Cabin Fever Quilts, Amazingly Easy Quilt Designs

Log Cabin Quilts–20 Modern Log Cabin Quilts by Natalia Bonner and Kathleen Whiting as seen on Sewing With Nancy

Cabin Fever Quilts, Amazingly Easy Quilt Designs

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Log Cabin Quilts–20 Modern Log Cabin Quilts by Natalia Bonner and Kathleen Whiting as seen on Sewing With NancyJust as architecture has changed from the original log cabin homes to our modern 21st century homes, quilting has made the same transition. Traditional Log Cabin quilt blocks can easily be made modern with the help of our guest in the new Sewing With Nancy series titled, Cabin Fever Quilts. I’m pleased to welcome Natalia Bonner, a self-proclaimed quilting addict, to her first appearance on Sewing With Nancy.

Natalia Bonner and Nancy Zieman on the Set of Sewing With NancyNatalia’s spin on the Log Cabin block is to use dramatic colors and sleek lines. The first quilt in Cabin Fever Quilts, Part One is the Downtown Cabins Quilt, a great quilt for a beginner. Start with your favorite colors, cut strips, and begin sewing. Using large pieces makes the quilt easy to assemble.

Log Cabin Quilts–20 Modern Log Cabin Quilts Book by Natalia Bonner and Kathleen Whiting as seen on the TV Show Sewing With Nancy with Host Nancy Zieman.

Learn how to cut fabric pieces for a block, then assemble. Here’s an alternate colorway option:

Log Cabin Quilts–20 Modern Log Cabin Quilts Book by Natalia Bonner and Kathleen Whiting as seen on the TV Show Sewing With Nancy with Host Nancy Zieman.

Remember the last time you had your eyes dilated for an eye exam? The pupils of your eyes went from small to large in seconds. That experience caused Natalia to create 12″ blocks with three strip sizes, gradating from small to large. This may look tricky to stitch, yet it’s a great pattern for even a beginning quilt maker. In Cabin Fever Quilts, Part One Natalia explains the concept and process of changing log sizes which creates the gradation in the quilt design. 

Log Cabin Quilts–20 Modern Log Cabin Quilts Book by Natalia Bonner and Kathleen Whiting as seen on the TV Show Sewing With Nancy with Host Nancy Zieman.

Pull out your favorite scraps or use an interesting fat quarter bundle to make this fabulous quilt. Fabric choice is key; be sure there is a lot of contrast between the dark and light fabrics to really make this pattern pop!

Log Cabin Quilts–20 Modern Log Cabin Quilts Book by Natalia Bonner and Kathleen Whiting as seen on the TV Show Sewing With Nancy with Host Nancy Zieman.

These elongated, framed rectangles look like a stretched Log Cabin quilt block, but they’re really made from two identical 12″-square blocks. The two-color palette really emphasizes the graphic nature of the blocks, but you could easily introduce a wider strip of color for even greater quilt drama. Watch Cabin Fever Quilts, Part One to see the easy block breakdown.

Log Cabin Quilts–20 Modern Log Cabin Quilts Book by Natalia Bonner and Kathleen Whiting as seen on the TV Show Sewing With Nancy with Host Nancy Zieman.

Thanks, Natalia, for being my guest on Sewing With Nancy and for sharing your fun and easy quilting techniques with us.

Watch Cabin Fever Quilts, Part One on Sewing With Nancy online.

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Cabin Fever Quilts as seen on the TV Show Sewing With Nancy on PBS with Nancy Zieman and Guest Natalia Bonner. Featuring the book, Cabin Fever Quilts - 20 Modern Log Cabin Quilts.

Then, check out the book, Cabin Fever Quilts—20 Modern Log Cabin Quilts by Natalia Bonner and Kathleen Whiting. Natalia and Kathleen have included twenty modern log cabin quilt designs along with bonus instructions for coordinating pillows.

Cabin Fever Quilts as seen on the TV Show Sewing With Nancy on PBS with Nancy Zieman

C&T Publishing is providing one giveaway copy of the book, Cabin Fever Quilts—20 Modern Log Cabin Quilts by Natalia Bonner and Kathleen Whiting. If the winner lives abroad, an ebook will be sent digitally. For a chance to win a copy of the book, please leave a comment below sharing your favorite quilt from Cabin Fever Quilts, Part One.

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  • Sharon Kirby
    December 3, 2015

    I love the look of modern quilts and traditional alike. Being able to get these great effects with less work is wonderful.

