Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting

Marianne Fons & daughter, Mary Fons, showcase their passion for quilting through in-depth demonstrations on a variety of quilting topics. Beginner or expert, viewers with a love of quilting will be inspired by their tips, designs and techniques.

Mon, Feb 23 1:30 P.M. Turnstyle     NH Create (11.4)

Featuring two unusual quilt blocks, Sara Gallegos' Turnstyle quilt relies on some fun techniques.

Mon, Mar 2 7:30 A.M. Lakeside Lanterns     NH Create (11.4)

Angela Huffman's quilt, Lakeside Lanterns, was inspired by a vintage quilt she saw at a museum on her travels, but antique quilts don't always have "friendly" math.

Mon, Mar 2 1:30 P.M. Lakeside Lanterns     NH Create (11.4)

Angela Huffman's quilt, Lakeside Lanterns, was inspired by a vintage quilt she saw at a museum on her travels, but antique quilts don't always have "friendly" math.

Mon, Mar 9 7:30 A.M. Confetti Quilting     NH Create (11.4)

Confetti quilting is an unusual technique that creates a fun result-and uses up scraps!

Mon, Mar 9 1:30 P.M. Confetti Quilting     NH Create (11.4)

Confetti quilting is an unusual technique that creates a fun result-and uses up scraps!

Mon, Mar 16 7:30 A.M. Shell Crossing     NH Create (11.4)

Shell Crossing is a two-block quilt featuring half-square triangles and strip sets.

Mon, Mar 16 1:30 P.M. Shell Crossing     NH Create (11.4)

Shell Crossing is a two-block quilt featuring half-square triangles and strip sets.

Mon, Mar 23 7:30 A.M. Sweet Happy Homes     NH Create (11.4)

Create your own village on a couch pillow by incorporating personalized houses and trees in whatever fabrics and colors you like!

Mon, Mar 23 1:30 P.M. Sweet Happy Homes     NH Create (11.4)

Create your own village on a couch pillow by incorporating personalized houses and trees in whatever fabrics and colors you like!

Mon, Mar 30 7:30 A.M. Arrow Point     NH Create (11.4)

The Arrowhead quilt block made its debut in 1941, and was pieced using individually cut patches, which can be tedious.

Mon, Mar 30 1:30 P.M. Arrow Point     NH Create (11.4)

The Arrowhead quilt block made its debut in 1941, and was pieced using individually cut patches, which can be tedious.

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