Quilters Companion

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!

Rainbow of Jewels BOM • Rainbow of Jewels Block of the Month designed by Jason Yenter for In the Beginning Fabrics.

Editor’s Journal

Quilters Companion

Quilty Treasures

The Virtual Great Wisconsin Quilt Show • The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show has welcomed thousands of quilting enthusiasts to Madison, Wisconsin, each September for the past 15 years. This year, due to the pandemic, a virtual show was held instead. As the organisers said, “The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show is honoured to present a safe, virtual event that allows us all to Escape, Create and Celebrate without leaving our homes.” The show included a 10-category, juried and judged quilt contest and exhibition. All of this was available via an online experience. Following are some of the prize winners. You can see all of them online at https://quiltshow.com

Sweet Candy • Lashings of sweet pinks and sultry reds turn the traditional Monkey Wrench block into a sweet and sultry quilt that is simple and quick to construct.

Hope • After a year of uncertainty and anxiety, Leanne has named this quilt Hope as a symbol of her hopes for an easier time ahead – sentiments many can identify with.

Molli Sparkles • Fun, vibrant, artistic, thought-provoking — all perfectly suitable words to describe the work of Molli Sparkles. Beginning his journey as many do, from humble beginnings, Molli brings a beautiful energy to his quilting that sparks unique emotions and inspiration.

“Vintage Haberdashery” • Faeries in My Garden In association with The Quilted Rose presents…

Flowers For Zoe

Domestic MACHINE QUILTING with Anita Ellis • Common challenges for the everyday quilter

Dresden Square • Reproduction 1930s fabrics are popular with many quilters — and are sure to be found in many stashes! So dig in and get started with the classic Dresden Plate block and four patches to make this large quilt.

Quilters’ Tour of Japan • Splendid gardens, seasonal foliage, temples, shrines, traditional arts and crafts … Japan has it all. Later this year (November 17-December 4) you can explore some of the most impressive traditional textile and stitchery destinations with Michelle Marvig. Travelling to Tokyo, Kawaguchiko, Takayama, Kanazawa and Kyoto, you will experience enchanting, motivating, traditional and awe-inspiring destinations.

Plus Quilt • The combination of light and dark prints, the palette of mostly grey, blue and green print fabrics in the Xs and the dark and bright of the crosses makes this quilt zing with colour and movement. Keryn has created a variation of the Spool block that is constructed of only squares. Sashing strips are added to the quilt top to complete a quick and effective result.

Tansy Tango • Soothing colours and simple piecing combine with delicate appliqué to make this charming quilt.

Queensland Quilters' Fabric Challenge

Off the Shelf • Look for these great titles at your nearest book or patchwork shop.

Jacaranda • A jacaranda tree in full bloom is a sight to behold. Dig into your stash for glorious bluey purples and sultry greens and a tiny pop of musky pink and soft burgundy to create this beautiful quilt in a combination of piecing and appliqué.

Quilt As You Go • Quilt as you go is a technique that allows you to get the whole project finished at one time. The quilting process is simplified because you quilt...