-Square blocks to make a Y row; press. 3. Join the X and Y rows to complete the pieced center; press.4. Join the I/J strips on the short ends to make one long strip; press. Subcut strip into two each 11/2" x 421/2" I strips and 11/2" x 201/2" J strips. Note: Cut one J strip first to keep the seam in the I strip away from the end of the strip.5. Sew I strips to opposite long sides and J strips to the short ends of the pieced center; press.6. Baste the batting piece to the wrong side of the pieced top.

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7. Place the backing piece right sides together with the basted top/batting; pin to hold.8. Stitch all around, leaving a 4" opening on one side. Trim batting close to seam

and clip corners. Turn right side out through the opening.9. Press edges flat. Turn opening edges to the inside; hand-stitch opening closed. Press edges again.10. Quilt as desired. QW


JUST FOR kidsTRADITION with a twist

“ I designed this modern table runner with my daughter in mind. She is a young adult who has set up housekeeping with

her new husband and has definite opinions about her home decor. The simple lines and

appliquéd round ‘flower power’ shapes give the runner a young, fun vibe, which

she approved of.” —Holly Daniels


4. To complete one Base Block, select one each A-B and AR-BR unit and D and E piece and two C rectangles.5. Sew C to each A-B and AR-BR unit to make a leaf unit and reverse leaf unit as shown in Figure 3; press.

6. Join the two leaf units with E to complete the stem unit as shown in Figure 4; press.

From green solid:• Cut 1 (31/2" by fabric width) B strip.• Cut 2 (11/2" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 7 (11/2" x 8") E strips.• Cut 3 (11/2" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 2 each 11/2" x 121/2" G strips 11/2" x 331/2" H strips.

• Cut 3 (21/4" by fabric width) binding strips.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E B LO C K S1. Fold the A strip in half to make a doubled 31/2" x 20" strip. Use the A/B template or a purchased template to cut seven each A and AR pieces from the strip (A from the top layer and AR from the bottom layer) as shown in Figure 1.

2. Repeat step 1 with the B strip to cut seven each B and BR pieces.3. Sew A to B to make an A-B unit as shown in Figure 2; press. Repeat with AR and BR to make an AR-BR unit, again referring to Figure 2. Repeat to make a total of seven each A-B and AR-BR units.

Add this cheerful garden to your table for your next gathering.

Blooming Blooms Table Runner

M AT E R I A L S • 14 pink and purple batik scraps at

least 5" square• 1/2 yard light blue solid• 3/4 yard green solid• Backing to size• Batting to size*• Thread• 1/2 yard 18"-wide fusible web*• Template material or purchased

template*• Basic sewing tools and supplies

*Tri-Recs Tool Set from EZ Quilting; Steam-A-Seam 2® fusible web and Warm & Natural batting from The Warm Company used to make sample.


Skill Level: Confident BeginnerRunner Size: 33" x 14"


C U T T I N GPrepare templates using patterns given; cut as directed on patterns and as per instructions and referring to Raw-Edge Fusible Appliqué on page 14. From light blue solid:• Cut 1 (31/2" by fabric width) A strip.• Cut 2 (2" by fabric width) strips.

Subcut strips into 14 (2" x 5") C rectangles.

• Cut 1 (41/2" by fabric width) strip.Subcut strip into 7 (41/2" x 5")

D rectangles.• Cut 1 (2" by fabric width) strip.

Subcut strip into 2 (2" x 121/2") F strips.

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7. Sew the D rectangle to the top of the stem unit to complete one Base Block as shown in Figure 5; press.

8. Repeat steps 4–7 to complete a total of seven Base Blocks.

CO M P L E T I N G T H E R U N N E RRefer to the Assembly Diagram as needed for construction steps.1. Arrange and join the seven Base Blocks and add F to each end to complete the pieced center as shown in Figure 6; press.

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2. Sew G strips to each short end and H strips to opposite long sides of the pieced center; press.3. Center and fuse a circle shape on the seam between the stem unit and D as shown in Figure 7.

4. Choose a flower to contrast with each circle. Center and fuse a flower to the center of each circle.5. Machine-stitch around each circle and flower shape using your favorite machine-appliqué stitch and thread to match fabrics. 6. Create a quilt sandwich referring to Quilting Basics on page 94. 7. Quilt as desired.8. Bind edges referring to Quilting Basics on page 94 to finish. QW

Blooming Blooms Table RunnerQuilting Diagram

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Quilting BasicsThe following is a reference guide. For more information,

consult a comprehensive quilting book.

