Color shift: Quilters are replacing stark whites with creamy neutrals and earthy greens, accented by deep plums for a softer, enduring appeal. Bigger blocks: Large-scale piecing is gaining popularity, ...

Magazine inclusion: The rail fence quilt block is part of the May 2026 issue of *We Like Quilting*. Pattern approach: It is made with strip sets and offers a variation for an alternate quilt design.