MQG Journal
ISSUE 01 / January, February, March 2021
The MQG Journal is a collection of patterns, articles, and resources curated by the Modern Quilt Guild.
The MQG’s mission is to support and encourage the growth and development of modern quilting through art, education, and community.
ISSUE 01 / QUILTS OF THE MONTH
lady Zen
BY KAREN GIBSON ROC
2020 Seeing clear
BY EARAMICHIA BROWN
Combine simple shapes and raw-edge appliqué with easy four-block construction to create a colorful geometric perspective.
porfee
BY PORFIRIA GOMEZ
With flying geese, half-square triangles, and a log cabin construction, this quilt is a great way to build skills and practice precision.
Thank you to the generous sponsors of the MQG Journal
ISSUE 01 / BLOCK STUDY
discovery block
BY CAROLE LYLES SHAW
The true beauty of this block shines when the secondary patterns emerge. Mix up the color placement and orientation and begin to discover the possibilities.
ISSUE 01 / SMALL PROJECT
Quiver Tote
BY BIANCA SPRINGER
A simple tote with a pieced accent, the possible variations of the panel design are numerous (chevron, herringbone, pinwheel, center square, hourglass, sailboat, and bias diamond to name a few). Whatever final design you choose for the panel, the construction steps are the same.
ISSUE 01 / ARTICLES + STORIES
Modern Fundamentals:
Half-square triangles
BY YVONNE FUCHS
Whether you’re a brand new or experienced quilter, you’re sure to find helpful tips in this new series of basics.
STEM + Quilting With Kids: Tessellations
BY MARQUETTA JOHNSON
Join teaching artist Marquetta Johnson in her series about applying science, technology, engineering, and math to quilting with kids.
Creating A Hexagon Wrap Skirt
BY JHASMINE ANDREWS
Learn how Jhasmine combined hexagons with a favorite skirt pattern to create this look, with tips for you to create your own!
Member Spotlight: Nicole McClelland
BY ELAINE MUSIWA
Greenville MQG member Nicole McClelland advocates doing what you love. Learn more about her and how quilting brings her joy.
Member Spotlight: Toni Corbett
BY ELAINE MUSIWA
Meet Central Iowa MQG member Toni Corbett as she shares her journey and how she merges the many aspects of her life as she continues to discover her voice as an artist.