  • Kathleen Swinkowski
    December 3, 2015

    Love the quilt using the scraps. Think I might use this look for my next scrap quilt. Would like to win the book.

  • Linda E in AZ
    December 3, 2015

    I’m fascinated by the elongated log cabin blocks and the effect that creates.
    Love log cabins of all sorts.
    Thanks!

  • Diane C
    December 3, 2015

    I think this book might be what I need to get my quilting motivation back.

  • Carol P
    December 3, 2015

    I love bright quilts and easy ones too, that go together fast. It is amazing how changing the sizes of blocks and colors and they can look so different. These are all so beautiful!

  • Lori
    December 3, 2015

    I clicked on the e-mail because of the first quilt. I LOVE bright colors and that first quilt really appeals to me. Even if I don’t win, I would buy the book for that pattern…….

  • Bobee
    December 3, 2015

    The teal and white rectangle pattern is stunning in its simplicity. Would be a fun patterns to quilt too.

  • Sheree
    December 3, 2015

    Love every quilt in the book!!

  • Judy graczyk
    December 3, 2015

    The log cabin is one of my favorite designs. While I love all of the designs presented, I am fascinated by the stretched cabin quilt. Very clever Natalia!

  • Jacqueline Bunting
    December 3, 2015

    This is “The Most Refreshing” book on quilts I have seen in many years! I love the colorways & the ease of the blocks using the larger blocks. My favorite would have to be the elongated quilt in Turquoise & White. A great runner up would be the first quilt with the fantastic, bright colors!!! Love them all. Jackie B.

  • Kathy Pollock
    December 3, 2015

    Love the scrappy look of the quilt.I have a bundle of fat quarters that have now found a home .Thanks Nancy.

  • Adeline
    December 3, 2015

    I like the idea of the elongated cabin block. How could it be 12 inches and look so different? going to investigate!

  • Maritza
    December 3, 2015

    I found both the elongated and graduated block quilts stunning. What a fun way to use fabrics with simple techniques. I would definitely enjoy the book.

  • Lillian K
    December 3, 2015

    I find the Elongated stretched log cabin most fascinating along withe the graduated log cabin blocks. Thanks !

  • Vanniannie
    December 3, 2015

    The elongated rectangles would be a great quilt for my daughter. I’ve been looking for some modern designs! These are beautiful!

  • Diane F in DBQ
    December 3, 2015

    My favorite easy quilt is the Dazzle Quilt. Fascinating how the basic block is constructed.

  • Nancy Taylor
    December 3, 2015

    I love he look of the rectangle log cabin. I have been wanting to make something new.
    Thanks,
    Nancy Taylor

  • Dianne Patterson
    December 3, 2015

    I love the bright colors! I also like the look of the 12″ block. I learned alot just watching the video and found I have alot in common with Natalia and her use of white. As I watched I was mentally thinking of all my fabric and which would look gorgeous done with the white. I would LOVE to win the book! If I don’t win, I’ll be buying it very soon. I was in a bit of a slump until I watched the video. I’m so motivated now I can’t wait to get started. Thank you for the great presentation!

  • Rebecca Monnin
    December 3, 2015

    I’m really drawn to the on-point of the “Downtown Cabins”. As a beginner quilter, it looks ‘friendly’ enough for me to tackle. I like the bright colors with the white. The elongated pattern would be pretty, too. However, as a first project for myself, I would do the “Downtown Cabins”. It looks so fresh!

  • Gail
    December 3, 2015

    I like the first quilt best!

  • Cindy Schultz
    December 3, 2015

    I really liked the Downtown Cabin when I first saw it, then I saw the Dilation Quilt, then the Dazzle Quilt and finally the Outstretched Quilt. How can you choose just one? I love them all. I love the color combinations and the designs. So clever.

  • Marilyn
    December 3, 2015

    I like the ease and simplicity of the Downtown Quilt. My family would also like it!

  • Mary B
    December 3, 2015

    LOVE log cabin, it was the first quilt I ever made!! LOVE this modern twist. The two color option would be perfect in my sister’s more modern contemporary style. Maybe not this yr for Christmas but on the to do list for next year. Love it!!

  • mitzi weber
    December 3, 2015

    I am just starting my quilting journey and I need all the help I can get. This quilt looks like something I could try.

  • Pandora
    December 3, 2015

    What a great way to modernize the log cabin. I think I loved them all but would start with the elongated one, just cuz.

  • janet moilanen
    December 3, 2015

    My eyes gravitated to “Outstretched” immediately. I’ve been wanting to make a quilt using a rectangular block – would never have thought of making one with the log cabin technique!

