http://www.popularpatchwork.com/ Popular Patchwork Latest Articles en-gb Copyright My Hobby Stored Limited - 2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/sites/4/images/website_images/lc.gif http://www.popularpatchwork.com/ http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6734 The Quilters' Guild of the British Isles is delighted to announce that under its umbrella, the projects 'A Gift of Quilts' and 'Quilts 4 London', have been granted the Inspire Mark, the badge of the London 2012 Inspire Programme. 29/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6732 Thank you to everyone who made a postcard for the Teenage Cancer Trust, the sale was a great success and raised over one thousand pounds! 29/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6723 Give your Halloween projects an authentic touch with these three special ribbon designs from Berisfords. 28/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6715 Reviewed by Katy Purvis 23/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6712 Do you have a spare unwanted sewing machine? WER needs second hand machines to help change the lives of women in the Congo. 22/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6711 A fantastic display of quilts and quilting from Village Fabrics exhibition in Oxfordshire. 22/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6694 Whether you are an experienced crafter, beginner or simply looking for a new hobby The Stitch & Creative Crafts Shows are the events to attend! 14/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6692 For subscribers only, a preview of "Square Dance" from the August 2010 issue of Popular Patchwork. 14/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6690 View the contents pages of the August 2010 issue of Popular Patchwork, in the shops from 23rd July 14/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6683 2010 Handbag Special Competition Winners, Heather, Sheena and Reb. 12/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6665 This small wall quilt, designed by Lesley Brankin, is a good introduction to transfer printing using computer printer fabric sheets. The mini quilt uses simple foundation pieced blocks and Seminole borders. If you prefer, the entire quilt can be made using traditional hand piecing methods. 08/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6664 Canadian quilter, Carol Goddu, who made a name for herself making applique quilts featuring dancers takes a light hearted look at her quilting career. Interview by Annette Claxton. 07/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6662 This contemporary stained glass quilt by Mavis Haslam is sure to brighten up any room. 07/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6655 Reviewed by Pat Stone 06/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6654 Reviewed by Katy Purvis 06/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6653 Reviewed by Kate Greer 06/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6646 Reviewed by Judith Wilson 05/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6645 Reviewed by Gillian Cooper 05/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6644 Reviewed by Lucy Winter 05/07/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6623 A Quilt and Textile Exhibition curated by Magie Relph for The Quilt Museum and Gallery in York, 10 July to 16 October 2010 28/06/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6585 For subscribers only, a preview of "Longarm quilting within reach" from the July 2010 issue of Popular Patchwork. 17/06/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6580 View the contents pages of the July 2010 issue of Popular Patchwork, in the shops from 25th June 16/06/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6582 Cambodia's countryside is abundant with hidden silk farms and small silk-weaving factories. Anita Peach follows the path of some beautiful Asian silk from the silkworm to a sheer garment for sale at the Artisans D'Angkor in Siem Reap, Cambodia 16/06/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6574 These delightful decorations are quick and easy to make. As a wreath, garland or decorations for your tree, angelic smiling faces will warmly welcome visitors to your home. Make them in the colours of your choice, to match your decor. Designed and made by Maria Saunderson. 15/06/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6566 Why not make the love of your life one of these charming appliqued hearts and nine patch hanging, designed and made by Anne Beaven 14/06/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6558 If you can't beat them, join in with this cheerleading World Cup throw. Just the thing to decorate the living room during June and July this year. Designed by Jessica Warren Pieced and quilted by Sue Martin 11/06/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6556 Don't let the World Cup interfere with your quilting. Projects to occupy match time 11/06/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6555 Janome has announced that it is supporting a new concept aimed at making the fashion industry more accessible to young people. 11/06/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6550 The versatility of these two new Vilene fabrics makes them ideal for a whole range of creative projects. CS500 is available in 12 colours and is an exciting alternative to traditional felt. Ideal for patchwork, applique, fashion accessories and home projects, CS500 and CS800 can be hand or machine stitched or simply bonded to other fabrics. They won't fray and are both washable! 10/06/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6543 We decided to have a mini swap in May, to coincide with the Handbag Special issue of Popular Patchwork, which didn't feature a Square Dance Mini Quilt. 09/06/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6535 Popular Quilting brings you the best of British patchwork and quilting from Popular Patchwork in the UK 07/06/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6299 View the winning quilt in our Popular Patchwork/Lady Sew and Sew/Nutex Quilt Design Competition. 03/06/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6520 In the July issue of Popular Patchwork, Jane and Gillian report from the fantastic Loch Lomond Quilt Show. Catch a glimpse of one of the best exhibits here... 03/06/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6519 Janome have introduced a number of new sewing machine feet to their range since 2009 some of which have been specifically designed with the quilter in mind. 03/06/2010 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! 