American Patchwork & Quilting October 2020
See the featured quilts and web-exclusive patterns from the American Patchwork & Quilting October 2020 issue.
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October 2020
The October 2020 issue of American Patchwork & Quilting is on sale from August 7-October 2.
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To Give & To Receive
Designer: Sharon Tucker
Star blocks from a block exchange were alternated
with 16-Patch blocks to create a scrappy throw.
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To Give & To Receive Color Option
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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Pick of the Patch
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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Pick of the Patch Color Option
Turn pieced pumpkin blocks into a seasonal quilt using a rich palette of fall colors.
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Flying Colors
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 Colors Color Option
Flying Geese form a gradation of white, red, and black prints in a pretty pillow.
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Schoolhouses
Designer: Valerie Langue
A quilt of Schoolhouse blocks will bring a sense of nostalgia to any home.
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Schoolhouses Color Option
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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Star Struck
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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Star Struck Color Option
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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Friendship Gathering
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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Friendship Gathering Color Option
Showcase stars composed of favorite holiday fabrics in a stunning wall quilt.
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Pumpkins & Pennies
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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Pumpkins & Pennies Color Option
For quick fall decor, machine-appliqué shapes to a purchased tea towel.
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Blue Hues
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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Blues Hues Color Option
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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Spin Me Around
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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Spin Me Around Color Option
Quilt tester: Diane Tomlinson
Red, cream, and blue prints were used to create a patriotic version of Spin Me Around.