Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue #100 2019 i Quilters Companion

100 issues When the opportunity to become editor of Quilters Companion was offered to me in 2018, I was overjoyed to take the helm of this outstanding publication. Now, I am lucky enough to have the privileged position of being the editor of QC on this, its 100th edition. Although my editorship is rather short compared to past editors, just like each of them, I feel an overwhelming pride in being a part of the amazing team that works each issue to produce this great journal for our wonderful readers. Our accurate content depends on the skills of our technical editor, Megan Fisher, who has been with the magazine for almost every issue. Our designer, Bianca de Ocampo, is young, passionate and talented. Our regular contributors, Michelle Marvig and Anita…

1 The beginning The coverline on the first issue in 2001 was Excellence in Patchwork & Quilting and that principle remains the foundation of Quilters Companion 18 years later. It is imperative to provide technically correct project instructions as well as bring you the best content possible. The other principle we stand by is community! Patchwork is nothing if not community-based, and within these pages we have consistently presented opportunities for readers to feel part of a larger network of like-minded souls. 2 The editors Karen Fail launched the first issue, and continued to be editor until issue 13. Clare Mooney took over from issue 14 and led the team until she retired from the role in 2016. Michelle Marvig picked up the reigns from issue 85 through to issue…

Announcing the Quilters Companion and Brother Hall of Fame Winners! Thank you to everyone who voted for the Hall of Fame - it was an absolute pleasure to bring you this never-before-seen collection of the best 100 projects from the past 100 issues of Quilters Companion. And most importantly, thank you to all the designers who work with our magazine — we were delighted to honour you and your projects as part of our 100th celebrations. The winning Hall of Fame quilt, and the two runners-up, were determined by the number of votes they each received. There were 10 categories in total and a winner and two runners-up were awarded per category. On behalf of the QC team and our presenting partner Brother, congratulations to all the winners. And don’t…

Summer Stroll, 140cm x 145cm (55in x 57in), Sedef Imer Featuring 12 fat quarters from the Summer Blush fabric collection (2018) Riley Blake. Pattern available at downgrapevinelane.etsy.com Deco Diamonds Cushion, 50cm x 50cm (20in x 20in), Kirsty Cleverly Flying Geese and HRTs create an Art Deco-inspired pattern. Pattern includes cushion and a baby quilt 96.5cm x 122cm (38in x 48in), available at www.bonjourquilts.com Making Waves, 107cm x 160cm (42in x 63in), Kirsty Cleverly Fat ⅛s create a cascade of HRTshaped colour. Pattern available at www.bonjourquilts.com Gemology, 137cm x 178cm (54in x 70in), Kirsty Cleverly A fat-quarter friendly lap quilt. Pattern available at www.bonjourquilts.com XOXO Quilt, 142cm x 193cm (56in x 76in), Sedef Imer Made with 18 fat quarters from the Rhapsody fabric range (2019) by Riley Blake. Pattern available at…

Our photo album What fun we’ve had on Quilters Companion Travelrite patchwork tours over the years! We have put together an album of some of our best memories — take a look on page 140. Raised Edge Ruler The TrueCut rulers not only provide precise measuring, they also solve one of the most common cutting frustrations. All of the TrueCut rulers have a raised edge, or track, on both sides that provides extra security when cutting. The ruler edge adds more surface area for the rotary blade to rest against, giving you a safer and more stable cut, while also preventing the cutter from slipping over the ruler. The edge doesn’t take any extra space or add to your measurements. The ruler track interlocks to the special Cutter Guide on…

"My first project in Quilters Companion was String Pieced Star wallhanging, way back in issue 32. I have been lucky enough to have had 15 projects featured in QC, with three on the cover, and I’ve made two DVDs for the magazine. I’m so honoured to be included in QC’s 100th edition. In this day and age in publishing it’s a real feat to reach 100 issues, let alone still be in existence! That’s a testament to the magazine’s presentation and content, both of which are top-notch. The magazine is always looking for new content and contributors, staying up-to-date with all that’s happening in the quilting world." Patchwork Fundamentals patchworkfun Chris Jurd www.patchworkfun.etsy.com Chris’ quilt features piecing, fussy cutting, a little appliqué and — her signature technique — foundation piecing.…

" The first issue of Quilters Companion that one of my quilts featured in as a project was actually my first issue as editor for the publication — issue 91. It was a single-bed-sized quilt for my grandson Myles. I have since shared a baby quilt for a cousin’s baby, and in this issue I share my third. Although I only became the editor of Quilters Companion fairly recently, my involvement with this wonderful publication is none-the-less passionate and strong." deb_segaert dsegaert@umco.com.au Reaching 100 of anything is impressive. Most of us have knowingly, and unwittingly, reached a centenary in some aspect of our lives. I enjoyed planning this quilt to represent such an accomplishment. There are just under 200 Half Rectangle Triangles in this quilt, and if you move them…

Autumn Bouquet: Patchwork and Appliqué Quilts from Reproduction Fabrics By Sharon Keightley New Zealander quiltmaker and designer Sharon Keightley has contributed a number of fabulous projects to Quilters Companion and our sister magazine, Australian Homespun, over the years, so many readers will be delighted to know she has created a collection of 12 new designs for her first book. Most are only small — 32in square or less — but many of the designs lend themselves quite readily to repetition if you wanted to make multiple versions of a design and join them for a bed quilt. Most also feature Sharon’s characteristic mix of patchwork and appliqué. In addition to project instructions in Martingale’s typical high-quality style, Sharon provides an excellent guide to two methods she uses for preparing appliqué…

