Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting TV Supplies Series 2400
Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting TV Supplies Series 2400 Sewing machine for the series is the Baby Lock Crescendo, the Baby Lock Ellisimo Gold 2and the Baby Lock Evolution Serger. The sewing center is provided by Koala Cabinets, and the thread cabinets are from Madeira Thread. For piecing, we use the ¼” quilting presser foot or the monogramming presser foot. We use basic sewing supplies such as fabric, rotary cutters, cutting mats, and scissors, plus specific items listed below. We wear a Klutz cut-resistant safety glove when rotary cutting, press with a Reliable iron, and measure using Omnigrid and Fons & Porter rulers. Patterns and instructions for quilts featured are in Love of Quilting or Easy Quilts magazine or as listed. We now have DVDs available for our TV shows beginning with the 400 series. SERIES 2400 LOVE OF QUILTING SHOW DESCRIPTIONS Our newest series includes three inspired from vintage quilts, quilts created from group block exchanges, details on how to organize a block exchange program, quilts that use “blocks within blocks,” tips on machine quilting tools and techniques for unique quilting patterns, as well as lots of great techniques to add to your piecing skills. 2401 – Cubbyholes Simple construction of these Cubbyhole blocks makes a great study of lights and darks. Mary and Marianne stress cutting accuracy and a consistent quarter inch seam for the success of creating this pattern. The quilt was designed and constructed by Marianne Fons and quilted by LuAnn Downs. This quilt is featured in the July/August 2014 issue of Love of Quilting. Supplies: Fons & Porter Rotary Cutter Fons & Porter Klutz Glove Fons & Porter Glass Head Pins Fons & Porter Tomato Pincushion Fons & Porter 4” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter 5 ½” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter Ergonomic Seam Ripper Fons & Porter 8” x 14” Ruler Omnigrid 12-1/2” x 12-1/2” Ruler Inspiration for this quilt can be seen here. 2402 – Random Acts of Happy – Springs This modern version of an antique “crazy quilt” is sure to inspire. Update the color palette and fall in love with the simplicity and freedom of crazy quilting. This project will be featured in the November/December 2014 issue of Love of Quilting. Supplies: Fons & Porter Rotary Cutter Fons & Porter Klutz Glove Fons & Porter Glass Head Pins Fons & Porter 8” x 14” Ruler Fons & Porter Mariner’s Star Fons & Porter Tomato Pincushion Fons & Porter 4” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter 5 1/2” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter Ultimate Stiletto Fons & Porter Quilters Pencil Tin Fons & Porter Take Along Thread Tin Fons & Porter Ergonomic Seam Ripper Fons & Porter Half and Quarter Ruler The antique quilt shown in this episode was created in 1877. It is a mourning quilt created by family members upon the death of Samuel Elliott White, the founder of the company. It was presented to his wife in his honor. 2403 – Flower Power Table Runner Grandmother’s Flower Garden is a very traditional pattern that many of us dream about tackling someday. Mary will be joined by Eleanor Burns in this episode to present her approach to hexagons and triangles to make the fabulous Flower Power Table Runner. This project simplified with no set-in seams and just two templates may just tempt you to move this idea to the top of you project list. The table runner was designed and made by Eleanor Burns. Supplies: Fons & Porter Rotary Cutter Fons & Porter Klutz Glove Fons & Porter Glass Head Pins Fons & Porter Tomato Pincushion Fons & Porter 4” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter 5 ½” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter Ultimate Stiletto Fons & Porter Ergonomic Seam Ripper Fons & Porter Mechanical Pencil – Dark Fons & Porter Mechanical Pencil – Light Fons & Porter 8” x 14” Ruler Omnigrid 12-1/2” x 12-1/2” Ruler Omnigrid Rotating Mat The Flower Power Table Runner pattern from Quilt in a Day comes with the diamond and triangle acrylic templates for rotary cutting shapes. In the Tips portion of the show Eleanor uses a Microbrush made by Tooltron 2404 – Double Stars Repetition creates a secondary design when two sizes of the same quilt block are combines to create the Double Stars. An interesting concept of putting a star within a star and the use of a solid with a print furthers the double effect. Mary Fons is joined by Jodi Davis is this episode to show you the basics of creating the 8-point star block. The quilt was designed, constructed and quilted by Nancy Mahoney. This quilt is featured in the July/August 2014 issue of Love of Quilting. Supplies: Fons & Porter Rotary Cutter Fons & Porter Klutz Glove Fons & Porter Glass Head Pins Fons & Porter Tomato Pincushion Fons & Porter 4” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter 5 ½” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter Ultimate Stiletto Fons & Porter Ergonomic Seam Ripper Fons & Porter Mechanical Pencil – Dark Fons & Porter Mechanical Pencil – Light Fons & Porter 8” x 14” Ruler Omnigrid 1” x 12” Ruler Omnigrid 