Indice dei contenuti per October/November 2022 in Quick+Easy Quilts

ROLLING THE DIE This issue started with my love for die cutters. I'll admit because of my job, I have had the opportunity to see all the new electronic cutters in action as well as all of the latest dies when they arrive on the scene. But it can be overwhelming to the consumer trying to make purchasing decisions on which system—as a quilter—to invest in. Beginner Bootcamp is all about the machines and systems that work for quilters. We discuss AccuQuilt, Brother ScanNCut, and Cricut specifically. So if you are thinking about buying a die-cutting system, this article is for you! We have three patterns that are die-cut friendly, too! Maple Leaves and Nine-Patches by Bea Lee is a beautiful throw that begs to be part of your autumn…

I designed this quilt with a plaid flannel shirt in mind. By the time August rolls around, I am always dreaming of wearing fall colors and clothes! This pattern can be made using 2½" strips and 5" charm packs or yardage. Kristie Plan Who wouldn’t want to snuggle under a quilt full of warm autumn colors? This bed-sized beauty would be perfect for the dorm bed of any college-bound kid. Go with the same colors Kristie picked, or customize it to include school colors. Either way, construction is quick and easy when you start with 2½"-wide strips stitched into bands. Use an accurate ¼" seam allowance throughout to ensure all elements of the quilt fit together well. Shop Fabric yardage assumes 40" usable width of fabric (WOF) unless otherwise noted.…

Cast a spell on your family with this adorable table runner by Brenda Plaster! Perhaps one that will ensure they will show up at the dinner table on time—and without their phones! A mom can dream… Make quick work of this adorable piece by choosing colorful fabric and a statement print for the border. With a little imagination, you can make one for each season by using different fabrics. What a fun and easy way to dress up your table for Halloween! Plan Stacks of books full of curses, potions and spells seem to teeter precariously in this table runner inspired by vintage Halloween ephemera. Brenda used a directional print for the cream texture and cut her rectangles lengthwise. If you choose to do the same, you will need 1⅜…

So far in Quick + Easy Quilts, we have done a Log Cabin with a 2½" strips, a 5" charm pack, and with 10" squares. It got me thinking—what happens with fat quarters? So I set about figuring that out. When I mentioned what I was making in a meeting, Eileen Fowler said she wanted to play along. What ensued created two very different-looking Log Cabin quilts. Here is what happened. We each chose fat quarters—Eileen selected fabrics for a traditional light/dark block arrangement, and I wanted to use a new collection of fabrics by Tula Pink, so I chose to make my blocks scrappy. Based on my fabric selection, I decided to feature a fun print in the center of my block and cut the center square at 5"…

Abigail gets along with everyone, so she invited just about every fabric in her collection to be on her bright, scrappy quilt! To get the most prints into each of the blocks, no matching sets are made; each unit is unique. Get ready to try your hand at Prairie Points, These borders look like they include complicated piecing, hut nothing could be further from the truth. This technique is quick and fun—and adds so much interest to this scraptastic quilt. Plan Playful colors abound in this scrappy quilt from Abigail Dolinger! The prairie points sewn into the binding add a fun finishing touch to the quilt. While there are a number of ways to make prairie points, our instructions walk you through one technique that makes it easier to layer…

While I was designing this quilt, it was cold with winter coming on. The colors of the fabric remind me of that light in the night when there is fresh snow on the ground, the trees and stars are bright, and the blues are so distinct. I love traditional with a bit of modern thrown in for my quilt piecing style. The challenge I faced was making sure I pieced my seams carefully—as I am using white fabric for the background. When you use both white and dark fabrics in a quilt, it can be a challenge not to have the dark seams visible from the front of the quilt. I have played with many color layouts for this design—so many combinations will work. I love it in fresh pastels…