"I have shared around 40 projects with Quilters Companion over the years and I am always delighted when they are on the front cover of the magazine. I have also filmed two DVDs and written a feature article with projects over six issues about the history of quilting blocks and techniques. I believe Quilters Companion is the best quilting magazine to come out of Australia and it has been a fabulous platform for Australian designers. The magazine has helped me raise my profile as a designer and quilt artist as my business has grown from a part-time hobby to a full-time professional career. QC readers have always supported me and everywhere I go, they recognise me and my work from seeing it in the magazine. Congratulations to QC on the…

"I have been sharing projects with QC readers since issue #92 with my quilt, Refraction, which also made the cover, plus I was featured in a profile article in QC#90 and taped a DVD for QC#93. When I think about this magazine, I think about all the inspiration that has graced its pages and the talented designers behind all those projects. The pride they have felt to see their projects in print, the love that was sewn into every stitch, and then the readers who have embraced the projects and who themselves have sewn in the love to the projects. Looking back over past years, we see the sewing trends and wonder what awaits us in the years to come. Here is to continued sharing of inspiration." Lilabelle Lane Creations…

"Firstly, congratulations Quilters Companion on 100 issues! What an incredible milestone. This magazine has been a great source of joy and inspiration for many quilters, including me. It had been a dream of mine to have one of my quilts published in QC and my first quilt appeared in issue 95. This is my fourth project that I’ve shared." fimch2@gmail.com cherylfilby This stunning quilt is a collection of beautiful blues and creams. Cheryl designed the appliqué shapes herself, and the technique she has used is raw-edge appliqué, attached with double-sided fusible web and hand-stitched with blanket stitch. The remainder of the quilt is pieced. Finished quilt size: 190cm (74½in) square Materials • 1.2m (1¼yd) each of two cream print fabrics (applique background)• 1.2m (1⅜yd) light blue tone-on-tone print fabric (applique,…

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My first project was in QC#57 — wow, that was quite a while ago! My quilt was on the cover. It was so exciting! That quilt is still one of my favourites and is often taught in a class or on display at a quilt show. Over the years I have shared about 10 quilts. I love flicking through quilting magazines and QC has always been my favourite, so when it came to submitting projects, QC has always been my go to. Amongst quilters, QC has a fantastic reputation for publishing great projects from wonderful designers. Congratulations on 100 editions and wishing QC continued success. Mount Vincent Quilts leanne_mountvincentquilts mtvincentquilts@yahoo.com When designing this quilt, Leanne searched back through her early design book and dived deep into her fabric stash. She…

Catherine enhances her technical and design skills with every quilt she makes - whether it is a show quilt, or a gift for family and friends. Ohioan-born Catherine Butterworth first visited Australia as an exchange secondary student in 1971, returning to Sydney a few years later to take up permanent residency. She enrolled in tertiary studies in the TAFE School of Fashion, a vocational focus reflecting the influence of a family background of quiltmakers and seamstresses. Subsequently, while shopping at The Fabric Shop in the Sydney suburb of Chatswood, Catherine overheard that the store was short-staffed. She applied for and secured a job, and a few years later married the proprietor’s son. When her parents-in-law retired, she and her husband Peter managed the shop until its closure in 2006. The…

"I have been privileged to have my quilts published in Quilters Companion for more than 12 years. I have had many, many quilts published and my Baltimore Blooms* ran as a five-part Sew-A-Long last year. Congratulations Quilters Companion and I hope to see many ‘hundreds’ more editions to follow! I think Quilters Companion is Australia’s best quilting magazine. It has provided me with the opportunity to showcase my quilts to a much wider audience of quilters and I’ve been very fortunate to have been a part of it for the last 12 years." *Baltimore Blooms was judged the winner of the Quilters Companion Brother Hall of Fame. The appliquéd medallion centre and the striped fabrics create a very charming quilt. Deborah’s favourite patchwork technique is needleturn appliqué, and her favourite…

Zigzags A zigzag pattern can be created across a quilt by creating numerous HRTs in contrasting colours. Forward and backward units must be paired to create the overall design. Kite This block is created with two forward and two backward HRT units. Sun Rays This nine-patch block is traditionally pieced with three shapes — the centre and four corner squares, the eight thin triangles of the star points and the four triangles of the edges. If you use the HRT method, you can create the four ‘star point units’ from HRTs. Note that each star point unit has a forward and a backward HRT unit. Forward and backward units As these units cannot be rotated 90 degrees to create the opposite diagonal you will need to make forward and backward…

"I love to piece quilts, modern and traditional, by hand and machine. I love to teach students about the art of colour and piecing. I love that this magazine has the same philosophy: the articles and projects that feature in the publication aim to give the reader knowledge of techniques, notions, people and places. My Road Test column tries out new products for our readers, the QC/Travelrite tours take our readers to far-away places for textile adventures. Although I’ve always been a machine piecer, it is because of these tours that I now also make quilts by hand. I can’t fit the sewing machine in my luggage and need to sew every day (otherwise I get very cantankerous)! I am lucky to share my knowledge and experiences through the pages…