Innholdsfortegnelse for Winter 2025 i Quick+Easy Quilts

STITCHING UP A WINTER WONDERLAND Winter has arrived, bringing frosty mornings, cozy evenings, and the perfect excuse to spend extra time at your sewing machine. This is the season for warmth and reflection, where every stitch can be a comforting reminder to slow down and savor quieter moments. In this issue, we embrace winter with projects to help you settle into the season. Imagine sipping a hot cup of cocoa by the fire while wrapped up in a soft, snuggly quilt—like Heather Long's cool Frosty Nights throw, the luscious Blue Hue quilt by Corrie Hadaller, or Lyn Brown's wintery After The Rush. Put a bundle of 10" squares to good use for Siobhan Fitzpatrick's Radiate bed-size quilt. Or whip up Lori Thompson's Cozy Kaleidoscope with cuddly 5" flannel squares. And…

finished size: 44" × 53" finished blocks: 20 (9") BLOCKS I wanted this quilt to look like stars twinkling on a cool winter night. I love showing off large prints— and the snowball blocks in this quilt are perfect for that. I carefully arranged all the triangles for my star blocks to be sure my directional prints were all going the same way. Heather Plan Quickly create a cozy quilt to capture a crisp wintery evening sky full of shimmering stars. For the stars in block Y, Heather chose a white directional print. Refer to the Cutting Diagram if you use something similar and want to keep the print running in the same direction throughout the block. With the directional print in all squares oriented the same, cut 10 in…

The Quilt Binding Bible by Marci Baker C&T Publishing, 2025 If binding your quilt always feels more stressful than piecing the quilt top, The Quilt Binding Bible by Marci Baker is here to help! This book breaks down 25 binding techniques step-by-step, from basic double-fold binding to fancy options like mock piping and prairie points. Marci's clear instructions make even the trickiest corners achievable, and her troubleshooting tips are a lifesaver. The book includes five practice projects and loads of variations. It's like having a binding coach by your side; your quilts will look polished and professional in no time! ctpub.com Picture Patchwork: 15 Charted Patterns for Novelty Quilts by JoAnn Lepore Landauer, 2024 For quilters who love simple quilt designs with a big impact, Picture Patchwork is a total…

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" x 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™…

Using a panel is a quick and easy way to fill the center of a quilt. Add a couple of borders to make a quick wall hanging, or use smaller panels as quilt blocks or placemats. Panels are also great to cut up and use for kaleidoscope quilts such as a one-block wonder. I love working with panels. They come in all sizes and shapes, and the subject matter ranges from children's superheroes to wildlife, seasonal designs, and so much more. Panel sizes A panel labeled as 24" is not 24" when you get it home and measure it. So what's the deal? Twenty-four-inch panels are labeled as 24" because that is the size of the base fabric used during the screen-printing process. The maximum width of the fabric in…

1. Using squares that are 1"–1⅛" larger than desired finished size of triangle-square, align 450 line of ruler along diagonal seam of triangle-square, allowing top and right edges to extend slightly past the edges of ruler. 2. Trim along top and right edge of ruler. 3. Turn triangle-square. Align ruler's 450 line with seam, and unit's cut edges with desired measurements. Trim top and right sides to square up unit. Products used: Havel's Self-Healing Cutting Mat, Havel's 45mm Rotary Cutter, and Havel's 6½" Fabric Ruler. Fabrics from Garden Glory collection by Maja Ronnback and Abstract Collage collection by Ampersand, both for Paintbrush Studio Fabrics. Watch this Sew EasyTM Lesson at QuiltingDaily.com/Sew-Easy-Trimming-Oversized-Triangle-Squares…

finished size: 64" × 64" finished blocks: 16 (16") BLOCKS Half-Square Triangles have long been a favorite of mine, and I love the many designs that can be created with them. I love geometry (Thanks, Mrs. Williams!)—perhaps one of the things that drew me to quilting. I also love color! I am currently dreaming up many combinations of this quilt—and I hope you do, too! I would love to see it with a neutral background as well. Corrie Plan Perfect for a beginner—or a seasoned quilter wanting to whip up a quilt in a weekend, this design lets shades of blue and gray take center stage. And since it is made entirely with triangle-square units, it's a breeze to assemble! We've patterned Blue Hue using our Quick-Pieced TriangleSquares technique. But…

