Table of contents for Issue 30 in Love Patchwork & Quilting

Pick up most mags this month and you’ll find editors everywhere reminiscing on another year gone by and committing their resolutions to print – it’s standard New Year fodder – and who can blame us, these intros really aren’t as easy to write as you’d think! Well I’m bucking the trend… I’ve already got a list of self-improvements as long as my arm, and I sure don’t need to feel guilty about what I should be sewing, who I should be following or how much I should be buying. No fabric diets here folks. I mean, there are worse habits to have than print hoarding, right? Instead of dwelling on what we ought to be doing this New Year, let's focus on getting excited about what we want to be…

QUILT YOU WILL NEED Fabric A and D: each 1½yd Fabric B and C: each 1¼yd Fabric E and F: each 1yd Batting: 64in square Backing fabric: 64in square Binding fabric: ½yd FINISHED SIZE 60in square approx NOTES Seam allowances are ¼in, unless otherwise noted. Press seams open, unless otherwise instructed. WOF = width of fabric. FABRICS USED All fabrics are by Alison Glass for Andover: Fabric A: Geometry in Ocean, Ex Libris Fabric B: Bike Path in Teal, Sun Print Fabric C: Corsage in Gold, Sun Print Fabric D: Geometry in Sunrise, Ex Libris Fabric E: Spent in Night, Field Day Fabric F: Flower Stripe in Hot Pink, Field Day. CUTTING OUT 1 From each of Fabrics A and D cut: Twelve (12) 1¾in x WOF strips, Ten (10)…

QUILT YOU WILL NEED Assorted low-volume prints: fifteen (15) ½yd pieces or forty-eight (48) 10in squares Backing fabric: 4yds Batting: 61in x 80in Binding fabric: ½yd FINISHED SIZE • 57in x 76in approx. NOTES Seam allowances are ¼in, unless otherwise noted. RST = right sides together. WOF = width of fabric. For quilting, Nicole used Aurifil in 28wt for the top thread and 40wt for the bobbin in 2805 – light turquoise, 5015 – gold yellow and 2479 – medium orchid. FABRICS USED • Low volume prints are all from the Cloud Remix collection by Cotton+Steel for RJR Fabrics. CUTTING OUT 1 From twelve (12) of the low volume prints cut three (3) 10in squares. Cut four (4) 10in squares from each of the remaining low-volume prints, for a total…

QUILT YOU WILL NEED Fabrics A–F, one (1) fat eighth each Fabrics G–J one (1) fat quarter each Background fabric: 4yds Backing fabric: 4½yds Batting 66in x 78in Binding fabric ½yd FINISHED SIZE 60in x 72in approx. NOTES Seam allowances are ¼in, unless otherwise noted. Press seams open, unless otherwise instructed. WOF = width of fabric. FABRICS USED Solid fabrics are all from the Pure Elements collection for Art Gallery Fabrics. Fabrics A–J: Aurora Red, Mandarin, Empire Yellow, Dark Citron, Emerald, Mirage Blue, Tile Blue, Cabernet, Verve Violet and Cherry Lipgloss. Background and binding fabric: Light Grey from the Pure Elements collection for Art Gallery Fabrics. Backing fabric: I’m A Maker from the Maker collection by AGF Studio for Art Gallery Fabrics. CUTTING OUT 1 From Fabric A cut one…

ALICE LOVES… • Kristi's one of the little gems I picked up at Quilt Market – are you sick of hearing about that yet?! Her beautiful business card was top of the pile when I got back to the office, and I just knew that her style was a perfect for the mag . Enjoy a sneaky-peek into her workroom, which is as stylish as you'd expect from someone making such gorgeous quilts! ALL ABOUT THE COLOUR As a successful graphic designer, Kristi Schroeder's quilt designs shout colour at every opportunity. This Texan quilter left the corporate world to embrace her love of sewing and creativity. I’M DRAWN TO THE SIMPLICITY OF THE HALF-SQUARE TRIANGLE AND USING IT WITH DIFFERENT COLOR COMBINATIONS AND OTHER QUILT BLOCKS. Despite a successful career…