  • Gail Davenport
    December 3, 2015

    I love the Downtown Cabins Quilt! It’s a great modern pattern, and perfect to make for a millennial.

  • Pat O.
    December 3, 2015

    I like the Downtown Cabins quilt best.

  • Rose
    December 3, 2015

    I am impressed with Natalie Bonner’s creations. When broken down into steps they are relatively simple but create an outstanding finished project. My favorite quilts are log cabin.

  • Duane Wiley
    December 3, 2015

    Downtown Cabin quilt so far is my favorite! I like the modern clean lines that they are creating these days. Looks like a great book! Thanks for the opportunity to win this!

  • Elizabeth
    December 3, 2015

    Simple yet elegant designs! These patterns are a great way to decrease my stash piles. I am particularly drawn to the Dazzle quilt design and can easily see my 1930’s stash as the fabric choice.

  • GRACIELA
    December 3, 2015

    Me encanta el Downtown Cabañas edredón! Es un gran modelo moderno

  • Donna N
    December 3, 2015

    Love that the log cabin is getting a modern update! My favorite would be downtown cabin.

  • Jeanne
    December 3, 2015

    Love the pattern and the colors are great.

  • Starla
    December 3, 2015

    I love log cabins! And I love seeing the new patterns in this book.

  • Susan K
    December 3, 2015

    I like the stretched log cabin block as something unusual and with a modern twist. I also like the downtown cabins quilt for it’s bold look – I could see it in almost any fabric style from traditional, to batik, to modern. Lovely quilts!

  • Lynn
    December 3, 2015

    I like the scrappy look the best.

  • Lynn
    December 3, 2015

    I think the modern twist on the log cabin quilt is great! I like the concentric blocks in solid colors of the samples shown on this page but I expect that there will be lots of others to choose from in the book.

  • Marilyn Koestler
    December 3, 2015

    I think I might try this idea but use the small print fabrics contrasted with solids that are in my stash.

  • Amy Brant
    December 3, 2015

    The Downtown Quilt and the Outstretched Quilt get my vote for modern pizzaz.

  • Beth K
    December 3, 2015

    The Downtown Cabins quilt can be such a bright sight in the grey months of the first part of the year — that’s my favorite!

  • Linda
    December 3, 2015

    I love the Dazzle Quilt. It just glows!

  • Marty
    December 3, 2015

    Elongated Frames (stretched Log Cabin) looks like one I’ll make immediately!

  • Nancy E Johnson
    December 3, 2015

    I just love the look of her quilts. Please let me win!

  • Bonnye
    December 3, 2015

    I love log cabins. Great ideas to modernize them.

  • Mary Cooper
    December 3, 2015

    I love modern quilts – no half square triangles!!

  • Amy Caldwell (@See_Amy_Sew)
    December 3, 2015

    Fantabulous video…… I absolutely adore the “Outstretched Quilt” and it would be such a joy to own this fabulous book and make all the beautiful quilts in it!!! Thank You for the chance.

  • Karen
    December 3, 2015

    I like the bright log cabin.

  • ROBIN, TX
    December 3, 2015

    The elongated log cabin is pretty neat.

  • Debe
    December 3, 2015

    Ohh, I really like “Dazzle”. Very beautiful!

  • debbie
    December 3, 2015

    The elongated log cabin quickly caught my eye.

  • Mary Wippold
    December 3, 2015

    I usually make scrappy quilts but every once in a while I need to do something different. I love the 2 color stretched rectangles quilt. the simple graphic design would be suitable for the men in my life.

  • Becky Payne
    December 3, 2015

    I am loving the solid colors used in Ms. Bonner’s quilts. They are very trendy and catch your eye!

  • Lilia Singh
    December 3, 2015

    I loved the elongated, framed rectangles by Natalia Bonner. Haven’t done any “modern” type quilts but would surely love to try these.

  • Renea
    December 3, 2015

    I really enjoy making Log Cabin quilts so making a more modern version might be alot of fun. Thanks for the great giveaway.

  • Sheila Wilton
    December 3, 2015

    My favourite is the 4th quilt, the elongated rectangle. I love the simplicity and beauty done in a favourite colour.

  • JessZ
    December 3, 2015

    I love the rectangular blocks! I definitely want to make that one first! Thank you for sharing some info about the book!

  • Chris
    December 3, 2015

    I like the modern twist to the log cabin. I just made Judy Martin’s Agean Sea which is basically a Log Cabin quilt. I have always loved Granny Squares and Log Cabins, my 2 favorites.

