I've been reading the Generation Q magazine blog for quite a while now. I always enjoy the chatty and informative style about the goings on in our q-niverse as they call it. I picked up a copy of the "hot off the presses" new print magazine at Market. The first thing you notice is its size - smaller than the typical magazine at about 7" x 9". I'm not sure why I find the size appealing, but I do :) Inside there are great articles, interviews and quilt projects.
One regular feature that I know I'll turn to as soon as I get my magazine is called "Block Builder". Community Editor, Scott Hansen, has sketched a partial block. Finish it any way you like and then submit your version for a chance at a prize. What a fun idea!
You may have noticed quilting stars Amy and David Butler on the cover. Inside there is an interview with the designing couple that provides a peek into their working process and their home. The view from their house would certainly inspire me!
The article reviewing five irons was very helpful and provided concrete information as to which irons performed well and which did not. Of course, there are quilt projects from well known designers such as Scott Hansen, Heather Jones and Julie Herman and much, much more.
Lucky you that I have a copy to give away! If you'd like to win a copy of Generation Q magazine, leave a comment telling me about your favorite part of quilting magazines. Do you like the projects, the interviews, tours of studios, tips on working with scraps or pre-cuts or.....? If you'd like additional chances to win, follow my blog or my Facebook or Twitter (@eschhousequilts) and let me know in a separate comment. The giveaway will remain open until the end of the day on Thursday, May 31.
Edited to add: I always forget to add that I must have a way to contact you if you win! If you are a no-reply blogger, please include an email address in your comment. If you don't know what a no-reply blogger is, check your Blogger profile. If there is no email address listed on the left side, I will not be able to reach you unless you include your email address in your comment. Thanks!
I almost never buy quilting magazines - I like looking at the pictures and all the projects, but I rarely want more than one or two things out of it (and they're so very, very expensive in Canada, I don't know about the US, but I could buy 2 magazines or 1 book, so my money tends to go to the book, if it's got stuff I want in it). Whenever I see something new to me, I always hope it'll be The One, the one with more than one worthwhile project, but I've not found it yet. It's bound to happen eventually, right? Maybe this'll be it.
ReplyDeleteI like the different ideas and how-to's. Though, as Clumsy Cloud mentioned, they can be bloody expensive, so I don't buy many. I do, however, enjoy browsing them regularly to see if there's one that's got a particularly nice collection of ideas (both in terms of patterns and colour combos).
ReplyDeleteProjects are my favorite of any crafting magazine - all else is gravy!!
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ReplyDeleteI look at the projects first to see if there is anything I like. I can't wait to see a more modern quilting magazine, I definitely do not like the traditional fabrics/ designs. Tips and tricks are always nice. I a still a beginner so those are very helpful to me!
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ReplyDeleteI love getting free patterns in the magazines and I adore all the photos. Reviews of products are always helpful too.
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I'm a follower with GFC
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I love seeing how some quilters take a basic block and give it a modern/contemporary twist to create a quilt, and all too often I get some fantastic inspiration from the tiny advert or article photos for quilt projects
ReplyDeleteI like the pictures for inspiration... usually I don't need the project instructions. :)
ReplyDeleteAlso I've been stalking your blog since a certain swap ;)
ReplyDeleteI really never buy quilting magazines anymore but do get the from the local library sometimes for the articles. I never really follow a pattern but use the pictures for inspiration.
ReplyDeleteI'm a follower via reader, facebook and twitter!
ReplyDeleteI rarely buy a quilt magazine - but this one might be worth trying. I like the 7 x 9 format idea.
ReplyDeleteLove reading your blog.
Jan
I love looking at the pictures for inspiration but also like informative articles and product reviews.
ReplyDeletei love the projects!! thanks for the chance to win :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win. I love to look at the magazines for inspiration. I like to check out the projects ans see how I can make them my own.
ReplyDeleteI love quilt magazines for the projects. I always like to see the designs other quilters are coming up with and then make my own twist on it.
ReplyDeletei like the eye-candy! Lots to look at for inspiration. I like to see new and unique color combinations. Thanks for the giveaway!
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ReplyDeleteI like the projects.
ReplyDeleteI love flipping pages and soaking up the colours that flash by and the smell of the ink. I love being able to put a sticky note on my favourite project and when it is on the shelf I know exactly what is where because I write a header on the sticky note sticking up so it is easy to grab it and make it :) Hmmm/... magazines.
ReplyDeleteI read all my quilting magazines cover to cover and most enjoy the projects.
ReplyDeleteI don't think I've ever bought a quilting magazine, so this would be my first!
ReplyDeleteI read all my magazines the same, I page through looking at all the pictures, then I go back through and read all the adds for new fabrics and then I go through again and read all the articles and instructions for the projects. And finally I mark those projects that I would like to do. So, it is like getting four magazines in one. I love most everything about quilt magazines.
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ReplyDeleteEu gosto de tudo.Compro o que vejo em bancas,se aproveitar bem...se não,amém.As revistas de bancas são mais baratas que em livrarias.Obrigada.tiacarminhapezzuto@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI love the size of the magazine. So handy to take with me non doctor appts, etc.
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I love magazines for the projects. I get inspired by the photos and the yummy fabrics.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite part of any craft magazine are always the patterns - so the ones that offer more of them (even if it's just for a smaller project or a single block) are my favorite. The Block Builder feature you mentioned sounds really neat!
