http://www.popularpatchwork.com/ Popular Patchwork Latest Articles en-gb Copyright My Hobby Stored Limited - 2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/sites/4/images/website_images/lc.gif http://www.popularpatchwork.com/ http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10637 Carol Wilkes shares her first forays into quilting 17/05/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10636 If you are unable to go to FoQ this year, why not join in our fun on the Forum to have fun and enter something into a FREE show? 17/05/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10578 Traditional fan blocks take on an oriental twist in this striking bed throw which uses an exotic chrysanthemum quilting pattern for extra effect. Designed and made by Judith Wilson 02/05/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10577 Get organized with this quilter's carry bag, with space for all your mats and rulers and part sewn projects too. Designed and made by Paula Dighton 02/05/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10570 Celebrate the Diamond Jubilee and the London Olympics with these patriotic ribbons from Berisfords! 30/04/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10569 Looking for inspiration for this year's summer holiday? Creative learning breaks are a great way to combine relaxation with a feeling of achievement and make an unusual alternative to the traditional beach break. Perfect for those wanting to holiday without children, or on their own, a week on a West Dean Summer School in Visual Art and Craft will enable you to relax with like-minded people whilst immersing yourself in a favourite subject or learning a new skill. There are plenty of courses for all levels from complete beginners to advanced practitioners. 30/04/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10515 The new Bag Special issue of Popular Patchwork will be in the shops from Friday 27 April. Preview the contents here. 18/04/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10514 Shiver me timbers it's pirates. Ideal for any boy or girl who is pirate mad. Simply pieced with half square triangles, this quilt will be a treasure for years to come. Designed and made by Judy Edwards. 18/04/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10499 West Dean offers sampler weekend 15 to 17 June 17/04/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10498 Karen Platt has added spunbonded fabric to her gorgeous collection of hand dyed fabrics and threads. 17/04/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10509 Davina Thomas investigates two differing approaches to the two person quilt category 17/04/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10501 Small but perfectly formed, this bag is lined with Vilene to give it strength. Using Log Cabin in stylish black and white, it will look stunning with any outfit. Designed and made by Vanessa of Lady Sew and Sew. 17/04/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10457 The mysteries and mystique of Japanese and Chinese arts and crafts traditions are being uncovered at West Dean this summer, with nine courses running between April and October, exploring East Asian techniques in painting, woodcarving, textiles and ceramics. 11/04/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10453 New from Berisfords Natural Charms is this gorgeous collection of baby-themed ribbons. 10/04/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10413 Buy this project at myHobbystore Make a trendy and durable summer tote bag using lightweight furnishing fabric! 02/04/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10320 Get your entries organised for Weston Super Quilts 2012. 22/03/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10323 The May issue of Popular Patchwork will be in the shops from Friday 30 March. Preview the contents here. 22/03/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10319 To celebrate the up and coming arrival of Handbag Queen, Lisa Lam's newest book "A Bag for All Reasons" and her expected bundle of joy this spring, RUCraft is calling all baby crafters to upload their own baby craft. 22/03/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=7627 Berisfords has Easter all wrapped up with ribbons. Choose from fresh, new designs in a range of widths that can be used for a variety of crafting projects. Add spring colours to gifts and cards, or use them for decorating Easter eggs, embellishing clothes and accessories or soft furnishings. 22/03/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10227 Encourage the bees to make honey with this charming hanging 15/03/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10223 These cute little chicks are just the right size to fill with small chocolate eggs or gifts, for children to find around the house and garden at Easter time! 15/03/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10078 View all the entries and find out who won our Denim Delight challenge 05/03/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10083 Join Jane Rae as she explores just some of the techniques used by the craftspeople in Thailand 05/03/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10081 Buy this project at myHobbystore This delightful quilt brings together printed and appliqued butterflies. 05/03/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10077 The Quilters' Guild has launched a great new website for Young Quilters 05/03/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=10075 Exhibit your work in France this summer! 05/03/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9966 The April issue of Popular Patchwork will be in the shops from Friday 2 March. Preview the contents here. 24/02/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9968 Use ribbon as a source of patchwork. Davina Thomas shows you how to bring a silky texture to a room with these weaved ribbon cushions 24/02/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9967 Buy this project at myHobbystore Appliqu& eacute; an Easter bunny place mat and egg cosy. 24/02/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8770 View the winning entries in our MyHobbystore/Spunart mini design competition. 