Quilters Companion is the definitive patchwork and quilting magazine. Published since 2001, Quilters Companion provides readers with exciting quilting projects. These projects are accompanied by easy-to follow instructions and accompanying pattern sheets, stunning styled shots and interesting stories about the featured projects. We pride ourselves not just on being an instructional publication — we are a good read as well!
Editor’s Journal
Quilters Companion • QC No. 116 Vol.20 No.4 JULY/AUGUST 2022
Quilty Treasures
AQS QuiltWeek – Branson • American Quilters' Society presents quilt shows in multiple cities across the country each year. Most notable is the Paducah event held annually in April. Here, we share some of the winning quilts from the QuiltWeek event held in Branson, Missouri USA in late March 2022.
New Canterbury Part 1, The Centre Square
New Canterbury
Wreaths and Berries
Flower Show
Armchair Travels • Italy and Greece
Eagle Medallion
Off the Shelf • Enjoy this selection of new and recently released books on patchwork and quilting topics and techniques.
Good Tidings
Rue Floriane
Wholecloth designs: with rulers in mind
No Sew Batting Joiner by Matilda’s own
Whimsical Houses
Cozy Cottages
Block Of The Month Programs & kits • Welcome to our new block of the month and kits section where each issue we will bring you a diverse selection of block of the month programs and kits for purchase. These product cover a variety of styles, colours and techniques.
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IN THE Market • Have a look through the next few pages to discover what fantastic new products, ideas and designs are InThe Market to inspire you.
ON THE Road • AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND GUIDE TO CRAFT, SEWING AND PATCHWORK SHOPS
Diary Dates
The Basics Guide • The Basics Guide provides information and explanations about tools and techniques required to make a quilt. Many of the items needed are general sewing supplies, and the specialist quilting tools can be found at your favourite patchwork shop. The Basics Guide is available as a free downloadable document that you can refer to as required.
Next Issue • Check out a round up of 2022’s new Christmas fabrics. quilting journey of Robyn Shapiro of The Strawberry