Q U I LT I N G TO O L S & S U P P L I E S• Rotary cutter and mat• Scissors for paper and fabric• Nonslip quilting rulers• Marking tools• Sewing machine• Sewing machine feet:

1/4" seaming foot (for piecing)Walking or even-feed foot (for

piecing or quilting)Darning or free-motion foot (for

free-motion quilting)• Quilting hand-sewing needles• Straight pins• Curved safety pins for basting• Seam ripper• Iron and ironing surface

Mitered Borders1. Add at least twice the border width to the border lengths instructed to cut.2. Center and sew the side borders to the quilt, beginning and ending stitching 1/4" from the quilt corner and backstitching (Figure 1). Repeat with the top and bottom borders.

3. Fold and pin quilt right sides together at a 45-degree angle on one corner (Figure 2). Place a straightedge along the fold and lightly mark a line across the border ends.4. Stitch along the line, backstitching to secure. Trim seam to 1/4" and press open (Figure 3).

Quilt Backing & BattingWe suggest that you cut your backing and batting 8" larger than the finished quilt-top size. If preparing the backing from standard-width fabrics, remove the selvages and sew two or three lengths together; press seams open. If using 108"-wide fabric, trim to size on the straight grain of the fabric.

Prepare batting the same size as your backing. You can purchase prepackaged sizes or battings by the yard and trim to size.

fuse to the wrong side of the fabric following fusible web manufacturer’s instructions.2. Cut the appliqué pieces out on the traced lines, remove paper backing and fuse to the background referring to the appliqué motif given.3. Finish appliqué raw edges with a straight, satin, blanket, zigzag or blind-hem machine stitch with matching or invisible thread.

Turned-Edge Appliqué1. Trace the printed reversed templates onto template plastic. Flip the template over and mark as the right side.2. Position the template, right side up, on the right side of fabric and lightly trace, spacing images 1/2" apart. Cut apart, leaving a 1/4" margin around the traced lines.3. Clip curves and press edges 1/4" to the wrong side around the appliqué shape.4. Referring to the appliqué motif, pin or baste appliqué shapes to the background.5. Hand-stitch shapes in place using a blind stitch and thread to match or machine-stitch using a short blind hemstitch and either matching or invisible thread.

BordersMost Quilter’s World patterns give an exact size to cut borders. You may check those sizes by comparing them to the horizontal and vertical center measurements of your quilt top.

Straight Borders1. Mark the centers of the side borders and quilt top sides.2. Stitch borders to quilt top sides with right sides together and matching raw edges and center marks using a 1/4" seam. Press seams toward borders.3. Repeat with top and bottom border lengths.

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before you begin your project.• Purchase quality, 100 percent cotton

fabrics.• When considering prewashing, do so

with ALL of the fabrics being used. Generally, prewashing is not required in quilting.

• Use 1/4" seam allowance for all stitching unless otherwise instructed.

• Use a short-to-medium stitch length.• Make sure your seams are accurate.

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Quilting 1. Press quilt top on both sides and trim all loose threads.2. Make a quilt sandwich by layering the backing right side down, batting and quilt top centered right side up on flat surface and smooth out. Pin or baste layers together to hold.3. Mark quilting design on quilt top and quilt as desired by hand or machine. Note: If you are sending your quilt to a professional quilter, contact them for specifics about preparing your quilt for quilting.4. When quilting is complete, remove pins or basting. Trim batting and backing edges even with raw edges of quilt top.

Binding the Quilt1. Join binding strips on short ends with diagonal seams to make one long strip; trim seams to 1/4" and press seams open (Figure 4).

2. Fold 1" of one short end to wrong side and press. Fold the binding strip in half with wrong sides together along length, again referring to Figure 4; press. 3. Starting about 3" from the folded short end, sew binding to quilt top edges, matching raw edges and using a 1/4" seam. Stop stitching 1/4" from corner and backstitch (Figure 5).

4. Fold binding up at a 45-degree angle to seam and then down even with quilt edges, forming a pleat at corner, referring to Figure 6.

5. Resume stitching from corner edge as shown in Figure 6, down quilt side, backstitching 1/4" from next corner. Repeat, mitering all corners, stitching to within 3" of starting point.6. Trim binding end long enough to tuck inside starting end and complete stitching (Figure 7).

7. Fold binding to quilt back and stitch in place by hand or machine to complete your quilt.

Q U I LT I N G T E R M S• Appliqué: Adding fabric motifs to

a foundation fabric by hand or ma-chine (see Appliqué section of Basic Techniques).

• Basting: This temporarily secures layers of quilting materials together with safety pins, thread or a spray adhesive in preparation for quilting the layers. Use a long, straight stitch to hand- or machine-stitch one element to another holding the elements in place during construction and usually removed after construction.

