American Patchwork & Quilting October 2020

The October 2020 issue of American Patchwork & Quilting is on sale from August 7-October 2.

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Designer: Sharon Tucker

Star blocks from a block exchange were alternated
with 16-Patch blocks to create a scrappy throw.

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Quilt tester: Diane Tomlinson

Fabrics: Azul collection by Windham Fabrics

A monochromatic collection of blue florals, tone-on-tones, and stripes create a beautiful piece of home decor. 

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Designer: Chelsi Stratton of Chelsi Stratton Designs

Fabrics: Summer Sweet collection by Sherri and Chelsi for Moda Fabrics

Pumpkin blocks in two colorways evoke a fall day at a pumpkin patch where maple leaves cover the ground.

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Turn pieced pumpkin blocks into a seasonal quilt using a rich palette of fall colors.

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Designer: Patty Dudek of Elm Street Quilts

Fabrics: Ombré Bloom collection by V and Co., both for Moda Fabrics

Like geese in formation, colorful triangles soar across a solid white background.

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Flying Geese form a gradation of white, red, and black prints in a pretty pillow.

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Designer: Valerie Langue

A quilt of Schoolhouse blocks will bring a sense of nostalgia to any home.

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Upcycle a reusable cloth bag into a stylish tote! Piece, quilt, and bind a block to place over the bag’s promotional logo.

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Designer: Sherri McConnell

Fabrics: Balboa collection by Sherri & Chelsi for Moda Fabrics

Master your piecing skills by sewing small pieces into star blocks.

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Quilt tester: Diane Tomlinson

Fabrics: Artisan Batiks--Make a Splash and Artisan Batiks--Totally Tropical collections by Lunn Studios for Robert Kaufman Fabrics

Navy blue mottled batiks offer a stunning background for vibrant stars in a wall quilt version of Star Struck. 

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Collector: Jody Sanders

Often made to raise funds or as a signed remembrance, signature quilts are a lovely connection to the past.

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Showcase stars composed of favorite holiday fabrics in a stunning wall quilt.

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Designer: Mary A. Blythe of Blythe Girl Designs

A wool appliqué table runner in an array of rich autumn colors radiates warmth.

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For quick fall decor, machine-appliqué shapes to a purchased tea towel.

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Designer: Amanda Wilbert

Fabrics: Catalina collection by Fig Tree Quilts for Moda Fabrics

Using similar colors creates interesting dimensions and harmonious results.

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Quilt tester: Diane Tomlinson

Fabrics: Toscano and Canvas collections, both by Deborah Edwards for Northcott

The red, green, gold, and navy palette generates a seasonal warmth. 

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Designer: Minki Kim

The Pinwheel—one of the earliest pieced blocks—is still used today, often chosen for its satisfying simplicity.

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Quilt tester: Diane Tomlinson

Red, cream, and blue prints were used to create a patriotic version of Spin Me Around.

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