Medallion quilts are undoubtedly having a bit of a moment in the world of modern quilting. Based on the simple premise of a central motif surrounded by multiple borders, they’re a great platform for mixing print and colour. Lynne Goldsworthy’s thoroughly modern medallion design combines Foundation Paper Piecing (try it – you’ll love it!) to make cute, quirky units plus simple machine pieced strips to break up the patterned borders. Pair with Karen Lewis’ gorgeous Blueberry Park prints, and you’ve got a match made in quilting heaven!…

ALICE LOVES… • There's only a certain class of people that are excited by a new range of zips, but I'm definitely one of them and I'm guessing you are too! These Jelly Freedom Zippers from Lecien in Japan are so clever that you can mix and match the colours of the slider and tape – my imagination is already running away with me... ZIP 'N' MIX New from Lecien are these fab new Jelly Freedom Zipper packs which enable you to swap the colours of the sliders and tapes according to your project. Each kit comes with three sliders and 1.2m of zip tape, and with eight pack colour options – purple, blue, pink, yellow, black, red, green and orange – the mix 'n' match possibilities are huge! The…

SUPER-SIZE BLOCK YOU WILL NEED Fabric A (black), one (1) fat quarter Fabric B (dark grey), one (1) fat quarter Fabric C (light grey), one (1) fat quarter Background fabric (white), one (1) fat quarter Backing fabric 28in square Batting 28in square Binding fabric ¼yd FINISHED SIZE 24in approx. NOTES Seam allowances are ¼in, unless otherwise noted. Press seams open, unless otherwise instructed. RST = right sides together. HST = half-square triangle. WOF = width of fabric. Wash and press all fabrics well before cutting. CUTTING OUT 1 From Fabrics A, B, C and the background fabric cut four (4) 3½in x 12½in rectangles from each. 2 From background fabric cut twelve (12) 3½in squares. 3 From binding fabric cut three (3) 2¼in x WOF strips. MAKING THE BLOCK 4…

QUILT YOU WILL NEED Yellow fabric: five (5) shades, each ¾yds Orange fabric: five (5) shades, each ¾yds Red fabric: five (5) fat quarters Batting 82in square Backing fabric: 4 5/ 8 yds Binding fabric: 5/ 8 yd FINISHED SIZE 75in square approx NOTES Seam allowances are ¼in, unless otherwise noted. Press seams open. HST = half-square triangle. RST = right sides together. WOF = width of fabric. CUTTING OUT 1 From each of the yellow fabrics cut: Four (4) 5½in squares, for Block B. Seven (7) 6in squares, for Block B. From each of four (4) yellow fabrics cut: Five (5) 5½in squares, for Block A. Seven (7) 6in squares, for Block A. (Save scraps for improv piecing). 2 From each of the orange fabrics cut: Six (6) 5½in…

GO FOR A BOLD PERSONALITY-FILLED PRINT ON THE EXTERIOR AND A PLAINER, LIGHTER FABRIC ON THE INSIDE SO YOU CAN FIND YOUR PRECIOUS STASH EASILY! CARRY CASE YOU WILL NEED Exterior fabric: ½yd Lining fabric: ½yd Accent fabric: one (1) fat quarter, for bias tape and suitcase handle 20in wide foam sew-in interfacing 1 3/ 8 yd Mid-weight fusible interfacing: 1yd Zip: 36in long FINISHED SIZE 13in x 10in x 3½in approx. NOTES Seam allowances are ¼in, unless otherwise noted. RST = right sides together. For foam interfacing, we used Pellon FlexFoam (FF77). For templates see page 86. FABRICS USED Fabrics are all from the Picnic collection by Melody Miller for Cotton+Steel: Picnic Basket in Cobalt Canvas, Canvas Apples Blue/Red, Ant March Red, Add It Up Bone and Gust Cobalt.…