  • Judy Forkner
    December 4, 2015

    These modern log cabin quilts are great! I really like all of them, but the Dilation quilt & Outstretched are my faves!

  • Chris Reeske
    December 4, 2015

    The elongated rectangle looks great, but really they all do.

  • Chris Reeske
    December 4, 2015

    I like them all

  • Gretchen Berg
    December 4, 2015

    My favorite one is the Downtown quilt. It is amazing how color arrangements can change a block. I enjoy the modern look.

  • Jean
    December 4, 2015

    the web site was very inspiring, I liked all of the quilts. My very first quilt was a log cabin. Really like the modern twist to making them

  • Karen Stein
    December 4, 2015

    I love the tradition gone “modern”!

  • Tina
    December 4, 2015

    Great modern take on a traditional block. I like them all.

  • Mamie
    December 4, 2015

    I like the scrappy one the best.

  • Terri Davis
    December 5, 2015

    Nice way to shake things up in my piecing!

  • Kate
    December 7, 2015

    I would love this book! they all are so great, but would probably do the rectangles…but then… I don’t think you could choose just one! You’re in my thoughts Nancy, have a beautiful Christmas!

  • Peggy
    December 7, 2015

    I love the downtown quilt. So bright and airy. I would love to win this book.

  • Chris M
    December 7, 2015

    I have really enjoyed this episode, and look forward to seeing more. I found a lot of inspiration in Natalia Bonner’s work, and I love the simplicity in the design and quilts. I am excited to try one of these in a bright blue, or an aqua. Thanks for this episode.

  • Ell
    December 10, 2015

    The Downtown Cabins Quilt is so colorful! It has such a fresh look and not at all like your grandmother’s quilt.

  • Linda
    December 11, 2015

    I love Natalia’s work, and follow her on Instagram. I’m hoping to win the book

  • Linda
    December 11, 2015

    I love Natalia’s work, and follow her on Instagram. I’m hoping to win the book

  • JaneH
    December 12, 2015

    I love these types of quilts. I have liked her Facebook page and am sending her links to my son. He wants a modern quilt and one of these designs would be so fun to sew. I love the brightness of the colors. I would smile each time I looked at it.

  • Alice
    December 13, 2015

    Love all the quilts! My favorite is downtown cabin quilt.

  • Anita Kay
    December 15, 2015

    Love these quilts the colors are amazing! I have always loved the log cabin pattern and Natalia twists on them are so modern and the quilting makes the colors pop!

  • Ellen Williams
    December 27, 2015

    Natalia’s quilts are so refreshingly beautiful. I would be humbled and honored to win her book. Sewing a few quilts from her patterns would be a special experience.

  • Mary Schmidt
    December 28, 2015

    I love the Cabin Keys. My husband loves it too. He happened to be watching this episode with me when he noticed it.

  • Heather
    December 28, 2015

    I love the elongated log cabin. It is such a great pattern.

  • DeeDee
    January 2, 2016

    I just watched both episodes of Cabin Fever quilts and fell in love with all the quilts in the series. Would love to have this book.

  • Jeannine
    January 23, 2016

    In Part One, I love the one with the changing size for center square, like an eye exam. I’ve watched both episodes and love her modern interpretations of such a traditional block. This book is definitely on my list!

  • shirley GRADE
    January 30, 2016

    I like the elongated quilt it is unique

  • Beverly Pugh
    February 2, 2016

    I’m just learning how to quilt, so I don’t have a favorite at this time. But the log cabin has so many different ways to go together this is where I want to start.

  • M Morris
    February 20, 2016

    I think Cabin Keys is my favorite but it’s very hard to choose a favorite!
    Meg

  • Debbie Davis
    March 2, 2016

    I think Downtown s very striking!

  • Carmen Robles
    March 2, 2016

    Great tutorial! Very explanatory and visual. Love it!

  • Jen
    March 2, 2016

    Just love the simplicity of the downtown cabin quilt.

  • Marion E. Case
    March 2, 2016

    Love the “new” log cabin. It would look in my brothers log cabin home.

  • Linda L Benton
    March 5, 2016

    Love all the quilts in Natalie Bonners new book, but my favorite is DAZZLE. What color and design. I cannot wait to make it.

  • carol battaglini
    August 6, 2016

    Love the modern quilts and your 12-inch blocks. Especially love the Dazzle quilt design and so would my granddaughter . . . . will definitely have to make this one for her!

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