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I love the projects and tips the most. Thanks for the chance to win! :)
ReplyDeleteI love free patterns, projects and tips most. I adore all the photos. Reviews of products are always helpful too.
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I love to read about the studio spaces and creative processes of designers and quilters. The projects are also my favorite part. Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteI hate to say, I just ordered my first quilt magazine last night from FQS. What I am most looking forward to though are the tutorials and tips, I can't get enough of those!
ReplyDeleteI enjoy the projects and tips.
ReplyDeleteI'm a new quilter, so I love any and all tips and information I can get. Thanks for the chance to win this magazine - it's new to me!
ReplyDeletei'm new so i just love quilting mag.
ReplyDeleteI subscribe to a number of quilt magazines & also buy them in the store. I read them cover to cover & even if there isn't a pattern I want to make, I get inspiration from the articles & the advertisements. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteI'm a follower. Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI'm just so surprised to hear that not everyone who reads blogs is a magazine hoarder like myself:) I love magazines, and curl up in bed with my latest to read. I like all parts, and some are much more different than others. I enjoy the projects, interviews, fabric previews, pictures, what people made.
ReplyDeleteI'm a new Follower, Just found your blog on the email from the giveaway posts.
ReplyDeleteI like articles on colour combinations, including texture combinations too. I like to learn to make different blocks and tips on things like binding, choosing batting, etc. Thanks for the opportunity to win! :)
ReplyDeleteI follow your blog via Google Reader.
ReplyDeletegood photos are always my favorite part .) the inspire and encourage me to start a project!
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I love seeing pics of people's studios and seeing how they organize their areas. And of course patterns are always great too!
ReplyDeleteI like the quilts! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI love the projects and how tos! And all the beautiful pictures!
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ReplyDeleteI never really buy quilting magazines, but if I did, it would be for projects and tips!! Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteI'm following on twitter. :)
ReplyDeleteIf I'm not quilting I like to be reading about quilting so I like to browse quilting magazines. Then I stash them away for inspiration when I need a kickstart for a project.
ReplyDeleteI am a follower of your blog!
ReplyDeleteI rarely buy quilting magazines as they are sooo very expensive up here in Canada. So I read them at the library. I love the projects and the sewing rooms/organization ideas. Thanks for a chance to win! :)
ReplyDeleteI'm a new follower of your blog via gfc! :)
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ReplyDeleteI am a new quilter and haven't gotten any magazines yet, I'd love to read this one though!
ReplyDeleteHi, I love to look at the projects, and I also love to see quilter's studios or workspaces - always lots of inspiration!
ReplyDeleteI love the projects and the interviews with designers talking about how they create their projects and where they get their ideas.
ReplyDeleteI love looking at the the projects the most. Thanks for the chance to win
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ReplyDeleteI like the beautiful photos best :o)) Thanks for the chance to win!!
ReplyDeleteI hardly buy quilting magazines. I get a lot my inspiration from the internet what with hundreds of inspiring blogs offering free tutorials, patterns and advice while in a magazine I will usually like one item or two.
ReplyDeleteThat said, I saw Amy and David on the cover and was interested in reading their story.
Njeri
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I love the projects the most! thanks!
ReplyDeleteI have to say, the projects are my favorite part, I am always looking for new ideas and I love following instructions sometimes so I don't have to think too much other than which fabric should I use.
ReplyDeleteI love projects ^^
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ReplyDeleteI would like to check out this magazine. I seem too busy to browse quilting magazines but it might be fun summer pool reading.
ReplyDeleteI do follow your blog.
ReplyDeleteI'm all about the eye candy. Before I even read, I flip through books and magazines to look at all the pictures, then I might go back and read the words.
ReplyDeleteI'm a follower (of your blog).
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ReplyDeleteI love quilt mags for the projects, and if they're scrappy and full of color, all the better! I like the idea of this 7x9 size - it seems like it wouldn't be so floppy when I'm reading it.
ReplyDeleteThis looks a fabulous magazine! I love new and modern projects, interviews with designers and plenty of pictures!
ReplyDeleteI'm a happy follower!
ReplyDeleteLooks great! Will you also review Weeks Ringle & BIll Kerr's fabulous magazine, Modern Quilts Illustrated? I'm a fan. :)
ReplyDeletei don't buy quilting magazines a lot. when i do, it's for specific projects - baby quilts, christmas stuff, etc. this looks like a good one!
ReplyDeleteI do buy them, and love the great patterns and tips. And photos.
ReplyDeleteI am new to quilting ...just started to learn last year. I never buy quilting magazines before, worry that I might not understand term being used for quilting as a beginner. Thanks for the giveaway!!
ReplyDeleteAs a beginner I love everything how-to. I also enjoy artist biographies, I am always curious what got a creative mind to the current project or moment!
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ReplyDeleteI love the free patterns and sometimes the ads... I love seeing new fabrics out there!
ReplyDeleteI don't buy quilting magazines too often but it is usually a pattern that catches my eye. However, I enjoy the rest too! Thanks for chance to win! (EMAIL: marshudson at comcast dot net)
ReplyDeleteI'm not fond of the sewing room tours. They tend to make me discontented. I love tutorials and patterns with lots of pictures.
ReplyDeleteI love the David Butler centrefold the best! Hahaha, I'm only joking (but a girl can dream, can't she?!?).
ReplyDeleteI follow the blog. :)
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