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 How many of you have been able to share your Love of Quilting with your children, grandchildren or special family members? After being inspired by Quilty magazine, my daughter, Lené, decided to make a quilt for her 4-H project. I was able to help her get started, but because I am a new quilter, I knew she would need more expert help as we progressed. Luckily, my family is visiting extended family in New Hampshire where my mother-in-law, Lucille, is helping Lené finish her quilt. It’s amazing how quilting is timeless. It is a skill that all generations can come together to enjoy. I hope you are able to share your Love of Quilting with family and friends this summer, it is something that will bring you closer together.
Happy Quilting!
Mandy C. Editorial Assistant |
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 Baby Genius Synapse
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 Quilt with the Stars
Watch episode 3 of Quilt with the Stars featuring Sandy Gervais. In this episode, Sandy and Mary discuss Sandy’s work and what inspires her.
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 Choosing Colors
Submitted by Georgia Summit from West Lafayette, OH.
I lay my blocks on pieces of construction paper to help me decide what colors to use for borders on my quilts. Viewing it at home gives me a plan for fabric shopping. When I decide what color family works, I head for that section in the fabric store. Visit the tips page on the Fons & Porter Web site for more great ideas.
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Learn to cut fabric into “jewels” in a snap with Debby Kratovil’s Magic Stax© method. At the Expo in Pittsburgh on August 2, 3 & 4, Debby shows you how to quickly and accurately cut today’s color-drenched fabrics, using no template and with no waste, to create a stunning traditional quilt with a contemporary flair. Get the complete 2012 calendar and all the details when you visit www.sewingexpo.com.
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Buying Fabrics Online – Tips and Info
We love quilt shops and we love shopping online, too. On this week’s episode of Quilty, Mary talks about the basics of buying fabric online and gives you some pointers about the process. You’re already online, right? Check it out!
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 Cutting Straight Strips
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Sew & Tell |
Thanks for stopping by the Fons & Porter Quilt Shop
 Sandy Wilson from Lebanon, MO stopped by the Fons & Porter Quilt Shop this week with her family.
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Quilt for Recovery
Submitted via email by Ruth Hall from St. Peter, MN
 As I was recovering from carpal tunnel surgery I saw your Patriotic Patchwork quilt in the July/Aug, 2012 issue of Love of Quilting.
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Doll Quilt Divas
Submitted via email by Phyllis Steward from Castle Rock, CO
 I just had to write and thank you for the adorable doll quilt pattern called Hidden Stars that you published in the Easy Quilts Spring 2011 issue. More >> |
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If you’ve made a project from Love of Quilting magazine or one of our books, we’d love to see it and hear your story. Please note that due to the large volume of photos we receive, we cannot acknowledge receipt. Send a color photo and brief description of your project to sewandtell@fonsandporter.com |
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