American Patchwork & Quilting April 2021
See the featured quilts and web-exclusive patterns from the American Patchwork & Quilting April 2021 issue.
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April 2021
The April 2021 issue of American Patchwork & Quilting is on sale from February 12-April 8.
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Nine-Patch Square Dance
Designer: Sherri McConnell
Fabrics: Happy Days collection by Sherri & Chelsi for Moda Fabrics
Use precuts to make a throw for our annual quilt-along.
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Nine-Patch Square Dance
Quilt tester: Diane Tomlinson
Bright saturated colors from associate editor Diane Tomlinson's fabric stash shine in her version of Nine-Patch Square Dance.
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Sapphire
Designer: Anita Grossman Solomon
Fabrics: Snow and Prussian Blue from the Kona Cotton Solids collection by Robert Kaufman Fabrics
Although the quilt looks like it's constructed of Pineapple blocks, it's actually 36 Flying Geese-like units set on point with setting squares and triangles.
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Sapphire Color Option
Large throw pillows offer comfort whether you're lounging in bed or on the floor.
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From the Berry Patch
Designer: Emily Vardeman
A new block combination results in a delicious quilt design.
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From the Berry Patch Color Option
Feature a strawberry block in a cheerful pot holder. A hanging loop makes it easy to display it in your kitchen.
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Moment of Zen
Designer: Jo Kramer and Kelli Hanken
Fabrics: Cider collection by BasicGrey for Moda Fabrics
One block in multiple two-print pairings results in a quilt personalized for every maker.
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Moment of Zen Color Option
Quilt tester: Trina Kirkvold
Fabrics: Words to Live By collection by Cherry Guidry for Benartex
Quilt tester Trina Kirkvold chose high-contrast prints to show their positive and negative effects on the Moment of Zen block.
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Out & About
Designer: Kristyne Czepuryk
Fabrics: Butterfly Garden collection by Liberty London for Alice Caroline
Use thread in a contrasting color to hand-quilt a stylish bag.
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Out & About Color Option
Sew a stylish tote that can used to hold projects, groceries, children's toys, and more.
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Ocean Breeze
Designer: Stephanie Luiere
Fabrics: Kona Cotton Solids collection by Robert Kaufman Fabrics
Extending the block design into the border makes the quilt top look woven.
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Ocean Breeze Color Option
Picking what fabrics to use is the hardest part of making this easy-to-sew baby quilt.
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Raspberries & Cream
Designer: Nancy Mahoney
Create a stellar throw in your favorite pair of colors.
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Raspberries & Cream Color Option
Quilt tester: Colleen Tauke
Fabrics: Sophie, Meadow Classics, and Solid Basics collections, all by Tilda Fabrics
For this version of Raspberries & Cream, quilt tester Colleen Tauke made four blocks and framed them with borders.
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Spring Sunrise
Designer: Shannon Arnstein
Fabrics: Midsummer Meadow collection by Katherine Lenius for Riley Blake Designs
Traditional blocks in cheerful colors offer an anecdote to winter.
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Spring Sunrise Color Option
Rotate the orientation of four appliquéd blocks to make a dynamic table topper.
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Crisscross
Designer: Amanda Niederhauser
Fabrics: Mod Meow collection by Amanda Niederhauser for Riley Blake Designs
Alternate two blocks that have strong visual appeal to assemble a modern throw.
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Crisscross Color Option
Quilt tester: Diane Tomlinson
Fabrics: Fruit Punch collection by Kanvas Studio for Benartex
The Crisscross color option doesn't resemble the original because defined light and dark prints were used in different places, allowing a new design to emerge.
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Aqua Oasis
Designer: Jen Shaffer
Two-color blocks set on point rotate around the quilt top for a dramatic and eye-catching design.
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Aqua Oasis Color Option
Designer: Diane Tomlinson
Fabrics: Journey to America collection by Judie Rothermel in collaboration with Old Sturbridge Village Museum for Marcus Fabrics
To make a table-runner version of Aqua Oasis, three blocks were straight set side by side instead of on point and framed with strips.