03/06/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6452 Preview the contents pages of the June 2010 issue of Popular Patchwork, in the shops from 28th May 18/05/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6451 For subscribers only, preview "Out and About", a visit to the Puddleducks and Quercus Quilters show in Sevenoaks. To be published in Popular Patchwork June 2010, in the shops from 28th May. 18/05/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6449 Learn an award-winning technique with this stylish and modern 16in cushion. It was made by Mary Wooden, using the same technique she used for her City & Guild's Diploma quilt, 'Tac-tile', which won second place in the Contemporary Quilt category at the Festival of Quilts 2005 18/05/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6429 Have you been invited to a party? What could be nicer than turning up with a small, personalised gift for your host or hostess? Designed by Davina Thomas, these treats are easily made in an evening 13/05/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6424 Dusie recently took the plunge and treated herself to a new sewing machine. Read all about her experience here, and discover the importance of trying everything out before you make an investment! 12/05/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6419 Anne Beaven designed and made this striking quilt for her Alfa-mad teenage son 11/05/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6398 Are you stumped by your sewing machine? Carolyn Sinclair from Edinburgh may be able to help. Join her for a special workshop and get to grips with your most useful patchworking tool. 06/05/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6372 Next month in Popular Patchwork we bring you a quilt-filled report of the American Quilter's Society 2010 show in Paducah. Here's a sneak preview... 30/04/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6368 Janome have a number of new machines coming out in May, take a look at the new Memory Craft Horizon. 29/04/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6363 Are you off on your travels this summer? If so this quick project designed and made by Starr Thomas may be just what you need. Starr explains "I nearly lost my suitcase because it was the same make as a fellow traveller's, so I decided to make a distinctive strap using test blocks from a workshop". This strap has 3D flying geese, but to make it simpler we have given instructions for ordinary flying geese. But of course you could follow Starr's example and use up pieces from those samples started and never finished! 28/04/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6358 Vilene's versatile range of non-wovens are not just for making clothes. There are many other qualities in the range designed specially for large scale artworks, crafts and even cardmaking. CS800 is a perfect example as it can be painted, dyed, printed or sprayed. It doesn't fray and is even washable! 27/04/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6319 For subscribers only, preview "Big Flowery Bag", a special Kid's Corner project by Beth Studley. To be published in Popular Patchwork Handbag Special 2010, in the shops from 30th April. 20/04/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6320 Preview the contents pages of the 2010 Popular Patchwork Handbag Special, in the shops from 30th April. 20/04/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6305 Designed by Mary Jane Best and sewn by Mavis Haslam, this fat quarter-friendly quilt has a real country look because of the homespun plaids, checks and calico used 16/04/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6301 There's always a low point in a project when you just want to pack it in and start something new. Sara Impey battles with the quilting blues to finish that quilt! 15/04/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6290 Why not enter a Journal Quilt into Mimram Quilters Open Competition 2011? 14/04/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6265 Janet McCallum and the Sarum Quilters find a balance of art and science in their commissioned group quilts 09/04/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6263 Lesley Brankin has designed these simple patchwork cards to incorporate Prairie Points. These flexible triangles can turn themselves into mountains, icebergs or lily pads as required! What other variations can you think of? 09/04/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6261 This bag is designed by Davina Thomas to hold all your small cutting mats and rulers and is ideal to take to workshops and classes. 08/04/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6255 Debs from Altrincham was the winner of out March Join Prize. She has some lovely quilting family history, you can read all about it below! Debs won a copy of Sharyn Craig and Pamela Mostek's Quilt Challenge book, maybe she could set the next challenge for PP forum members? 07/04/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6225 Vilene have launched a new range of flame retardant soft fleece, especially suitable for backing Linus or other children's quilts. 30/03/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6205 Bring spring inside with this cheery table runner 25/03/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6191 Preview the contents pages of the May 2010 issue of your favourite Patchwork magazine, in the shops from 1st April. 23/03/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6193 Simple pieced rectangles become triangles in this block quilt by Elizabeth Openshaw. This quilt could also be called eat your scraps as it is ideal for making using small scraps left from other projects 23/03/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6187 For subscribers only, preview "Afternoon Chintz" by Chris Hammacott. To be published in Popular Patchwork May 2010, in the shops from 1st April. 22/03/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6186 Hidden Histories, Untold Stories, a sneak preview of the gorgeous V& A exhibition. 22/03/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6148 11/03/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6140 It's easy to design your own fabric with found objects from nature, Delia Salter shows us how. 10/03/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6142 Have you ever wanted to try 54-40 or Fight but have been put off by the thought of all those tricky points and templates? 