Monthly Archives: December 2011

Taking a look at this cover, it’s hard to believe that today is officially the first day of winter! Nonetheless, many of us will soon be looking forward to spring and planning our quilting and sewing projects for that “gentler … Continue reading →

I had quite a baking adventure last weekend. I went searching online for a new cookie recipe, hoping to find something quilter-appropriate since the point was to make gift boxes for a couple of my coworkers. I found instructions for … Continue reading →

One of my daughters just returned from a winter class in Vienna, Austria. Here are a few photos you might enjoy. And last, but not least, an interesting peek into a candy shop window decorated for Christmas. Krampaus, I learned, … Continue reading →

Those of you who followed our 2010 McCall’s Quilt Design Star™ contest may remember John Kubiniec. We are featuring one of John’s vibrant wall quilt designs, Amish Glow, in our McCall’s Quilting January/February 2012 issue. You can learn more about … Continue reading →

Click here or on image above to visit our McCall’s Quilting Facebook page, and enter to win one of these Moda fat-quarter packs of bright Christmas fabrics! (Only one entry per person is allowed. Please also note that all Facebook … Continue reading →

Today I’m highlighting just one of the fabulous scrap-quilt patterns from our newest Special Issue, America Loves Scrap Quilts 2011. As you may know, this Special Issue is only available from quilt shops, newsstands, or from our online Quilt and … Continue reading →

This special issue is packed with projects especially suited for scraps. 22 different quilts are featured for all skill levels, from easy to expert. Take a look at just a few of the highlights: Click here to preview all the … Continue reading →