Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting

Since 1999, Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting has promoted the spirit of traditional quilt making with tried-and-true patterns, insider tips, and time-saving tutorials. Master the basics of making your first quilt or gain inspiration for your hundredth.

FROM THE EDITOR

Love of Quilting

SHOP HOP • Look for these products at your local quilt shop!

SEW MANY TIPS

SEW & TELL • Readers and viewers share their creativity!

Wheel of Honor • These large blocks quickly turn into a spectacular quilt.

ELAINE THERIAULT • MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO

Path to Grandma’s House • After wandering in the woods, a comfy haven awaits!

Snow & Sparkle • Who says the fun needs to end with the holidays? This cheery table runner is suitable for the entire winter season.

FOR THE LOVE OF Quilting

Part One

Bliss and Blossoms • Pieced sashes play a supporting role in this show-stopper!

Pops of Poinsettia • Dazzle your holiday décor with thread painting and see the extraordinary results!

KOTHY‘S TIPS FOR THREAD PAINTING

SETTING her own COURSE TRUNK SHOW with ROBIN RUTH LONG • The Mariner's Compass is considered challenging by some, impossible by others. Robin Ruth Long has made it downright easy.

Cabin in the Pines • Settle into a long winter's eve warmed by a quilt reminiscent of a cozy log cabin.

Winter Frost • Teal batiks in differing shades make this quilt glisten like fresh morning snow.

Home To Kentucky • Sara selected gorgeous antique-inspired fabrics to remake Cheryl Miller’s quilt, My Country, which combines two classic blocks that never go out of style!

COLOR OPTION

String the Lights • Bring the forest indoors with the cozy feel of homespun plaids.

KEEP IT COZY — COLOR OPTION!

Dragonfly Dreams • Amethyst dragonflies dance across a shimmery twilight sky in this elegant design that will transform your quilting dreams.

Part One

Mint Condition • Alternating the scrappy blocks with a solid fabric provides a nice balance.

MARY YODER

MY PIECER Gave Me a Wedgie

3- Color Hourglass Units • Try our quick and easy method to make 3-color hourglass units without cutting triangles.

8-at-a-Time Triangle-Squares • Use this method to make eight matching triangle-squares at the same time.

Bias Strips for Appliqué • Bias pressing bars, made of metal or heat-resistant plastic, simplify the preparation of consistent-width bias strips.

Continuous Bias Strips • Because of the stretch, continuous bias strips are essential for curved binding and appliqué.

Curved Piecing • This method, with just a dash of patience, will result in beautifully curved patchwork.

Making Bands • Strips are frequently sewn together to create a band, which you can cut into smaller segments.

Managing Bulky Seams • These clever strategies can greatly reduce the bulk at seam intersections.

Mitering Corners • Follow these instructions to make perfect mitered corners.

Paper Foundation Piecing • Piecing on foundation paper allows you to create complex or unusual designs with precision and ease.

Quick-Pieced Flying Geese Units • Try this method to make four perfect Flying Geese units at the same time.

Quick-Pieced Hourglass Units • Try our quick and easy method to make hourglass units without cutting triangles.

Quick-Pieced Triangle-Squares • Use this method to make two matching triangle-squares at the same time.

Stitch-and-Flip Corners • Use this technique to make this common block feature.

Windowing Fusible Appliqué • “Windowing” fusible web helps keep appliqué quilts soft and flexible.