17/02/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9804 Reviewed by Katy Purvis 09/02/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9805 These new glues from Trimits are ideal for all manner of crafting projects. The Fast Tack Glue can even be used to form a heat sealed bond. 09/02/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9786 Buy this project at myHobbystore Budding aviators will be thrilled to have this hanging on their bedroom wall! 08/02/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9748 The new collection of Natural Charms Valentine's ribbons will have you spoilt for choice! 07/02/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9742 Get hands-on at Wroxham Barns in 2012 07/02/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9711 Sue won a copy of 'Make Mine Mini' by Christine Carlson 06/02/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9686 Time for another challenge! On your marks, get set.... 02/02/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9695 Help Region 13 with their fundraising tombola for The Quilters' Guild of the British Isles 02/02/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9689 Carolyn Sinclair leads you through purchasing the right machine 02/02/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9591 The March issue of Popular Patchwork will be in the shops from Friday 3 February. Preview the contents here. 30/01/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9355 2012 is all about home made crafts, so what better way to kick off the year than celebrating the art of patchwork and quilt making at the Spring Quilt Festival at the South of England Showground 18/01/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9352 This quilt must be every young girl's dream.... every shade of pink and lilac and scattered with simple appliqued hearts. This was appliqued by hand but could easily be sewn by machine instead. Take just one or two squares and use for bags or cushions too. 17/01/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9351 Buy this project at myHobbystoreUse up scraps of bright fabric to make this fun cot quilt! Designed and made by Gillian Cooper 17/01/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9350 A traditional technique updated with use of strong colour contrast and dynamic layout to return to the Inner City 17/01/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=7894 Buy this project at myHobbystore Make a leafy quilt inspired by the hills and forests of Central Italy. Designed and made by Tricia Revest 10/01/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9248 Irene won a copy of 'Carry Me - 20 Boutique Bags to Sew' by Yuka Koshizen. 10/01/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9096 The February issue of Popular Patchwork will be in the shops from Friday 6 January. Preview the contents, and meet our new editor, Bridget, here. 04/01/2012 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9018 An Internet TV channel for Patchwork, quilting and textile art in the UK. 23/12/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=9010 If you're getting a Kindle for Christmas, you'll want to check out the new Ebook from Lisa Lam in January 2012 22/12/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8996 Ever wondered what it is like to bid for an antique quilt? Caroline Wilkinson tells of her day at the auction house 20/12/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8995 Magie Relph talks to the artists from Wallworth Hall 2006, about leaving their quilts outside 20/12/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8949 Debi won a copy of 'Start With Scraps' by Carol E Loessel in the November new member giveaway. 15/12/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8950 Buy this project at myHobbystoreSanta won't miss this eye-catching sack hanging from the mantle shelf.... Designed and made by Sally Le Couteur 15/12/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8943 We've all been watching Kirstie Allsopp on her Handmade Britain tour this autumn. Her prizewinning patchwork cushion inspired quite a lot of debate, and a challenge for forum members. Take a look at what we got up to here! 14/12/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8920 In our October technique challenge, Jytte kindly showed us how to make a lovely design source book and wrap. In finak part we learn how to make the free motion quilted wrap. 12/12/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8884 The New Year issue of Popular Patchwork will be in the shops from Friday 9 December. Sneak a peek at the contents here. 01/12/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8883 This is a very easy quilt and an ideal project to use some up of those left over fabric scraps or 7-inch charm squares. Designed, made, and kindly shared by Brenda Dean. Photographs by Peter Dean. Quilters Pty. Ltd. 2011 01/12/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8815 On December 1st to 6th Midsomer Quilting are having an exhibition of 84 miniature quilts 12in x 12in. Admission is free and there will be a secret auction to win the quilts in aid of CLIC Sargent the children's cancer charity. 22/11/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8807 In our October technique challenge, Jytte kindly showed us how to make a lovely design source book and wrap. In this part we learn how to make the book itself. 21/11/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8786 Linda won a copy of 'A Year in the Life of Sunbonnet Sue' by Christine Porter and Darra Williamson. 17/11/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8760 In our October technique challenge, Jytte kindly showed us how to make a lovely design source book and wrap. In this part we get our materials ready and learn how to make the pages. 08/11/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8759 The new December issue of Popular Patchwork will be in the shops from Friday 11 November. Take a look here for a preview of the contents. 08/11/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8744 Having started the centre with a Star, part two finishes this wall hanging with holly applique. 