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CHAPTER 1 IN AN AFTERNOON

Jelly Jar Runner • Four 16-Patch blocks set on point make this gorgeous table runner something special.

Logjam Table Topper • By simply arranging four Log Cabin blocks to set off the darks and the lights, you can create an interesting table topper for any table and any style.

Splitting Hairs Table Runner • This simple yet elegant table runner may also be made with leftover precut 2½" strips from previous projects. It's a great way to use scraps and show off the fabrics you love.

Strip Dash Runner • Transform your table or bed in a weekend with this super-simple runner made out of sumptuous batik precuts. Precut strips make this a fast and easy weekend project.

Summer Seas Mats • Set a summer table with these easy place mats and hot mat made with fat quarters.

Bits & Pieces Apron • Make an apron for every occasion with fabrics from your stash. Do your spring cleaning in style.

Flat-Felled Seam

Butterfly Garden • Put your scraps or leftover 2½" strips to good use making butterfly wall art.

Quilt Hanging Solutions

Pops of Color Coasters • These adorable coasters can be made to match any decor and are easy to assemble. Make a basketful.

Color Me Creative Zipper Pouch • Make one or a dozen of these handy- dandy zippered pouches. It's the perfect scrap project and can be made in an afternoon. This would make a great gift.

Patchwork Travel Pillow • Let your love of patchwork be the inspiration for an all-purpose neck pillow using your favorite fabrics.

CHAPTER 2 TAKE A DAY

Monochromatic Table Runner • Whatever color you choose, this table runner will stand out on your table and showcase your quilting talent.

Butterfly Kisses • Simple piecing and simple appliqué make this the perfect project for a rainy afternoon.

Raw-Edge Fusible Appliqué

Paint Chips • This quilt can easily be made in a day. Just select the fabrics, do a little cutting, and it's off to the sewing machine.

English Garden • Make this topper this weekend and have it on your table next week. This pattern will complement any decor.

Gentle Waves • Here's the project for you if you want to finish a quilt in a weekend. All you need is fabric and the desire.

Zoo Review • Arranging half-square triangles in rows in a zigzag formation makes for a stunning quilt that any young person would treasure.

Leif the Caterpillar Baby Quilt • Got a baby shower coming? Make this lovely quick and easy quilt using a border print.

Picnic Season • Make this quilt today and have it ready for your next picnic

Charming Chains • This bright and fun quilt can be made with precuts. Waste no time cutting and get right to the sewing.

Spinning Geese Hot Pad • Practice paper piecing and create beautiful hot pads to decorate the kitchen at the same time.

Exploded Block Quilt • Use this quilt for the table, to hang on a wall or as a throw. It has many possibilities.

It's a Charm Pack • Put those pretty precut 5" squares to good use with this make-it-in-a-day pattern. All you need besides the precuts, is a coordinating background fabric.

Cut-Jewels Runner • Put your favorite charm pieces together with a solid background to create a striking table runner for your next dinner gathering.

Urban Logs • Create a unique and trendy look for your Log Cabin block by adding sets of strips each time.

Flower Bed Quilted Throw • Nothing says spring better than a bright throw with 3-D leaves.

Churn It Up • Here's a quilt you can work on when you have a free afternoon here and there. Make one...