12-1/2” x 12-1/2” Ruler 2405 – Neapolitan Block Exchanges, what are they? How do I organize one? What kinds of things should you consider? This is the topic Mary Fons and Liz Porter will discuss in this episode. They will guide you through all the considerations and details required to set up a successful block exchange program. The simple Churn Dash block was Liz’s selection for a block exchange with quilt friends. Once you have completed your program, Liz will present a quick strip style setting you might consider for your quilt top. This episode includes quilts made by friends of Liz using the same blocks with creative and unique settings. The Neapolitan quilt was designed by Liz Porter and quilted by Barb Mapes. This quilt is featured in the May/June 2014 issue of Love of Quilting. Supplies: Fons & Porter Rotary Cutter Fons & Porter Klutz Glove Fons & Porter Glass Head Pins Fons & Porter Tomato Pincushion Fons & Porter 4” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter 5 ½” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter Ultimate Stiletto Fons & Porter Ergonomic Seam Ripper Fons & Porter Mechanical Pencil – Dark Fons & Porter Mechanical Pencil – Light Fons & Porter 8” x 14” Ruler Omnigrid 12-1/2” x 12-1/2” Ruler The list of points to consider when creating a block exchange program Sample handout of the Churn Dash Block Exchange Program Other Quilts shown were created by: Lee Alvey, Mary Clendennen, Cindy Cook, Zell Cook, Shelli Kwait, Barb Mapes, Angela McCorkel, Priscilla Muse, Pam Peters and Marcie Wendrock. Sew Easy – Quick Triangle Squares http://www.fonsandporter.com/content_downloads/SE_Quick_Tri_Squares_5119.pdf 2406 – Machine Quilting - APQS If you want to quickly transform your machine quilting skills consider using specialty rulers and templates to bring your quilting to the next level. Mary’s guest Angela Huffman will show you how a simple piece of plastic has magic built in that will take your quilts from plain to Blue ribbon ready. They will discuss straight line channel quilting, the selection and use of rules and templates, and how to create spaces on your quilt top for fabulous motifs. Supplies: Fons & Porter Rotary Cutter Fons & Porter Klutz Glove Fons & Porter Glass Head Pins Fons & Porter Tomato Pincushion Fons & Porter 4” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter 5 ½” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter Ultimate Stiletto Fons & Porter Ergonomic Seam Ripper Fons & Porter Mechanical Pencil – Dark Fons & Porter Mechanical Pencil – Light Fons & Porter 8” x 14” Ruler Omnigrid 12-1/2” x 12-1/2” Ruler APQS Millennium with Quilt Path Adding Machine Tape Air Erasable Marker Rulers: Ideal Quilt Guide long and Angel edition - Info Circle Rulers – there a variety available Innie/Outie SID ruler - Info Rhonda’s Ruler for curved hatching - Info Pro-groove ruler for straight line - Info Quilts: Modern Plates Quilt Modern Table Runner Broken Dishes Quilt Pieced top for Stitch in the Ditch demo Cracked Pots Quilt Cracked Pots Table Runner Placemat for use on George in tips segment 2407 – Ralli Pop This quilt features small appliqué blocks that were inspired by a quilt Marianne saw that was created by women in Pakistan. Mary and Marianne will present techniques for needle-turn appliqué. They will also cover the steps of raw-edge machine appliqué. The quilt was designed and constructed by Marianne Fons and quilted by LuAnn Downs. This quilt is featured in the May/June 2014 issue of Love of Quilting. Supplies: Fons & Porter Rotary Cutter Fons & Porter Klutz Glove Fons & Porter Glass Head Pins Fons & Porter Tomato Pincushion Fons & Porter 4” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter 5 ½” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter Ultimate Stiletto Fons & Porter Ergonomic Seam Ripper Fons & Porter Mechanical Pencil – Dark Fons & Porter Mechanical Pencil – Light Fons & Porter 8” x 14” Ruler Omnigrid 12-1/2” x 12-1/2” Ruler Quilters Template plastic Hand Appliqué needles Thread to match appliqué fabric Fusible web for appliqué Sew Easy – Needle Turn Appliqué Sew Easy – Raw Edge Machine Appliqué This is the link for information about the inspiration for the Ralli quilt - http://www.ralliquilt.com/ 2408 – Madeira Thread show In this episode you will learn about the use of embroidery thread and how it looks in the finished project. It will be contrasted with serger thread and its use in the “looper” to create an edge finish. Lastly, we will provide great information about cotton threads for quilting on the long arm and the domestic sewing machine. Supplies on set: Fons & Porter Rotary Cutter Fons & Porter Klutz Glove Fons & Porter Glass Head Pins Fons & Porter 8” x 14” Ruler Fons & Porter Mariner’s Star Fons & Porter Tomato Pincushion Fons & Porter 4” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter 5 1/2” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter Ultimate Stiletto Fons & Porter Quilters Pencil Tin Fons & Porter Take Along Thread Tin Fons & Porter Ergonomic Seam Ripper Fons & Porter Half and Quarter Ruler Projects that were referenced in this episode can be found here. 2409 – Endless Chain Ideas for quilts come from