I wanted to make this traditional Maple Leaf design scrappy—or to at least use less than ¼ yard or a fat quarter for each leaf, plus all the Flying Geese and Nine-Patches. A fat quarter bundle with at least 16 prints would work great! I also discovered I could make the blocks with AccuQuilt dies: they have an 8" Maple Leaf die! Other patches could be cut from my 8" Qube dies. Bea Plan Bea Lee is a prolific quilter. This is partly because she uses a die cutter to make quick work of cutting her fabric. This quilt is the perfect example! Because she used her AccuQuilt Block on Board and Qube systems for the blocks, the math is not easy for rotary cutting. (In other words, it was…

Megan Best bestquilter.com Megan made her first quilt while still in high school. She fosters a love for all things quilting—from designing to teaching to professional longarm quilting. Megan resides in Ferndale, Washington. Abigail Dolinger abyquilts.wordpress.com Abigail is the Children's Ministry Director at her church and enjoys sharing her love of sewing with the children. A lifelong quilter, Abigail is from Lillington, North Carolina. Maria Dzreeva mquilts.ru Maria was born in Russia. She took up patchwork and quilting in 1995 and became a professional quilter soon after. She currently resides in Santa Barbara, California. Annette Falvo Annette is a former technical editor for Love of Quilting. She enjoys the mathematical aspect quilting requires, and likes to incorporate unexpected design elements into her quilts. Annette resides in Golden, Colorado. Bea Lee…

When I moved to the USA and saw a pumpkin patch for the first time in my life, I was impressed by the vibrant colors and different varieties of pumpkins. I thought it would be a good idea to make a quilt and take some photos with a quilt and real pumpkins. That was on my mind for at least five years—and finally my dream has come true. I know that quilters have a huge stash of quilt fabrics in their possession, so the main idea of my quilt design is to use your stash as much as possible. Try to play with fabrics that you have and save money for the next project. Maria Photo courtesy of Maria Dzreeva. Plan Gather your autumn-inspired prints and solids for this fun…

1. Trace appliqué motif onto paper side of fusible web, making a separate tracing for each appliqué needed. 2. Roughly cut out drawn appliqué shape and follow manufacturer’s instructions to fuse to wrong side of appliqué fabric. 3. With small, sharp scissors, carefully cut out drawn shape. 4. Peel off paper backing. Position appliqué in place on background fabric, and fuse shape in place. 5. Using coordinating thread and your preferred stitch, machine appliqué oudine of shape. 6. A satin stitch will completely cover the edge, but a blanket stitch or zigzag stitch will also work to secure edges. Products used: Havel's Self-Healing Cutting Mat and Havel's 6" Serrated-Blade Fabric Scissors. Fabric from Abstract Collage collection by Ampersand for Paintbrush Studio Fabrics. TIP: To keep dark background fabrics from showing…

Wonky Webs is about brewing up some quirky quilting fun for Halloween. It was inspired by an even quirkier Halloween tradition our family enjoys: each October, the Colorado town of Manitou Springs hosts a unique Halloween festival called The Emma Crawford Coffin Races. Emma, who died in 1891, was buried atop Red Mountain, overlooking the town. Four decades later, severe weather caused Emma's coffin to become unearthed and rapidly slide down the muddy mountain. A festival that marks Emma's posthumous misadventure may seem bizarre to some folks! But for those who enjoy the outlandish side of Halloween, the coffin races are a spooky good time! My technique for this quilt began by creating a “pieced fabric” using improv wonky strip piecing. The pattern here uses a paper foundation for stability.…

There have been four generations of my family who have served in the military. For this reason, I try to support their legacy by creating a new Quilt of Valor® every year. Heroes Proved was designed to create a composition in which the sashing and blocks intermingle. A sort of melding of the designs to blur the definition between them. This quilt would work well in numerous other fabrics or color combinations to suit your style or decor. It would make a lovely gift. Krisanne Plan Get ready to practice making Quick-Pieced Flying Geese Units with this patriotic design by Krisanne Watkins. This timesaving technique is a little bit tricky, but we assure you that once you get the hang of it— it’s a breeze! Be sure to check out…

