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Janet's Quilting Blog November 2007 Archive

By Janet Wickell, About.com Guide to Quilting since 1999

Warm, Snuggly -- and Easy

Friday November 30, 2007
I don't think I've ever met anyone who didn't think a rag quilt was one of the most cuddly covers they've ever encountered. They make perfect gifts, and they're gifts ... Read More

Show off Your Quilts

Thursday November 29, 2007
Don't hide those quilts you've worked so long to finish -- display them on one of these pretty quilt racks. Just remember to switch your quilts out occasionally to keep ... Read More

Turn a Standard Cat Block Into a Christmas Kitty

Tuesday November 27, 2007
It's easy to turn a standard patchwork cat block into a kitty who's all dressed up for the holidays. I added an option to the original 12-inch block -- now ... Read More

New Jar Swap in the Quilting Forum

Wednesday November 21, 2007
These new bug jar blocks were designed for a swap in our Quilting Forum, and it's actually three swaps in one, because you can take part in the group with ... Read More

Gifts for Your Quilting Friends

Sunday November 18, 2007
The winter holidays are coming around quickly -- it doesn't seem possible that it's mid November already. Lots of you are searching for Christmas swap gifts, or quilting gifts in ... Read More

Christmas Tree Quilt Block Pattern

Wednesday November 14, 2007
Here's a 10-inch square Christmas Tree quilt block that you can use for a holiday sampler or to create an entire forest of trees across the face of a quilt. ... Read More

Make a Cat Quilt Block

Tuesday November 13, 2007
I've had lots of requests for a patchwork cat quilt block. This one is my take on the patchwork cat variations that have become pretty much traditional in recent years. ... Read More

Gallery: About.com Guide to Quilting

Friday November 9, 2007
I'd like to introduce you to the About.com Guide to Quilting, part of a series of books based on our Web sites. It's primarily a technique book that takes you ... Read More

Oriental Attic Windows

Friday November 9, 2007
I really like Asian themed fabrics, but sometimes I have a hard time visualizing blocks that fit the look. But I love this Oriental Attic Windows design. Each quilt block ... Read More

Dutchman's Puzzle Quilt Block Pattern

Monday November 5, 2007
Thanks to all of you, and to our Hostess, the Beginner Block Lotto has had a record breaking year, and that means way more quilters have won blocks to stitch ... Read More

Switching Crowns Quilt Block Pattern

Thursday November 1, 2007
If you're familiar with Queen Charlotte's Crown, a traditional quilt block, you'll know immediately that this design looks absolutely nothing like it. But Switching Crowns does have that block in ... Read More

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