I know that lots of you who follow this blog, also subscribe to Make Modern, a beautiful magazine written by quilters for quilters and delivered digitally to creatives across the world.

They’ve just released a new issue! From sewing with solids to tackling fun, beginner-friendly curves, Issue 61 is packed with projects, techniques, and tips to fuel your passion for sewing.

“I should have known better. I know how important it is for my mental well-being to have creativity in my life ... but gosh it’s easy to get stuck in a trap of ‘relaxing’ by binge watching, or doom scrolling, rather than filling your creative cup.” – Jane, Editor

Find out how Jane shook off the blah and got back to quilting, and the bonus tips she compiled from quilters around the world on how they overcome creative block in Issue 61.

Since Make Modern is digital, it’s affordable and accessible. You can enjoy it on your computer, tablet or phone, knowing that the money you spent is going to the actual creatives behind the articles and patchwork patterns, instead of to printing and shipping costs. Win-win!

From Make Modern:

What's in store for you in Issue 61?

• 10 Unique, Eye-Catching Quilt Projects to Inspire: Sew solids, rainbows, stash busters, curves, quick makes for Christmas presents, or the sweetest kitties, this issue has it all! With step-by-step instructions, and all the templates you need for 10 new quilt patterns designed by expert quilters for you to make and treasure.

• Break Out of Your Creative Rut: Quilters from around the world share their best tips for overcoming creative blocks—discover their advice inside!

• Sew with Solids: Jane gives us practical guidance on sewing with solids and how best to use them in modern quilts.

• Modern Quilting Meets Wellbeing: Sarah Ashford shares health tips for pain-free quilting, reminding us how our creative time can enrich both body and mind.

• Inspiration from Film: Lucy Engels explores how film trends can inspire brilliant colour combinations for your modern quilting projects.

Here are some of my favorite projects from the new issue:

Make Modern was created over eight years ago by four Australian quilters. It’s published 6 times a year. You can purchase individual issues, a subscription or an All-Access pass.

Here are a few covers that caught my eye, just to give you a feel of other issues:

Each issue is 100+ pages jam-packed with modern quilt patterns designed by talented quilters from all over the globe, articles to inspire and teach you something new, and interviews with your favorite quilt designers. Issues are delivered as PDF files, to be read on your favorite device, with patterns printed as you wish. Nothing to store, lots to enjoy!

There are lots of Make Modern quilts (plus small projects) that I could see myself making.

Patterns are suitable for beginner quilters to advanced. Articles about modern quilting aim to make you smile, inspire you to quilt outside your comfort zone, and start making modern quilts today.

Make Modern is sold in Australian dollars or US dollars. A single issue is just AU$10 or $12 USD. You can checkout with any credit card. Of course, if you choose to subscribe, the rate gets even better!

Above is the current issue, #61.

Let’s talk a little bit more about the All Access Subscription. For a flat fee ($79) the Make Modern All Access Subscription gives you instant access to all 61 issues of Make Modern, including 600+ full quilt patterns, plus an annual subscription with 6 new issues delivered to your device each year all from the one, simple link. That's a saving of over $700.

Do you already have a Make Modern subscription, but not the All Access one? You can choose to upgrade now by purchasing the All Access Subscription. Then email Make Modern to request a refund for the remaining balance of your old subscription. They’re happy to oblige.

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Thank you for your support and happy making!

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