We’ve teamed up with the UK’s leading fabric store, The Cotton Patch, to bring you a kit to make this very pattern. Containing all of the prints, solid fabrics and binding to make this quilt. All you need to do is add batting and backing fabric! That’s for the fantastic price of £50.99 – and readers save £5 with discount code CC4384. Visit www.cottonpatch.co.uk or use the order form on page 73. It really is as simple as that, so what are you waiting for? NOTES Seam allowances are ¼in, unless otherwise noted. Press seams to one side, unless otherwise instructed. RST = right sides together. WOF = width of fabric. Fabric supplied by The Cotton Patch. FABRICS USED A selection of prints from Tula Pink’s Eden for Freespirit in…

QUILT YOU WILL NEED Prints: Thirty-six (36) 10in squares Background fabric: 2¼yds Sashing fabric: ½yd Binding fabric: ½yd Backing fabric: 4yds Batting: 70in square FINISHED SIZE 64in square approx NOTES Seam allowances are ¼in, unless otherwise noted. Press seams open, unless otherwise instructed. HRT = half-rectangle triangle. RST = right sides together. WOF = width of fabric. Press all fabrics well before cutting. Fabric supplied by Robert Kaufman For templates see page 86. FABRICS USED Print fabrics are all from the Blueberry Park collection by Karen Lewis (Bright Colorstory). Background fabric is Kona Cotton in Snow. CUTTING OUT 1 From each 10in square print fabric cut: Two (2) 6½in x 3 1/ 8 in. One (1) 5in x 2½in. One (1) Template A. 2 From background fabric cut: Twelve…

Blogger and designer Natalia Bonner is back on the shelves, following up her oh-so-handy beginner’s guide with a new book, Next Steps in Machine Quilting. Boasting 50 new designs and full-size patterns, the thoughtfully produced guide is an encouraging and inspiring way to improve your free-motion and walking-foot skills. Whether a beginner or a seasoned quilter, there’s something for everyone, and her sophisticated designs allow you to challenge yourself with new techniques. With Natalia’s tips and tricks for achieving great results thrown in for good measure, this book is a must-have on any quilter’s bookshelf! ctpub.com…

I keep seeing more and more beautiful quilt photography lately. Stunning backdrops, gorgeous lighting, and really great styling all can help take your photography to the next level. Here are a few things you can do to really make your quilt photos shine! LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION Of course it’s easiest to take a photo of your quilt in your sewing room, or right in your backyard while your quilt holder stands behind it. I do this too sometimes, but I am always happier when I explore a little and find a location that complements the quilt I’ve just worked so hard to make. Old, distressed walls, scenic areas, and even a room in your house that matches the style of the quilt all make great places to take your photos.…

ALICE LOVES… • Whilst my heart lies with in-your-face brights, I’m totally charmed by Liesl Gibson’s first fabric line. Pixel quilts are still hot property, so these sweet floral prints are bang on trend – and add into the mix a palette of mustard, aqua and soft pink, and I’m totally sold! I’m already eagerly anticipating the next collection. PRETTY PIXELS In Woodland Clearing, avid sewer and pattern designer Liesl has combined organic imagery, traditional print motifs and contemporary pixels. Mix it up for a fresh quilt in super-soft cotton lawn. WOODLAND CLEARING By Liesl Gibson for Robert Kaufman Think spring with this elegant and eclectic collection by Liesl Gibson, the sewing virtuoso behind Liesl+co sewing patterns. Choose from illustrated birds and florals, or cute contemporary pixel designs in a…

QUILT YOU WILL NEED Fabric A: twenty (20) fat quarters Fabric B: 4¼yds Binding fabric: 5/ 8 yd Backing fabric: 4¾yds Batting 68in x 86in FINISHED SIZE 64in x 80in approx NOTES Seam allowances are ¼in throughout. WOF = width of fabric. Long-arm quilted by Lee Vause from CUTTING OUT 1 From Fabric A cut: Eighty (80) 4½in squares Sixty-two (62) 5¼in squares. Note: We cut four 4½in squares and three or four 5¼in squares from each fat quarter to get a good variety of prints. 2 From Fabric B cut: Sixty-two (62) 5¼in squares. Twelve (12) 8½in squares. Sixteen (16) 2½in x 16½in. Eighteen (18) 2½in x 4½in. Five (5) 2½in x 56½in. 3 From binding fabric cut eight (8) 2½in x WOF strips. HOURGLASS UNIT 4 Place one…

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