American Patchwork & Quilting

American Patchwork and Quilting delivers inspiration, education, and motivation to passionate quilting enthusiasts of all skill levels. In each issue, you'll get the highest quality patterns and how-to instructions, along with compelling feature stories about designers and destinations.Every digital issue includes the pattern pieces found in the corresponding print version. To access pattern pieces, simply click on the underlined text in Cut Fabrics sections.

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Garden GATE • Florals peek through blue-and-cream bands that mimic fencing.

COLOR OPTIONS • Electric Quilt 8 software contains more than 6,000 fabric swatches and allows you to import your own when you’re designing a project. You can change a color in all units with just one click or update each patch individually.

CATERPILLAR • Staggered Snowball blocks combine with bright Pinwheel blocks to make a playful baby quilt.

QUILTED COLOR OPTION

Round of APPLAUSE

WATER COLORS • Simple units in bold colors form blocks that appear to ripple across a quilt top.

Summer ON THE COAST • Three blocks pieced in colorful prints generate an easy, breezy vibe.

Blue Ribbon BEAUTY • Stitch a winning display using wool appliqué and easy-as-pie embroidery stitches.

EMBROIDERY STITCHES

HEAT WAVE • For blocks that sizzle like the sun on the hottest days of summer, choose bright prints in reds, oranges, pinks, and yellows.

FREE FALL • One block in assorted prints twists and turns across a quilt top for a lively throw.

FIRECRACKER • Stars burst with patriotic flair in a large throw. Pink and aqua add a modern touch to the classic red, white, and blue color palette.

Seaside RETREAT • Vibrant batiks in sea glass colors add depth and motion to blocks made with partial seams.

Seasonal SEWING • Assemble sewing room accessories that will keep your space tidy.

Back to Basics • Refer to these tips and techniques when you need information to make a project.

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