Summer is here—and so is your special delivery of creative fun! Volume 12, Issue 3 of BLOCK Magazine is packed with fresh projects and inspiring stories to spark your imagination. In this issue, we’re pulling back the curtain to share the creative passions of some of our very own Missouri Star team members. From quilting to painting and beyond, discover how they stay inspired long after the workday ends!

Have you ever wondered how to make your own bias binding or what exactly fussy cutting is all about? We’re exploring these topics in details in our technical quilting tips. And while summer’s in full swing, it’s never too early to start planning your holiday projects! We’ve included a festive Dresden Tree Skirt and charming EPP stockings that just might be the perfect addition to your seasonal sewing list.

Also in this issue, you’ll meet featured designer Carolina Moore, a sewing and quilting blogger who creates templates and patterns that her YouTube followers have grown to adore. Learn how her passion grew from childhood to today! We’re also continuing our “What If?” series with a fresh take on the popular Houndstooth quilt, using clever color placement to create a fun and unexpected plaid effect.

In our Quilter’s Test Lab, we’re slicing into the world of rotary cutters, breaking down which sizes work best for specific tasks and highlighting a few specialty options that deserve a spot in your sewing room. The Community Connection challenge is in full swing too, featuring real projects from readers like you. And if you’ve been curious about Missouri Star’s ice cream templates, you’ll find plenty of sweet ideas to get started.

As you’ve come to expect from BLOCK, this issue is packed with quilt projects you’ll love stitching all season long—11 patterns in all! Look out for a foundational pieced pillow to help you “relax,” a super-fun way to frame bee blocks, and a sunny wall hanging to bring the outdoors in! This issue is will help you express your creativity and grow your skills. We can’t wait to see what this issue inspires you to sew!