• Batting: An insulating material made in a variety of fiber contents that is used between the quilt top and back to provide extra warmth and loft.

• Binding: A finishing strip of fabric sewn to the outer raw edges of a quilt to cover them. Straight-grain binding strips, cut on the crosswise straight grain of the fabric (see Straight & Bias Grain Lines illustration on page 96), are commonly used. Bias binding strips are cut at a 45-degree angle to the straight grain of the fabric. They are used when binding is being added to curved edges.

• Block: The basic quilting unit that is repeated to complete the quilt’s design composition. Blocks can be pieced, appliquéd or solid and are usually square or rectangular in shape.Figure 6

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String or chain piecing is sewing pieces together in a continuous string without clipping threads between sections.

Pressing: Pressing is the process of placing the iron on the fabric, lifting it off the fabric and placing it down in another location to flatten seams or crease fabric without sliding the iron across the fabric. Quilters do not usually use steam when pressing, since it can easily distort fabric shapes. Generally, seam allowances are pressed toward the darker fabric in quilting so that they do not show through the lighter fabric. Seams are pressed in opposite directions where seams are being joined to allow seams to butt against each other and to distribute bulk. Seams are pressed open when multiple seams come together in one place. If you have a question about pressing direction, consult a comprehensive quilting guide for guidance.

• Quilt (noun): A sandwich of two layers of fabric with a third insulating material between them that is then stitched to-gether with the edges covered or bound.

• Quilt (verb): Stitching several layers of fabric materials together with a decora-tive design. Stippling, crosshatch, channel, in-the-ditch, free-motion, allover and me-andering are all terms for quilting designs.

• Quilt Sandwich: A layer of insulating material between a quilt’s top and back fabric.

• Rotary Cutting: Using a rotary cutting blade and straightedge to cut fabric.

• Sashing: Strips of fabric sewn between blocks to separate or set off the designs.

• Subcut: A second cutting of rotary-cut strips that makes the basic shapes used in block and quilt construction.

• Template: A pattern made from a sturdy material which is then used to cut shapes for patchwork and appliqué quilting.

Q U I LT I N G S K I L L L E V E L S• Beginner: A quilter who has been

introduced to the basics of cutting, piecing and assembling a quilt top and is working to master these skills. Someone who has the knowledge of how to sandwich, quilt and bind a quilt, but may not have necessarily accomplished the task yet.

• Confident Beginner: A quilter who has pieced and assembled several quilt tops and is comfortable with the process, and is now ready to move on to more challenging techniques and projects using at least two different techniques.

• Intermediate: A quilter who is comfort-able with most quilting techniques and has a good understanding for design, color and the whole process. A quilter who is experienced in paper piecing, bias piecing and projects involving mul-tiple techniques. Someone who is con-fident in making fabric selections other than those listed in the pattern.

• Advanced: A quilter who is looking for a challenging design. Someone who knows she or he can make any type of quilt. Someone who has the skills to read, comprehend and complete a pattern, and is willing to take on any technique. A quilter who is comfortable in her or his skills and has the ability to select fabric suited to the project. QW

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• Border: The frame of a quilt’s central design used to visually complete the design and give the eye a place to rest.

• Fabric Grain: The fibers that run either parallel (lengthwise grain) or perpendicular (crosswise grain) to the fabric selvage are straight grain. Bias is any diagonal line between the lengthwise or crosswise grain. At these angles the fabric is less stable and stretches easily. The true bias of a woven fabric is a 45-degree angle between the lengthwise and crosswise grain lines.

• Mitered Corners: Matching borders or turning bindings at a 45-degree angle at corners.

• Patchwork: A general term for the completed blocks or quilts that are made from smaller shapes sewn together.

• Pattern: This may refer to the design of a fabric or to the written instructions for a particular quilt design.

• Piecing: The act of sewing smaller pieces and/or units of a block or quilt together. Paper or foundation piecing is sewing fabric to a paper or cloth foundation in a certain order.

