Fons and Porter

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  2. Jan 3

    Sisters—one a beginner, one an experienced quilters—are making the same All A Twitter block of the month project while living in different states. They've documented their experiences in, what is now, a 5-part series and are sharing their most recent...

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  3. Jan 3

    Add some continuity between your appliqué and the quilting using your machine's built-in embroidery designs! Karla Herrin, our guest for episode 3201 on Reverse Appliqué, stayed on set to share tips on re-sizing...

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  4. Jan 2

    Are they fallen leaves or animal tracks? Either way, the scattered quilt blocks in these cozy, homespun colors will keep the Northwood's chill at bay. FIND IT HERE:

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  5. Jan 2

    Sew Many Tips from the Love of Quilting January/February 2019 issue! Here are four quilting tips that we think everyone can benefit from. Plus, we tell you how to submit your own tips—we might publish them in one of our LOQ issues or even include...

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  6. Jan 1

    THIS. Definitely doing this when next faced with a pending stack of half-square triangles!

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  7. 31 Dec 2018

    With holiday activities behind you, perhaps it’s time for a little spring cleaning. We’ve gathered an array of small projects and designs perfect for clearing out your fabric stash!

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  8. 30 Dec 2018

    Given out to those in need, often after catastrophes, these "comforters" are used in all the ways a quilt can be used when you have nothing: bed covers, room dividers, carpets, curtains, mattresses. Here's how you can help...

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  9. 29 Dec 2018

    Jemima Flendt shares 12 small, yet essential, quilting tips that can help quilters of all skill levels take their quilts and home décor projects up a notch with ease. Tip #10: make oversized blocks...

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  10. 28 Dec 2018

    Mallory Hill designed this Pinwheel Tote bag pattern for the January/February 2019 issue of Love of Quilting, which features seven quilts that play with pinwheels. The pinwheel quilt block she incorporated into the little backpack’s design is not only...

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  11. 27 Dec 2018

    Sometimes, after a busy quilting season, quilters like to take it easy with a lot of small quilting projects and, as we enter a new year, start on fresh, simple, and quick projects (not adding to the UFO pile is pretty exciting). Here's a free...

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  12. 27 Dec 2018

    Jelly Roll rugs are easy! A Jelly Roll of fabric, scraps of batting cut 2½” wide, a 90/14 denim needle, and cotton thread. Here's more on that...

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  13. 24 Dec 2018

    “I’ve always loved gems...They just glow and are saturated with color.” For the past 20 years, MJ has turned that passion into her life’s work with large, pieced quilts that depict close-up views of faceted gemstones ablaze with light.

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  14. 24 Dec 2018

    “Start simple,” advises Amber Corcoran. “Allow yourself to enjoy the process without focusing entirely on the finished project..." Amber talks about how she creates her star-inspired quilt patterns and what she's learned along the way.

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  15. 23 Dec 2018

    Scraps are so versatile! Bonnie Hunter’s scrappy quilt block ideas are in every issue of Quiltmaker. Here are the directions for Bonnie's Four-Patch Pinwheels block and a suggestion on a great quilt pattern for showcasing this block.

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  16. 22 Dec 2018

    The Festivus pole, the airing of grievances, and feats of strength... not familiar with Festivus? This is how quilters celebrate...

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  17. 21 Dec 2018

    From the little girl whose second-grade teacher noted, “could be great if she could just channel that energy,” Bonnie has become a woman with laser-like focus on scrap quilts.

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  18. 18 Dec 2018

    Vibrantly fresh and richly printed fabric from the No Weeds Here collection by Hoffman Fabrics is the star of our latest block of the month. Along with seven instructional videos, this 12-month program leaves you with a fresh and fun queen-size quilt...

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  19. 17 Dec 2018

    Don't have all your holiday ducks in a row? Here is some excellent quick-gift inspiration from The Quilting Company staff (and a free quick project download!).

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  20. 17 Dec 2018

    In case you missed it, check out these tips for making a good quilt great!

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