Stepping to Ohio

by HELEN WEINMAN, DEBBE ENDRES, and BETH WILGIS
Quilted by Celine Spader
Fabric courtesy of Northcott/Monarch

Courthouse Steps borders were used to give traditional Ohio Star blocks a lovely twist!

Skill level: Intermediate
Finished block size: 12" x 12"
Number of blocks: 19
Finished quilt size: 66" x 93"

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Flowers for Marie

by SARA O'DONNELL
Quilted by Roxane Hepker
Fabric courtesy of Quilting Treasures by Cranston

Fabulous and easy! Create this stunning blended nine-patch quilt with assorted fabrics from Marie Osmond's Heirloom Garden collection.

Skill level: Beginner
Finished block size: 6" x 6"
Number of blocks: 103 (85 Nine-Patch, 18 Alternate)
Finished quilt size: 66" x 78"

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Rail Fence blocks, comprised of fabric inspired by vintage French prints, were set on point to create this elegant king-size quilt.

Skill level: Intermediate
Finished block size: 10" x 10"
Number of blocks: 72 (42 pieced, 30 alternate)
Finished quilt size: 105" x 119"

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Daisies in the Cabin

by PAM BONO
Quilted by Mary Nordeng
Fabric courtesy of Robert Kaufman Fabrics

Just too beautiful for words! This gorgeous quilt goes together easily with quick-corner piecing techniques. Begin with Part 1. Part 2 will appear in the May 2008 issue.

Skill level: Advanced
Finished block size: 15-1⁄2" x 15-1⁄2" Block A,
                             16-1⁄2" x 16-1⁄2" Blocks B, C, D, and E
Number of blocks: 36
                (12 Block A, 4 Block B, 4 Block C, 4 Block D, 12 Block E)
Finished quilt size: 100" x 100"

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Chocolate Rose

by HELEN WEINMAN
Quilted by Celine Spader
Fabric courtesy of Marcus Fabrics

Soft flannel fabrics were pieced into luscious Log Cabin blocks for this large lap quilt.

Skill level: Beginner
Finished block size: 14" x 14"
Number of blocks: 12
Finished quilt size: 62" x 76"

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Blythe Spirit

During the late nineteenth century, young ladies of wealthy families were sent to finishing schools to learn the domestic arts, such as water coloring, music, flower arranging, journaling, and needlework. The final touch was often a tour of the European continent, with chaperones of course! This little quilt reflects the spirit of such a grand voyage or, as it was called back then, "finishing trip."

Skill level: Beginner
Finished block size: 20" x 20"
Number of blocks: 4
Finished quilt size: 54" x 54"

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Wedding Quilt

Beautiful beige!
Assorted neutral shades were used to create a quilt fit for a bride.

Skill level: Beginner
Finished block size: 10" x 10"
Number of blocks: 25 (queen), 20 (twin)
Finished quilt size: 90" x 90" (queen), 70" x 84" (twin)

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City Girl

by BENARTEX DESIGN TEAM
Fabric courtesy of Benartex

Spring is just around the corner! Make this easy-to-piece floral throw using large florals, paisleys, and dots for a simply stylish quilt.

Skill level: Beginner
Finished quilt size: 54" x 59"

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Jewel of the Night

No diamonds to piece! These jewel-tone star blocks were assembled with half-square triangles and quick-corner units!

Skill level: Intermediate
Finished block size: 12" x 12"
Number of blocks: 18
Finished quilt size: 71" x 88"

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Mediterranean Sun

by ROXANE HEPKER
Fabric courtesy of Maywood Studio

Sunny fabrics were used to create the beautiful star blocks in this double-bed size quilt.

Skill level: Intermediate
Finished block size: 12" x 12"
Number of blocks: 20
Finished quilt size: 84" x 100"

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Little Wedding Ring

by LUCY A. FAZELY and MICHAEL L. BURNS
Fabric courtesy of Exclusively Quilters

This easy version of the traditional Double Wedding Ring pattern has an extra seam allowance built in so the blocks can be trimmed to measure 8 1/2" square.

Skill level: Intermediate/Advanced
Finished block size: 16" x 16"
Number of blocks: 6
Finished quilt size: 40" x 56"

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Serenity Throw

by CATE TALLMAN-EVANS
Fabric courtesy of Henry Glass & Co.

Soft, sweet, and forever spring! Blue and green florals were stitched into one simple block pattern to create this lovely throw.

Skill level: Beginner/Intermediate
Finished block size: 9" x 9"
Number of blocks: 35
Finished quilt size: 59" x 77"

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My Wholecloth Sampler

by WENDY SHEPPARD

This wholecloth wall hanging contains four 12" finished blocks, each with its own heirloom quilting and background motifs. The project presents itself as a great way to use free-motion machine quilting with a home machine (the sample quilt was pieced and quilted using a Bernina 640e, and the Bernina Stitch Regulator foot was used for the free-motion quilting). It is also perfect for experimenting with the effects of various thread colors and background quilting motifs.

Skill level: Intermediate
Finished block size: 12" x 12"
Number of blocks: 4
Finished quilt size: 30-1⁄2" x 30-1⁄2"

American Country

Scenic country print fabrics designed by American folk artist Warren Kimble were used in this traditional Sawtooth Star block quilt.

Skill level: Beginner/Intermediate
Finished block size: 8" x 8"
Number of blocks: 35 (18 Block A, 17 Block B)
Finished quilt size: 52" x 68"

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Button Bouquet

by PINE TREE COUNTRY QUILTS
Fabric courtesy of P&B Textiles

Large buttons were stitched to stem and leaf appliqués to create this colorful vase of flowers.

Skill level: Intermediate
Finished quilt size: 24" x 28"

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A touch of burgundy in the blocks, sashing, and inner border contributes to the dramatic effect of this unique star block quilt.

Skill level: Beginner
Finished block size: 12" x 12"
Number of blocks: 12
Finished quilt size: 57" x 73"

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Fabric Showcase: Boys Will Be Boys
Whimsical new collection by Kathy Brown

2008 Old Tippecanoe Block Challenge
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Robert Kaufman Fabrics Quilt Quest 2008

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by Patricia L. Cummings

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