CALIFORNIAJudy’s Sewing & Vacuum806 Ocean St.Santa Cruz, CA 95060

ILLINOISThat Quilt Shop, Inc.1818 S. Rose Farm RoadWoodstock, IL 60098

INDIANAFabrics and Friends126 W. Second St.Roanoke, IN 46783

Stone Soup Batiks2520 Miracle LaneMishawaka, IN 46545

IOWABeeHive Crafts & Framing406 Grand Ave. Spencer, IA 51301

Forest Mills Quilt Shop650 Forest Mills RoadPostville, IA 52162

KANSASHen Feathers Quilt Shop110 N. Rock RoadWichita, KS 67206

KENTUCKYMust Stitch Emporium128 Market House SquarePaducah, KY 42001

Quilter’s Square140 Moore DriveLexington, KY 40503

MAINESew Orchid Design316 Main St.Norway, ME 04268

MINNESOTAQuilt Cove1960 Cliff Lake Road, Ste. 134Saint Paul, MN 55122

Quilted Treasures of Rogers14178 NorthdaleRogers, MN 55374

MISSOURIBy The Yard16587 Highway CRayville, MO 64084

Heyde Sewing Machine Co.5451 S. LindberghSaint Louis, MO 63123

Hickory Stick326 N. MainHannibal, MO 63401

Phil’s Sewing Machine401 E. Fifth St.Washington, MO 63090

Quilts & Quilts Country Store3500 N. Gretna RoadBranson, MO 65616

Your Quilt Shop2051 Southway DriveArnold, MO 63010

MONTANAPM Quilting307 Second Ave. W.Sunburst, MT 59482

Trackside Quilting109 E. Main St.Laurel, MT 59044

NEVADAWindy Moon Quilts440 Spokane St.Reno, NV 89512

NEW HAMPSHIREBits ‘n Pieces70 Bridge St., Unit 6Pelham, NH 03076

Haphazard Quilting49 Route 118Canaan, NH 03741

The Sewing Diva Quilt & Gift Shop123 Nashua Road #21Londonderry, NH 03053

NEW JERSEYCattell's Sew Vac & Sewing Academy1 Tomlinson Mill RoadMedford, NJ 08055

NEW MEXICOHomestead Quilting2701 Highland DriveAlamogordo, NM 88310

NEW YORKSew What’s New400 Main St.Islip, NY 11751

OHIOCountry Fabrics6142 Ganges Five Points RoadShiloh, OH 44878

Quilt Beginnings6591 Sawmill RoadDublin, OH 43017

Sew-Ezy Sewing Studio11427 Lebanon RoadCincinnati, OH 45241

OREGONJane’s Fabric Patch1110 Main Ave.Tillamook, OR 97141

PENNSYLVANIAAmy Baughman Sew & Quilt20215 Route 19, Ste. 106Cranberry Township, PA 16066

Amy's Quilt Room LLC253 S. Mount Vernon Ave.Uniontown, PA 15401

Farmhouse Memories148 A Harristown RoadParadise, PA 17562

Good’s Store Distribution Store165 Earland DriveNew Holland, PA 17557

The Round Bobbin Quilt Shop1126-B Horsham RoadAmbler, PA 19002

TENNESSEEHeavenly Stitches Quilt, Embroidery & Sewing4219 Fort Henry Drive, Ste. 100Kingsport, TN 37663

TEXASAustin Sewing & Vacuum1401 S. Interstate Highway 35,Ste. 170Round Rock, TX 78664

Cactus Quilts1811 Sixth St. N.Texas City, TX 77590

Country Girl Fabrics11684 Farm-to-Market Road 114Avery, TX 75554

Crafts & Quilting, Etc.715 S. College Ave.Tyler, TX 75701

Fabrics Carousel1101 12th St.Huntsville, TX 77340

Kam CSI3165 FM 2097Chester, TX 75936

Made With Love Quilt Store & More6324 Edgemere Blvd.El Paso, TX 79925

Patty's Heart4249 34th St. Lubbock, TX 79410

The Quilt Room11515 Farm-to-Market Road 1960, Ste. BHuffman, TX 77336

Rocking Bobbin Quilt Shop9090 Skillman St., #A166Dallas, TX 75243

The Sewing Cottage102 S. MainAndrews, TX 79714

VI RG I N IAMs. Audre's Fabrics-N-Fellowship206 Main St.Narrows, VA 24124

Patchwork Plus17 Killdeer LaneDayton, VA 22821

Suzzie’s Quilt Shop10404 Portsmouth RoadManassas, VA 20109

WASHINGTONLoving Stitches Quilt Shop2916 Hewitt Ave.Everett, WA 98201

Moondancer Crafts204 Pacific Ave. N.Kelso, WA 98626

The Quilt Shoppe19020 Front St. N.E.Poulsbo, WA 98370

Regal Fabrics & Gifts5620 S. Regal St. #8Spokane, WA 99223

WEST VIRGINIAGabby's Sewing & More2777 Pennsylvania Ave.Charleston, WV 25302

WYOMINGAround the Block Quilt Shop453 Vandehei, Ste. 120Cheyenne, WY 82009

CANADAUltimate Sewing Centre191 Bloor St. E.Oshawa, ON L1H 3M3 Canada

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