Make Modern Issue 57

Dive into a world where Taylor Swift’s influence intertwines with the art of quilting as we explore the parallels between her journey and our creative process … who knew our Editor Jane was a Swiftie?! Just as music artists explore new sounds and genres, quilters are encouraged to push boundaries and try new techniques, whether it’s traditional piecing or modern improvisation, or somewhere in the middle. Discover the joy of infusing your quilts with personal touches and hidden messages, creating pieces that resonate deeply with their recipients. Embrace inclusivity and kindness, fostering a community where everyone is welcome and celebrated for their unique perspective. And remember that setbacks are just part of the journey!

Also in this issue, we MEET modern quilters from around the world – Indian quilter Sindhu Aragam who dreams of a future where quilting is her career, Scottish social worker Lucy Engels who creates stunning must-see art and exhibition quilts, and Australian EPP pattern designer Cass Merrigan from Cake and Ale. We MAKE beautiful modern star quilts (you’ll have trouble picking a fave!), the sweetest little box made from EPP, and a zip pouch from a pair of jeans! If you have a fabric scrap stash that is overflowing, we’ll show you how you can put those scraps to good use with a guide to effortless modern scrap quilting! We give you tips on getting more creative in just 10 minutes, uncover how to pick the perfect colour palette for your quilt, and a how-to guide to using your walking foot for a fast finish! We chat about pre-cut fabrics and get to know the difference between the options, and discover things you may already have around the house that you can use when you’re quilting instead of buying expensive new tools. There’s so much to unpack in this issue that will leave you bursting with inspiration!

Make Modern is a digital modern quilt magazine available worldwide. Each magazine is 100+ pages long, jam-packed with modern quilt patterns suitable for beginner quilters to advanced, and articles about modern quilting guaranteed to make you smile, inspire you to quilt outside your comfort zone, and start making modern quilts today. Our beautiful patchwork magazine is published independently by a team of quilters and delivered as a PDF to read on your computer, tablet, or phone, easy to take when you go fabric shopping, with the option to print if you prefer a paper copy. See answers to frequently asked questions, and our refund and returns policy here.