many places and we can honor vintage quilters by creating contemporary versions of their design. Mary Fons and Jodi Davis will show you how a paper foundation pieced block is constructed, with great tips to create fabulous and precise angles. An alternating block setting makes this an enticing and whimsical quilt design. The quilt was designed, constructed and quilted by Jean Nolte. This quilt is featured in the May/June 2014 issue of Love of Quilting. Supplies: Fons & Porter Rotary Cutter Fons & Porter Klutz Glove Fons & Porter Glass Head Pins Fons & Porter Tomato Pincushion Fons & Porter 4” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter 5 ½” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter Ergonomic Seam Ripper Fons & Porter Mechanical Pencil – Dark Fons & Porter Mechanical Pencil – Light Fons & Porter 8” x 14” Ruler Paper Foundation copies See-Through Ruler Endless Chain vintage quilt on loan from Sue Reich 2410 – Ohio Star This zigzag set quilt features Ohio Star blocks created as part of a block exchange. This is a great way to make a scrappy style quilt and have fun sharing your stash with quilt friends. Mary Fons and Liz Porter will show you how to over-size the hourglass unit in this block design to increase the accuracy of your piecing. They will discuss this concept as it relates to a block exchange. The zigzag design is a popular design currently. This setting is a more undated look that still works well with the traditional Ohio Star block. The quilt was designed and constructed by Liz Porter and hand quilted by the Troyer family. This quilt is featured in the January/February 2014 issue of Love of Quilting. Supplies: Fons & Porter Rotary Cutter Fons & Porter Klutz Glove Fons & Porter Glass Head Pins Fons & Porter Tomato Pincushion Fons & Porter 4” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter 5 ½” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter Ultimate Stiletto Fons & Porter Ergonomic Seam Ripper Fons & Porter Mechanical Pencil – Dark Fons & Porter Mechanical Pencil – Light Fons & Porter 8” x 14” Ruler Fons & Porter Square Up Ruler Fons & Porter Diagonal Sets Ruler Fons & Porter Quarter Inch Seam Marker Omnigrid 12-1/2” x 12-1/2” Ruler Sew Easy – Quick Hourglass Units Sew Easy - Cutting Setting Triangles 2411 – Zig A Zag Table Runner – Baby Lock Zip up this artistic quilt using pre-cut 2 1/2" strips or cut your own 2 1/2" strips of fabric. With fast strip sewing, you can easily create this strong, geometric pattern that dances across your quilt. Supplies: Fons & Porter Rotary Cutter Fons & Porter Klutz Glove Fons & Porter Glass Head Pins Fons & Porter Tomato Pincushion Fons & Porter 4” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter 5 ½” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter Ultimate Stiletto Fons & Porter Ergonomic Seam Ripper Fons & Porter Mechanical Pencil – Dark Fons & Porter Mechanical Pencil – Light Fons & Porter 8” x 14” Ruler Omnigrid 12-1/2” x 12-1/2” Ruler Shape Cut Pro Sew Easy Cutter/Ruler from Baby Lock Red Glasses Honeycomb Quilt pattern from Quilt in a Day, comes with the diamond and triangle acrylic template set for rotary cutting. 2412 – Cubed Tackle cutting like a pro when you learn to cut 60 degree diamonds from simple strips. Learn tips for joining rows and adding borders with ease to create this stunning quilt. The quilt was designed and constructed by Tammy Silvers and quilted by Pat Yearwood. This quilt is featured in the November/December 2014 issue of Love of Quilting. Also, check out our brief tutorial on adding borders to this quilt. Supplies: Fons & Porter Rotary Cutter Fons & Porter Klutz Glove Fons & Porter Glass Head Pins Fons & Porter Tomato Pincushion Fons & Porter 4” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter 5 ½” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter Ultimate Stiletto Fons & Porter Ergonomic Seam Ripper Fons & Porter 8” x 14” Ruler Omnigrid 12-1/2” x 12-1/2” Ruler Fons & Porter 60 Degree Ruler 2413 – Anchors Aweigh Vintage quilts can be a great source of inspiration for a quilter. Marianne took on the challenge to recreate this 1940’s Victory Quilt design using more modern methods of cutting and piecing. You will learn how the triangle trimmer can assist in the correct placement of triangle squares and how to cut setting triangles from simple strips. The quilt was designed by Marianne Fons and Jean Nolte. The quilt was constructed by Marianne Fons and quilted by LuAnn Downs. This quilt is featured in the September/October 2014 issue of Love of Quilting. Supplies: Fons & Porter Rotary Cutter Fons & Porter Klutz Glove Fons & Porter Glass Head Pins Fons & Porter Tomato Pincushion Fons & Porter 4” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter 5 ½” Quilter’s Scissors Fons & Porter Ultimate Stiletto Fons & Porter Ergonomic Seam Ripper Fons & Porter Mechanical Pencil – Dark Fons & Porter Mechanical Pencil – Light Fons & Porter 8” x 14” Ruler Omnigrid 12-1/2” x 12-1/2” Ruler Fons & Porter Triangle Trimmer set The vintage Anchor Aweigh quilt used on set was on loan from Sue Reich – pattern was first published in 1942
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