Dies for AccuQuilt Go! From GO! Strip Cutters • 2" (1½" Finished) (55025) • 2½" (2" Finished) (55017 or 55014) • 5½" (5" Finished) (55026) • GO! Square-6½" (6" Finished) (55000) From GO! Qube Mix & Match 8" Block (55776) • GO! Square-4½" (4" Finished)–Shape 1 (or 55060 or 55018-GO!) • GO! Square-2½" (2" Finished)–Shape 2 (or 55059 or 55018-GO!) • GO! Quarter-Square Triangle-4" Finished Square-Shape 4 (or 55316 or 55047-GO!) • GO! Half-Square Triangle-2" Finished Square-Shape 5 (or 55063 or 55018-GO!) • GO! Rectangle-2½" × 4½" (2" × 4" Finished) –Shape 8 (or 55159-GO!) We include dies and basic cutting instructions, you will want to refer to die instructions for best cutting results. Die-Cutting • Assorted prints cut 1 strip 7" ½ WOF: cut 5 squares 6½" (D) using…

Dies for AccuQuilt Go! From GO! Strip Cutters • GO! Strip Cutters 4½" (4" Finished) (55054) • GO! Strip Cutter 2½" (2" Finished) (55017 or 55014) • GO! Strip Cutters 1½" (1" Finished) (55024) • GO! Triangles in a Square-4" Finished Square Die (55409) • GO! Kite 4" Finished (55254) From GO! Qube Mix & Match 8" Block (55776) • GO! Square-4½" (4" Finished)— Shape 1 (or 55708 or 55060 or 55018) We include dies and basic cutting instructions, you will want to refer to die instructions for best cutting results. Die-Cutting • Medium blue batik cut 3 strips 5" × WOF: cut 22 section 1 kites using GO! Kite 4" Finished (55254) • White solid cut 13 strips 2½" × WOF for borders 1 and 3 using GO! Strip Cutter-2½"…

This version using AccuQuilt dies will finish at 54" × 54". Dies for AccuQuilt GO! From GO! Strip Cutters • GO! Strip Cutter 1½" (1" Finished) (55024) • GO! Strip Cutter 2½" (2" Finished) (55017 or 55014) From GO! Qube Mix & Match 8" Block (55776) • GO! Square 2½" (2" Finished Square)-Shape 2 (or 55059 or 55018) • GO! Quarter-Square Triangle (4" Finished Square)-Shape 4 (or 55316 or 55047) • GO! Half-Square Triangle (2" Finished Square)-Shape 5 (or 55063 or 55018) GO! Maple Leaf 8" Finished Block (55195) Die-Cutting • Assorted prints from each of 16 fat quarters: cut 1 strip 5½" × WOF: cut 9 squares 2½" (E) using Shape 2 cut 4 Quarter-Square Triangles using Shape 4 for Flying Geese large triangles cut 2 strips 3¾" × WOF: cut…

1. Cut two squares ⅞" larger than desired finished size of triangle-square. 2. On wrong side of one square, mark diagonal line from corner to corner. This will be your cutting line. Mark sewing lines ¼" away from each side of cutting line. 3. Place marked square on top of other square, right sides facing. Sew along marked sewing lines. 4. Cut along marked cutting line. 5. Press seam allowances toward darker fabric. TIP: This method works for any size triangle-square. Cut squares the finished size of triangle-squares plus ⅞". Products used: Havel's Self-Healing Cutting Mat, Havel's 6" × 24" Fabric Ruler, and Havel's 45mm Rotary Cutter. Fabric from Abstract Collage collection by Ampersand and Garden Glory collection by Maja Ronnback, both for Paintbrush Studio Fabrics. Watch this Sew Easy™…

Become Our Next New Designer We invite you to submit your original designs to be considered for publication in Quiltmaker, McCall's Quilting, Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting, and Fons & Porter's Quick + Easy Quilts magazines. What we look for: •Traditional, contemporary, modern, whimsical, and seasonal designs. •Home décor items, totes, etc. •Techniques including appliqué, foundation piecing, and hand embroidery. •Sizes from table runner to bed size. •Quilts for children and babies. •Quilts designed for precuts like 2½" strips, 5" and 10" squares. •Pattern writing experience is not required. We diagram the quilt and write the pattern. •Articles about quilting. Submission Guidelines All submissions must be original, unpublished designs. This includes patterns in the store in which you work, in classes you conduct, on your website or online store,…

