Welcome, fabric lovers! You've reached the online home of Fabric Trends, the magazine devoted to showcasing the newest fabrics available in unique patterns. Each issue of this quarterly publication features fifteen to twenty projects by top designers, including easy-to-follow instructions, diagrams and full-size templates (if needed). We also include swatches of each fabric used in the quilt, providing you with an up close and personal color-accurate look at each print available. In addition to patterns, Fabric Trends profiles popular fabric designers, explores different types of textiles, and offers insight into color and style trends.

Here on our website you'll find previews of the quilts featured in each issue, a free online project from the current issue, a list of stores that carry Fabric Trends, and subscription information. Plus, we're offering an online bonus—the Trendwatch column, which details the hottest colors and styles in the quilting and home decor arenas. Thanks for visiting!

Inside This Issue — Spring 2008

Brighten Up!

After a long cold winter, spring has come, bringing with it colorful new fabrics and designs. In keeping with the season, the staff of Fabric Trends has selected a wide assortment of brights, florals, and stripes to tempt even the most discerning fabric lovers. From Patti Carey's creative Flower Girl quilt (just perfect for a young girl's room) to Virginia Robertson's May Baskets(pieced batik blocks with a touch of appliqué, there's something for everyone and every taste.

Have you noticed a proliferation of paisley? It's enjoying a renaissance, so quilt historian Patricia Cummings takes a look back at the design's roots‚ which appear to have originated in ancient Persia. You'll be intrigued to learn that British soldiers stationed in India eventually introduced paisley to Europe, where it became a fashionable trend!

Whether you make our quilt designs with the fabrics featured or whether you choose your own, we hope you'll find inspiration and ideas from this brand new issue of Fabric Trends and a way to brighten your world in time for spring!

See what's in this issue.