The Big Blooms flower block lap quilt on the cover is just one of the amazing 23+ quilting patterns included in this spring issue. Projects for every skill level and style are included, all with easy-to-understand quilting instructions, which are perfect for the lazy days of summer. Boost your creativity with these colorful, inspiring quilt designs!
Celtic Knot Wall Hanging
Designed & Quilted By Raymond Houston
This reversible applique technique, done by machine, is an alternative to the time-consuming hand-stitching method.
Floral Fantasy
Designed & Quilted By Carolyn S. Vagts for the Village Pattern Company
Add a splash of color to any room with this bright and fun skinny wall hanging. Fusible applique makes it a snap to finish in a weekend.
Friendship Pillow
Designed & Quilted By CJ Behling
Adding a special sentiment to this friendship pillow with embroidery stitches makes it a great gift.
Hearts of Fire
Designed & Quilted By Gina Gempesaw
Stitch up a romantic table runner and have it on hand for a spontaneous quiet evening dinner.
Hugs & Kisses
Designed & Quilted By Robin Waggoner
Use simple piecing techniques to make a large lap quilt reminiscent of a tile floor in your color palette.
In the Bag -- Flower Pop Tote
Designed & Quilted By Tricia Lynn Maloney
Make a tote that says you're ready for spring with simple construction and bright colors. Every quilter should have at least one of these.
Inspiration Page -- Rose Window
Designed & Quilted By Janet Roll
Just for Kids -- A Giraffe of Many Colors
Designed & Quilted By Nancy Brumfield
Bright scraps or fat quarters, some foundation paper and some time to stitch are all you need to create a quilt that anyone would cherish. It's paper piecing at its best.
Little Packages -- Pineapple Delight
Design by Connie Kauffman
Want to get rid of a basket of small scraps? This miniature is a paper-pieced project that requires only small amounts of fabric.
Meet the Designer -- Raymond Houston
By Dawn Goldsmith
Where there's a will, there's Raymond finding a aay.
Mini Quilt Bookwrap
Designed & Quilted By Cinzia Allocca
Wrap your favorite novel in a quilted cover to protect it and turn heads. It adjusts to fit any size paperback and has a handy bookmark.
Precut Corner -- Fat Quarter Slide
Designed & Quilted By Carolyn S. Vagts for The Village Pattern Company
Use a fat quarter collection to make this fast and easy quilt in a weekend. You won't believe how quick it goes together.
Renew Old Ideas -- Big Blooms
Designed & Quilted By Holly Daniels
With this pattern you can have the look of curved piecing without the intimidation -- just machine-applique the quarter circles.
Renew Old Ideas -- Break Time Table Runner
Designed & Quilted By Carol Streif
Explore all the ways you can use border fabrics. Don't limit yourself -- think outside the box. These prints have so many possibilities when used as the main focal point.
Renew Old Ideas -- Cotton Candy
Designed & Quilted By Julie Weaver
Refresh a traditional quilt pattern with happy fabrics. This fabric placement gives the illusion of chevrons and pinwheels.
Renew Old Ideas -- Go Team!
Designed & Quilted By Nancy Scott of Masterpiece Quilting
This quick and easy pieced quilt made in your favorite team's colors will be a hit to any sports fan.
Renew Old Ideas -- Panels & Borders: A Second Look
By Claire Haillot
The possibilities with running border prints and panels are limitless if you use your imagination.
Renew Old Ideas -- Sweet & Spicy
Designed & Quilted By Sue Harvey & Sandy Boobar of Pine Tree Country Quilts
Here's a refreshing new way to piece. You start with a Four-Patch, trim, reassemble and create the alternate block.
Renew Old Ideas -- Take-Along Place Mat
Designed & Quilted By Cinzia Allocca
Make a set of these place mats today and picnic tomorrow. The zippered pocket will make it handy and easy to pack.
Renew Old Ideas -- Ups & Downs
Designed & Quilted By Nancy Scott of Masterpiece Quilting
Turn Log Cabin blocks into a chevron pattern with an on-point setting and fabric placement -- a classic pattern renewed.
Renew Old Ideas -- Who's Home?
Designed & Quilted By Julie Weaver
Fast and fun says it all -- two simple blocks make this chunky and contemporary lap quilt.
Spring's Here! Wreath
Design by Chris Malone
Refresh a door or entryway with this hospitality wreath and add a burst of spring color at the same time.
Stash Management -- Pops of Color Coasters
Design by Chris Malone
These adorable coasters can be made to match any decor and are easy to assemble. Make a basketful.
Sticks
Design by Gina Gempesaw Quilted By Carole Whaling
Random bright stripes on a light background make for an interesting quilt. Try free piecing and be amazed at just how easy it can be.
Tilt-a-Whirl
Design by Lyn Brown Quilted By Jami Goto
This unique block gives the illusion of offset sashing when in fact it is in the block itself. The color choices say fresh-squeezed orange juice meets the ocean.
Traditions With a Twist -- Antique Ties
Designed & Quilted By Renee Mckean
Spring-cleaning out your scrap stash will be amazing and fun with this miniature quilt design. Just think of all the color combinations you will have available by sorting those scraps!
Urban Oasis
Designed & Quilted By Wendy Sheppard for Benartex
Showcase a favorite collection in this versatile design. Create a large throw to keep handy on a rainy day.
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