When all 13 were completed, the artists headed off to create a finished quilt, which 11 of them did. The idea was to challenge each artist to branch out and try a new technique or style ...

Albert does a lot of experimenting with her designs and uses stamping, applique ... the quilt the way I wanted it to look, Albert says. I just mixed and matched with different techniques ...

and offers expert tips for crafting with it and creating appealingly homey items. These projects include customizable wool- and cotton-background Advent calendars; a pinwheel table runner ideal ...