10/03/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6134 Can you spare an hour or two to make a postcard for the Teenage Cancer Trust? 08/03/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6123 This month Linda won a copy of Pamela Mostek's Blended Borders book. Linda is a talented wood worker as well as quilter, come and see what she gets up to! 04/03/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6109 Take a look the contents pages of the April 2010 issue of your favourite Patchwork magazine, in the shops from 5th March. 02/03/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6085 This simple bag was made by Starr Thomas for a little girl to keep her treasures in. Easily adaptable to any size so Mums can have one too 24/02/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6074 For subscribers only, preview "A Gift of Quilts 2012" by Sharon Garrick. To be published in Popular Patchwork April 2010, in the shops from 5th March. 22/02/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6066 Anja designed this quilt for Makower Craft UK, in order to showcase two of their ranges, Spraytime and Two Tone Petal. 17/02/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6062 Mandy won a copy of Barbara Olsen's "Unleash your creativity" DVD, just by joining Popular Patchwork online in January! This month, you could win a copy of Pamela Mostek's Blended Borders book. 16/02/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6044 This tiny wall quilt, designed by Lesley Brankin, is sewn using simple strip patchwork techniques. You will be delighted to know that accuracy of cutting and piecing is not essential as much of the charm of the quilt is created by not being too exact! The small size ensures that the quilt can be sewn in a couple of evenings at most. The strip patchwork border should be sewn by machine but the rest of the quilt can be completed by hand if you wish. 10/02/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6040 Kay Whittle looks at Islamic design sources for patchwork and quilting 09/02/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6039 Chris Hammacott is organising a special 'Quiltathon for Haiti' on 13th March in Carmarthen 09/02/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6038 Janome is bringing out a new sewing machine on 1st March and sales from this will make a donation of £10,000 to Breast Cancer Campaign, a charity whose mission is to fund research and increase awareness. 09/02/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=6021 View the contents pages of the March 2010 issue of your favourite Patchwork magazine. 04/02/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5987 Quilters help bring comfort to children who use Children's Hospice South West 25/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5980 The Popular Patchwork group quilt for "A Gift of Quilts" 25/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5967 Delia Salter has fun with pleating, tucking, couching and fraying. 20/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5958 This cheerful foundation pieced quilt will entertain a new baby decorating the nursery as a wall quilt 19/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5960 An African inspired wall quilt by Marion Haslam is simple to sew using string piecing, 19/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5959 Popular Patchwork meets Mary Jenkins, co-author of Making Welsh Quilts 19/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5954 Ros and Tessa have been leading a group of forum members making this lovely sampler quilt. 18/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5928 Judith Wilson's quilt Even the Weeds are Blooming won the theme category 'A Bright Summer's Day' at The National Quilt Championships in 2000. Judith has designed this cushion to demonstrate her methods. 12/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5925 Reviewed by Lucy Winter 12/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5924 Reviewed by Katy Purvis 12/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5932 Linda Forey, winner of the December 2003 competition Quilts for Life, explains the motivation behind her entry 12/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5927 Reviewed by Gillian Cooper 12/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5933 Gillian Cooper visited a textile collection in Southeast London. All photographs by David Ramkalawon. 12/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5934 Kay Whittle discovers a masterpiece from 1822 which poses more questions than it answers 12/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5926 Reviewed by Kim Jones 12/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5931 This big bold floor cushion, designed and made by Anne Beaven, uses the simple and fun technique of machine reverse applique. Change the colours at will to suit your home decor. 12/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5920 A clever twist on traditional block patterns, this vibrant quilt was our previous editor's entry for an exhibition with the theme transitions, first shown at the Festival of Quilts 2005. Davina Thomas lets us in on her secrets 11/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5917 Jennifer won a copy of Ferret's Contemporary Sampler book in our December giveaway. 11/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5890 The popularity of machine quilting continues to grow and Janome is constantly looking to improve its range of machine accessories to support this. Autumn 2009 saw the release of two new items to add to their range of optional Sewing Feet and Accessories. 04/01/2010 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5871 View the contents pages of the February issue of your favourite Patchwork magazine. 23/12/2009 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5867 A great project for using thicker fabrics, designed and made by Chris Hammacott. 22/12/2009 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5869 Designed and made by Anne Beaven for her father-in-law, the warm earthy colours used in this lap quilt give it masculine appeal 22/12/2009 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5868 Davina Thomas shows how using Dyrect dyes in a microwave can give you fabulous results in minutes 22/12/2009 http://www.popularpatchwork.com/news/article.asp?a=5866 Jean Gardner plays detective with Veronica Main of Luton Museum 22/12/2009