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WHEN THE WEATHER SAYS SEW • Cold air outside, warm fabric in hand—quilting days are the coziest kind of happy.

UNDER AUTUMN SKIES • Make this quilt row by row instead of block by block. This technique eliminates much of the point matching and simplifies the construction.

PUMPKIN HOPSCOTCH • This cheerful design sews up quickly for fall decorating.

MAGIC CARPET • Inspired by the rich colors and patterns of Persian carpets, this quilt could reflect many exotic places simply by your color choices.

SPINNING STARS • This study in color gradation is a great way to showcase a collection of blues. Hang it on any wall and listen to all the compliments.

SHIMMERING STARS • Half log cabin units form a twist-and-turn star design over the top of this night-sky-color quilt.

AUTUMN GATHERINGS • The air may be crisp outside, but inside, color and comfort come together with every stitch.

MODERN HARVEST • Go totally modern by going retro! This quilt has the bones of a traditional quilt, but the colors and layout make it fresh!

VILLAGE GREEN • Dig into your stash of fat quarters to create your own town square with simple blocks.

WARM EYES • A fun collection of fat quarters, or 5" or 10" squares, some coordinating yardage and the appliqué technique of your choice is all you need to create this beauty.

TRIANGLE MIX-UP • Blend warm autumn hues with playful geometry to create a quilt that feels both cozy and modern.

AT MIDNIGHT • Grab your favorite set of precut strips and make this fast and easy quilt in a weekend.

CABIN RETREAT • The hum of a sewing machine is the soundtrack of a perfect chilly retreat—a gentle rhythm that turns fabric and thread into something both beautiful and lasting.

GOT THE BLUES • Collect your dark and light scraps to make a striking bed-size quilt.

NEUTRAL TWISTS • Rich shades of brown and tan set the stage for cozy autumn gatherings.

MOUNTAIN ESCAPE • A single cabin lies amidst the trees in this warm quilt. The pieced border lends to the woodsy feel with its dappled colors.

BEAR PAW STAR • Strips are added to only one side of the center in the one-sided Log Cabin blocks used in this quilt.

CABIN IN THE WOODS • Earth-tone tonals add warmth to this easy-to-stitch quilt.

STARRY PATHS RUNNER • Turn this Star block into a statement for your next dinner party. This one block can say you're a quilter with style with your personal fabric choices.

GHOULISHLY GOOD FRIENDS • Delightfully spooky friends add a hint of mischief to fun designs for Halloween decorating.

FRIENDLY GHOSTS • Playful ghosts peek and pop across this charming bench pillow, bringing a lighthearted dose of fun to your autumn decor.

RAW-EDGE FUSIBLE APPLIQUÉ

CAROLINE • Thoughtfully placed half-square triangle units create a balanced and artful stardust effect.

FRANKENSTEIN PINCUSHION • You can stick all your pins in this woolly pincushion … Frankie won't feel a thing. Make him out of felted wool and embroidery floss for a cute and practical decoration.

SCAREDY-CAT • No tricks, just treats when you make this black cat pot holder. Or omit the Halloween colors and make a cat that looks like yours!

JACK & MUMMY PILLOWS • Use precut strips to create the characters’ faces and add simple embellishments to bring them to life.

Quilting Basics • The following is a reference guide. For more information, consult a comprehensive quilting book.

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