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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BEYOND THE BLOCK: Log Cabin

A Conversation on MODERN & Traditional Quilting • Defining what makes a quilt modern or traditional isn’t always clear-cut. To explore this topic in greater depth, in each 2024 issue of American Patchwork & Quilting magazine, Joanna Figueroa, a traditional quilter, is holding a dialogue with a guest designer who favors a modern style. Additionally, the designers are creating original quilts based on the same classic block.

5 TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOUR FLYING GEESE UNITS

Coastal COMFORTS • Sew a light and airy two-color quilt with fabrics that mimic the blue water and white sands of the coast.

Red DELICIOUS • Capture a favorite fruit in a wall hanging that features juicy apple blocks and yummy jars of applesauce.

SECRET STARS • THIS THREE-BLOCK QUILT HAS A SURPRISE—STARS FORM IN THE BACKGROUND WHERE THE BLOCKS MEET!

FAN FAIRE • APPLIQUÉD FAN BLOCKS FORM IN-FLIGHT BUTTERFLIES ACROSS A QUILT TOP. BEADED EMBROIDERY ADDS SPARKLE.

COOL Summer • Play with color and contrast in a quilt composed of blocks that sparkle and shine with varying fabric placements.

POOL DAY! • CELEBRATE SUMMER WITH A LIVELY THROW FILLED WITH PIECED AND APPLIQUÉD BEACH BALL BLOCKS.

Girl Talk • Create an adorable tote bag using embroidery, 3-D elements like beads and ribbons, and basic appliqué.

A Study in COLOR • The curves in this vintage-inspired beauty are made using a simple machine-appliqué technique.

THE Seamstress • Use precut strips, embroidery, and a simple star block to quickly assemble a wall hanging worthy of your sewing room.

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

One Last Stitch • Sweeten up your summer canning jars with stitched fruit jar lids.

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