Japanese Quilting Magazines - Quilts Japan

Do you love making blocks?  How wonder it would be if your blocks can be sewn into other quilted items besides quilts!  Quilts Japan can show you how.  I probably am hearing comments like "I don't know how to read Japanese!", "What?  Japanese?"  Well! Don't let the language barrier deter you!

The magazines have many illustrations to guide you through the sewing process.  If you can sew block patterns and a simple bag, you'll have no problem with the patterns inside these magazines.

In the September 2009 issue of Quilts Japan, you'll find patterns on how to turn your Kaffe Fassett fabrics into beautiful bags and book covers.  In addition, there are patterns for tea cozies and place mats using your floral prints.

Have you an unfinished chenille fabric project on your shelf?  How about making a bag with chenille fabric with the July 2007 issue of Quilts Japan.

These are just a few ideas from these Japanese quilting magazines.

Each magazine is  USD$8/ each + shipping.




Happy Quilting!!

Crazy Patchwork Handbag

Do you have a favorite pattern? I love log cabin and crazy patchwork. My first log cabin pattern shoulder bag retired 2 years ago. So this time I made a crazy patchwork hand bag.



This is a machine sewn bag using Japanese yarn dyed cloth. The bag handles and leather accessory were hand-sewn.









Another reason for me to make this bag was to learn how to sew the middle zipper compartment. It wasn't that difficult but there were lots of steps to follow.

I carried this bag all of two days before I put it away in the closet. Why? It just doesn't fit into my lifestyle. I need my hands free when I go shopping. One hand to hold on to the kids and one hand on the grocery. I guess it's a long way to go before I become "Jackie O".