We’re soaking up the summer vibes here at We Like Quilting, and our June 2025 issue is full of cheerful, creative projects to keep your sewing machine humming through the season. Whether you’re quilting during a quiet afternoon indoors or taking advantage of a long weekend to start something new, there’s plenty to enjoy in this month’s lineup.
Sujata Ryan’s Summer Sun, Seas, and Sand Lap Quilt brings the beauty of a beach day to your sewing room with soft waves, sandy tones and a radiant sky. For a more refined project, try Brenda Plaster’s Artist’s Palette Quilt — a sophisticated design that makes a thoughtful Father’s Day gift. And if Dad’s a fan of classic games, Sophie Tarrant’s quilted checkerboard is a charming and useful surprise.
Planning ahead for the 4th of July? Add some patriotic flair with Sujata’s elegant table runner or Debbie von Grabler-Crozier’s striking carpenter star block. You’ll also find tips for getting ready for your next quilt retreat from Rebecca George, a fresh roundup of wishlist-worthy finds and our new Editor’s Picks section.
Happy quilting!
June 2025
Featured
Going to a quilt retreat is so fun, though one might not be sure what to pack. Should attendees bring lots of supplies from their sewing room or just a few select things? What about a sewing machine? It can depend on the location of the event, as well as what the organizer provides. In this article, we will discuss the personal items to bring for comfort at a retreat, the fabrics to pack, and (most importantly) which quilting and sewing supplies to bring or keep at home. Let’s begin with some fast Dos and Don’ts of packing for a quilting retreat! READ MORE
Projects
- Sensational Summer Quilt Patterns
- Artist’s Palette Quilt Pattern
- Summer Sun, Seas, and Sand Lap Quilt
- Game On Quilted Game Board Pattern
- Happy Birthday, USA
- Strip Pieced Patriotic Table Runner Pattern
- Americana Carpenter Star Quilt Block
- Editor’s Picks
- America the Beautiful Dutch Tiles Panel Quilt
- Dreamscape Rail Fence Baby Quilt
- Light the Way Scrappy Candle Mat
- Rainbow Connection Quilt Block