01/11/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8743 Get your bonus story block here! 01/11/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8725 Quick to make useful little bags, with simple squares and clever folding. Designed and made by Annie Harris 28/10/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8724 Part Fifteen of the PP forum Block of the Month - Underground Railroad 27/10/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8703 Reviewed by Sally Stevens 21/10/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8702 Reviewed by Katy Purvis 21/10/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8701 Reviewed by Gillian Cooper 21/10/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8648 The new November issue of Popular Patchwork will be in the shops from Friday 14 October. Take a look here for a preview of the contents. 06/10/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8645 Kate won a copy of 'Mix & Match Quilts with the AccuQuilt GO!' in the August new member giveaway. 05/10/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8625 Part Fourteen of the PP forum Block of the Month - Underground Railroad 01/10/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8618 Starting in the centre with a Star, so apt for Christmas, this medallion style wall hanging in two parts has a combination of pieced blocks and applique. Start now and you may even be finished for Christmas this year! 29/09/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8617 Embrace those autumn leaves, with this unusual cushion. Made from scraps, it is deceptively simple to make. 29/09/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8607 Dusie made this quilt so that she can raffle it for Macmillan Cancer Support. Her Dad had cancer and is now on the mend. Dusie wants to give something back to the people that helped him and her Mum. 26/09/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8572 Take a peek at the entries to the Lady Sew and Sew/Timeless Treasures Competition 19/09/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8534 Gillian Cooper talks to the esteemed American Quilter 11/09/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8533 The new October issue of Popular Patchwork will be in the shops from Friday 16 September. Take a look here for a preview of the contents. 11/09/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8531 Two different, original foundation pieced blocks are used to make this useful bag. The clips mean it can be a flat bag or a wide bottom bag, ideal for fabric shopping! 09/09/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8506 Quilters Guild Region 9 Cambs, Norfolk invite you to join in with the QG Region 9 Block of the Month 2012, designed by world famous hand quilter Jacquie Harvey. 05/09/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8505 The Quilt Museum is competing for Best Heritage Project in the National Lottery Awards, vote now! 05/09/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8499 Part Thirteen of the PP forum Block of the Month - Underground Railroad 04/09/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8454 You can convert any of your square rulers into a guide to make the perfect 'Square-in-a-square'. Brenda tells us how to do it with your 12 1/2 inch square. 18/08/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8408 The new September issue of Popular Patchwork will be in the shops from Friday 19 August, and at Festival of Quilts from 11th August. 05/08/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8393 Pauline Lindsey experiments with foundation piecing and picture blocks to make this fun wall hanging 03/08/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8392 This tranquil wall hanging was designed and made by Cherry Vernon-Harcourt inspired by venetian tiles 03/08/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8389 A quick and easy hand sewn project designed by Janet Swallow. Put your old woollens and scrap knitting yarns to use in this bright and cheerful Mola style applique cushion 02/08/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8367 British quilter has guest slot in new American quilting book 29/07/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8359 Part Twelve of the PP forum Block of the Month - Underground Railroad 27/07/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8360 Need a stretchy solution to a sewing dilemma? Try textile glue or elastic thread from Gutermann 27/07/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6518 Use Berisfords ribbons to liven up a whole array of school accessories. Personalise files, exercise books, school bags and pencil cases. Available in many funky designs and colours, there's a ribbon to tempt every child - even a young football fan! 27/07/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8355 Colouricious - the leading source of inspiration for textile arts and crafts - has launched a brand new range of block printing options as the blocks revival continues to grow. Colouricious is the only British company making and supplying authentic printing blocks sourced from its artisan craftsmen in Jaipur, India. 25/07/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8339 Scottish textile artist Gillian Cooper is introducing a new dimension to this year's Festival of Quilts being held 11-14 August at the Birmingham NEC. 17/07/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8322 The new August issue of Popular Patchwork will be in the shops from Friday 22 July 14/07/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8311 Text by Brenda Dean, photographs by Peter Dean, copyright www.quiltersinternational.co.uk. Reproduced with kind permission. 11/07/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8298 A sumptuous collection of glittery paisley prints by Timeless Treasures inspired this spectacular star throw. Designed and made by Sue Martin 08/07/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8294 The Textile Society will be holding it's London Antique Textile Fair at Chelsea Old Town Hall, SW3 5EE, on Sunday 2nd October 07/07/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8251 Nikki Tinkler explains how her surprise birthday trip turned into a quilt 30/06/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8247 Part Eleven of the PP forum Block of the Month - Underground Railroad 29/06/2011 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=8231 Karin Hellaby tells us about quilting on the move 24/06/2011