1. On wrong side of lighter 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. Repeat for opposite diagonal. 2. Place marked square on top of darker square, right sides facing; sew along marked sewing lines. 3. Cut sewn squares vertically and horizontally to make four equal sections. 4. Cut along marked cutting lines to make eight triangle-squares. 5. Press seam allowances toward darker fabric. Products used: Havel's Self-Healing Cutting Mat, Havel's 6" x 24" Fabric Ruler, and Havel's 45mm Rotary Cutter. Fabric from Garden Glory collection by Maja Ronnback and Abstract Collage collection by Ampersand, both for Paintbrush Studio Fabrics. TIP: This method works for any size triangle-square unit. Cut squares twice the…

“After the holidays, my sewing room often looks like a tornado has blazed through, leaving little bits and pieces as reminders of gifts created and shared. Before starting something new, I must take the time to tidy up my space. I consider this a gift to myself to cultivate creativity! I begin by picking up and sorting scraps as I go. I have a place where I keep a few of my favorite commonly used strip sizes (sorted by color), and the rest gets sorted into a furniture piece next to my cutting table for easy access. I often remind myself ‘Future you will thank you’ when doing this tedious kind of sorting. Arranging my scrap cupboard by color speeds up my quilting process and sparks ideas. And because I…

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" x 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…

finished size: 2" × 4" I love making Christmas ornaments for my home and giving them as gifts. They're a fast and fun way to get into the holiday spirit. I used felted wool, flannel, and simple stitching with Perle cotton to give these birds a folkart look and feel. The tilt of the wings gives the birds a gentle sense of motion (as though they were alighting on a branch) that I love. Jen Plan Create your own flock of whimsical wool birds with this fun pattern! These little guys can be assembled quickly to make perfect tree and package ornaments, last-minute gifts, or sweet handmade décor for any time of the year. Jen used similar colors for the soft flannel and felted wools, plus a coordinating Perle cotton…

finished size: 62" × 56" finished units: 30 (6") UNITS My family has been visiting our National Parks since the kids were little. This scene reminds me of the many wildlife scenes we have photographed and enjoyed. This design would work for many panels and coordinating fabrics. Deborah Plan Deborah's quilt showcases a panel with a serene landscape adorned with majestic moose to capture the peacefulness of nature at dawn. Her design will also work well with other picturesque panels. To fit within the borders, the panel needs to be at least 32½" × 39½". For the borders, choose fabrics that coordinate with the panel. Notice how Deborah chose a directional cream print and carefully pieced it into the units so the print was oriented in the same direction throughout…

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finished size: 14" × 40" When I think of winter, images of my childhood come to mind. I grew up in Ottawa, Canada, home of blustery cold winter days and tons of snow! I disliked cold temperatures as a child, yet I always enjoyed drawing winter scenes of smiling snowmen adorned with hats and sticks for their arms. The concept of creating with snow was much cozier than being outside in it! Those memories inspired this quilted table runner. The three snowmen also represent my three kids (adults now), giving me a personal connection to this design. I love doing raw-edge appliqué because shapes can be cut and sewn precisely and more efficiently than traditional appliqué techniques. It was fun to dress each snowman with a hat, scarf, and stick…

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 outline 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…