We love indie business owners! Our team shared some of their current favorites. Kelli Fannin Quilts—Kelli's most popular pattern, Stitch Happens, has been turned into an adorable sticker. At approximately 3" x 3½", it's fun for laptops, sewing machines or cases, luggage, or anywhere else you'd like to stick an iconic sewing machine. Buy several to share with your quilting friends but be sure to keep one or two for yourself! etsy.com/shop/KelliFanninQuilts Smart Needle Essentials Sewing Caddy—Keep your essential notions right on your machine! This unique and functional caddy keeps your sewing essentials right on your machine. Made of high-quality rubber with a strong suction cup, it will easily stick to your sewing, embroidery, and serger machines, as well as other smooth surfaces. Each sewing caddy holds six type A…

Kaleidoscope Quilts 2023 Wall Calendar by Paula Nadelstern C&T Publishing, 2022 It's not too early to plan for 2023! Get ready to enjoy 12 months of visually stunning kaleidoscopic quilt images with this 2023 calendar from award-winning artist and quiltmaker Paula Nadelstern. Inspired by the endless possibilities viewed through kaleidoscopes, Paula's quilts are full of dazzling color, form, and complex design. You'll want to keep this 12" × 12" wall calendar in your quilt studio for inspiration long after the year has ended! ctpub.com Show Me How to Paper Piece, Second Edition by Carol Doak C&T Publishing, 2022 Foundation paper piecing is a great way to sew blocks with unusual angles. And Carol Doak is just the right expert to teach it. Carol shares her favorite tips and tricks for…

1. Place one small square on larger square, right sides facing and aligning raw edges. Draw a line diagonally on wrong side as shown. 2. Sew on drawn line. Trim ¼" beyond stitching. 3. Press open to reveal triangle. 4. Following pattern instructions, repeat for remaining corners to complete unit. Products used: Havel's Self-Healing Cutting Mat, Havel's 45mm Rotary Cutter, and Havel's 6" × 24" Fabric Ruler. Fabric from Garden Glory by Maja Ronnback collection and Abstract Collage by Ampersand collection for Paintbrush Studio Fabrics. Watch this Sew Easy™ Lesson at QuiltingDaily.com/Sew-Easy-Stitch-and-Flip-Corners…

1. Place fabric pieces larger than section 1 and 2 right sides together on back side of paper. Be sure fabric for section 1 is under that area and edges of fabric extend at least 34" past stitching line. 2. Using 90/14-sized needle and a short stitch length so papers will tear off easily, stitch on line between two areas, extending stitching into seam allowances at ends of seams. 3. Open pieces and finger press the seam. Right sides of fabrics will be facing out on back side of pattern. 4. Turn unit over and fold back paper on stitched line. Trim seam allowance to 34". 5. Continue adding fabrics in numerical order, as you did with section 2. When all fabrics are added, trim excess paper and fabric along…

1. On wrong side of each of four small squares, mark diagonal line corner to corner. This will be your cutting line. Mark sewing lines ¼" away from each side of cutting line. 2. Place two small squares on opposite corners of one large square, right sides facing. Corners will overlap slightly at center. Sew along marked sewing lines. 3. Cut along marked cutting lines. Press seams toward small triangles. 4. Place remaining small squares on unit corners. Sew along marked sewing lines. 5. Cut along marked cutting lines. 6. Press seams toward small triangles to complete four Flying Geese units. Products used: Havel's Self-Healing Cutting Mat, Havel's 6" × 24" Fabric Ruler, and Havel's 45mm Rotary Cutter. Fabric from Garden Glory collection by Maja Ronnback and Abstract Collage collection…