Best of Fons and Porter: Easy Quilts

Best of Fons and Porter: Easy Quilts
Author: Marianne Fons
Publisher: Best of Fons & Porter
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2011
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781609002480

In today's busy world, easy quilts play an important role in making it possible for people to satisfy their passion for quilting. This big collection offers more than 30 quilts that can be made in a weekend or less, using the best patterns from Fons & Porter's Easy Quilts magazine. Simplified patchwork, larger blocks, strip-sets, and other shortcuts make it all possible without sacrificing beauty. While they are a perfect starting point for beginners, easy quilts also are a frequent choice for experienced quilters who enjoy a project that is quick to finish. Each quilt is shown in a lifestyle photograph and an assembly diagram, accompanied by a complete materials list and step-by-step instructions. Some also feature extra help from Fons & Porter's popular Sew Easy lessons, which include step-by-step photography or diagrams.

Modern Basics

Modern Basics
Author: Amy Ellis
Publisher: Martingale
Total Pages: 225
Release: 2011-02-08
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1604686626

Love the idea of quilting but limited by time and resources? Oh, and the fact that you barely know how to sew? Here's the answer! With bright, modern prints and simple patterns, Amy Ellis eases new quilters into a lifelong creative adventure. Simple instructions guide you at every step, from cutting and piecing to finishing your fabulous first quilt. Choose from 14 striking designs; each is made from just one block Create beautiful blocks that showcase fun, contemporary fabrics Find great tips for squeezing creativity into your busy life

Simple Quilts for the Modern Home

Simple Quilts for the Modern Home
Author: Stephanie Soebbing
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2019-02-12
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 160765945X

· On trend contemporary projects that modernize traditional blocks, embrace minimalism, and rely on bold colors and contrast · Contains 12 modern quilt patterns that are great for any level sewer · Build skills with step-by-step instruction and photography, and tips on piecing, hand or machine appliqué and quilting, and finishing · Color theory, fabric selection, and elements of design are all clearly explained · Author Stephanie Soebbing is a savvy social media marketer with an e-commerce site, weekly podcast, and 40,000+ online followers

Fons and Porter: Fun Quilts for Kids

Fons and Porter: Fun Quilts for Kids
Author: Marianne Fons
Publisher: Best of Fons & Porter
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Afghans (Coverlets)
ISBN: 9781609003777

Compiles 27 of the best quilts from Fons & Porter's "Love of Quilting" magazine and special issues of "Kids Quilts", "Fun Quilts" and "Easy Quilts". It includes designs that feature themes on space, cowboys, kites, girly favourites, charming flowers, vibrant geometrics and more. Each quilt is shown in full colour and step-by-step instructions.

Best of Fons and Porter Tabletop Quilts

Best of Fons and Porter Tabletop Quilts
Author: Marianne Fons
Publisher: Best of Fons & Porter
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2011-02
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781609001094

Popular patterns from Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting magazine present a wide sampling of quick-to-make table quilts organized by the seasons.

Quilt Giving

Quilt Giving
Author: Deborah Fisher
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2016-01-11
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1620338874

Enjoy the simple gift of quilting! Creating a quilt is always a gift--in finding the time to enjoy your hobby, and in giving away your finished piece. In the pages of Quilt Giving, you'll find nineteen quilts that make perfect presents for yourself or someone else. The quilt patterns in this book embrace beautiful color and sewing simplicity. You can take your time to enjoy the process and still have a quilt ready for your next baby shower or winter weekend curled up on the sofa! You'll also expand your sewing skills as you experiment with the big block conventions found in Twinkle, Map and Bloom; use easy corner triangles for simple detail in Gem, Summer and Sprinkle; or cast tradition aside and use a vertical or horizontal grid in Path, Garden and City. Treat yourself to the gift of Quilt Giving!

American Country Scrap Quilts

American Country Scrap Quilts
Author: Marianne Fons
Publisher: Rodale
Total Pages: 266
Release: 1995
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780875966267

Presents thirty-one projects for constructing "scrap" quilts--a style which utilizes as many as several hundred different fabrics--and offers sewing tips, quilting ideas, and timesaving cutting charts

Fat Quarter Workshop

Fat Quarter Workshop
Author: Stephanie Soebbing
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 217
Release: 2020-10-13
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1607658305

A great resource for quilters, especially beginners, fat quarters are bundles of colorful, coordinating fabrics so all of the “choosing” is already done for them! From the owner of the Quilt Addicts Anonymous and Stashin' with Stephanie, Stephanie Soebbing, Fat Quarter Workshop features 12 quilt patterns and step-by-step projects using these convenient bundles, plus insightful details on how to choose fabrics and colors to use in your quilt projects. Also included are essential quilting techniques, such as free motion quilting, straight-line quilting, and more.

Best of Fons and Porter: Batiks Quilts

Best of Fons and Porter: Batiks Quilts
Author: Marianne Fons
Publisher: Best of Fons & Porter
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781464708695

Collection of Fons & Porter's most popular batik quilt patterns for all skill levels.

A Quilting Life

A Quilting Life
Author: Sherri McConnell
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2013-02-12
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1607056607

“With its diverse selection of fabrics and designs, A Quilting Life is a fine pick for any quilter looking to produce family-oriented keepsake results.” —The Needlecraft Shelf Bring the handmade tradition home with these charming quilts and home accessories. Inspired by a grandmother who loved to sew for her family, quilter and blogger Sherri McConnell gives traditional patterns like hexagons, stars, snowballs, and Dresden Plates a new look featuring fabrics by some of today’s most popular designers. Nineteen cozy projects include pillows, tote bags, table runners, and larger quilts—quick and easy designs that make great gifts. “Sherri’s book is a treasure! It’s full of fun and straight-forward patterns for quilts, table toppers, pillows, bags and more—all the goodies to make a cozy home.” —Thimbleanna “Would you like the opportunity to make tomorrow’s heirlooms in today’s vast selection of prints? . . . If so, this could be the reference book that will get you started. There are 19 projects, mainly focusing on handmade household items but including some larger quilts too.” —Fabrications Quilting for You “Beautiful inspiration if you are a seasoned quilter, but also a great resource with clear and in some cases, simple patterns for newbies as well.” —Diary of a Quilter “Color photos of finished needlework projects accompany step-by-step diagrams and assembly patterns, while at-a-glance sidebars covering materials and cutting allow needleworkers to gauge the complexity of each project.” —The Needlecraft Shelf