Preparing and Basting for Domestic Machine Quilting Properly preparing a quilt top for domestic machine quilting makes the process smoother and more enjoyable—and is essential for achieving a polished, professional finish. Each step of the process—from layering the “quilt sandwich” to choosing a basting technique, plays an important role. We'll walk you through the steps—so you can tackle quilting with confidence and ease. 1. The backing and quilt top should be freshly ironed and wrinkle-free. Be sure the backing and batting are cut larger than the quilt top. (We suggest adding at least 4" for small quilts—like wall hangings and baby quilts, and 8" for everything else.) Allowing the batting to lay flat for a couple of days before basting will help relax any folds. 2. Find the crosswise center…

finished size: 56" × 56" finished blocks: 25 (8") BLOCKS I was inspired to make this quilt on a fall trip to the Rocky Mountains. I ducked into a favorite quilt shop to warm up in Granby, Colorado—and found these colorful Maywood Woolies charm packs. The warm fabric and bright colors were perfect for a winter throw. They also coordinated perfectly with a dark olive flannel I had left over from making my husband's flannel shirt. I started with Triangle-Squares—eventually arranging them into hourglass-like blocks. I intentionally coordinated the colors within the blocks so the colorful fabrics would pop against the dark flannel. The pre-cut charm squares made this an easy, quick, and fun project. Piecing the quilt top was straightforward—with no extra tools or special rulers needed. Lori Plan…

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finished size: 81" × 81" finished blocks: 81 (9") UNITS When I was designing this quilt, I was looking for different ways to use precut 10" squares—since I feel like they are a great way to get an entire collection while only spending a reasonable amount of money. (And let's face it, every quilter has a bunch of them in their fabric stash.) Of course, the easiest thing to do with squares to liven them up is to make 2-at-a- time triangle-squares. I have a little bit of a love/hate relationship with triangle-squares because they add so much interest to a quilt—but they are my least favorite block to trim (who else is with me?). But I thought at 9" it wouldn't be that bad—and it wasn't. The design came…

finished size: 2" × 4" Add a touch of homespun charm this winter with Jen's adorable snowman ornaments! Made with soft wool, they're as cozy as a winter sweater—and just as fun to make. Perfect for your tree, gift toppers, or just because, these frosty little guys are simple to stitch and full of personality. What a quick, fun way to spread some winter cheer! Plan Hand-sewing ornaments are a wonderful way to slow down and enjoy the season. There's something special about simple stitching that makes each ornament feel personal and full of charm. Plus, these little guys are the perfect portable project-easy to work on while sipping cocoa, watching holiday movies, or chatting with loved ones. Gather a few scraps of wool and homespun fabric, a few twigs,…

finished size: 60" × 72" finished blocks: 30 (12") BLOCKS This Quilt of Valor® honors my father's eight years of service in the Air Force. His technical proficiencies led to Air Command training and a posting to the Neubiberg Air Force Base in Germany. He specialized in radio communications, ultimately leading to a successful civilian career. Dawn This pattern meets the guidelines established by the Quilts of Valor® Foundation. To learn more about QOV®, go to QuiltingDaily.com/quilts-of-valor. Plan This Quilt of Valor® pattern starts with simple strips joined into bands to create a stunning block design—similar to how individuals can come together to serve a bigger purpose. As you stitch each strip, you will create something meaningful to honor the courage and dedication of those who serve. Use an accurate…

1. Cut a square large enough to make the bias size strip needed (see chart). Cut square in half diagonally. TIP: Pin the “top” and “bottom” outer edges to remember straight-of-grain in the next step. 2. Align raw, straight-of-grain edges with right sides facing, and allow ¼" of 45º tip to extend on either side as shown. 3. Pin raw edges. 4. Sew triangles together with ¼" seam. 5. Press seam open. You will have an unusual, rhombus shape. TIP: The equation to determine the length you need is: [(height of quilt + width of quilt) x 2] + 10. Products used: Havel's Self-Healing Cutting Mat, Havel's 45mm Rotary Cutter, Havel's 6" x 24" Fabric Ruler, Havel's 8" Fabric Scissors. Fabric from Abstract Collage collection by Ampersand for Paintbrush Studio…