Detail, Kaleidoscopic XVI: More is More by Paula Nadelstern.

What's New in Quilting
by Lois Marilyn Verma

Quilting Bee
QNM readers share their thoughts, photos, and so much more.

On the Cover-Nebraska's Rising Sun
Make the center star and surround it with lovely floral applique.
By Sandi McMillan and
Laura Franchini

Your Own Lone Star
Tips, tools, and techniques for making your own Lone Star.
By Irene Berry
Find more tips in
Perfecting Lone Stars

Color As I See It
Explore color with hand-dyed brilliance.
By Melody Johnson

Kaleidoscope Quilts at Shelburne Museum
Quiltmakers found new design inspiration from patterns created by bits of colored glass.
By Jean M. Burks.

Meetin' Place
The rugged coastline of her home inspires Canadian quilter Karen Colbourne Martin.
By Valerie Hearder

Readers' Quilt Show
There's more than one way to look at a Lone Star.

Bulletin Board
Top tips, a sailboat to paper piece, resources for learning applique, and updated submission guidelines for your favorite magazine.

Quiltmaker's Workshop–
Color Blending
Free-motion zigzag threadwork adds subtle shading effects.
By Ann Fahl
Download Ann's Nested Hearts pattern

Easy Lesson–Fearless Stipple Quilting, Part 1
Master your machine stipple quilting.
By Patricia Nelson

Shop Talk
New products for quilt care, embroidery, and embellishment.

Photo Finish
Black, White, and Wild by Christine Bryden.