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Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting

Description

Hosts Sara Gallegos and Angela Huffman work with guests to explore quilting ideas, both old and new, in this series from Iowa Public Television. Whether a beginner or an expert, quilters of all levels will learn something from the tips, techniques and designs featured on this show. Segments from the series include two quilts that feature a diagonally set log cabin design, a small quilt constructed with English paper piecing, a breakdown of a medallion-style quilt into simple lessons, and how to resize a quilt block into larger and smaller versions.

Upcoming Episodes

  • Quilt Upcycling: Indigo and Zippers

    Dyeing a "cutter quilt" in an indigo bath; installing zippers and working with bulky seams; a stylish belt bag brings new life to unsalvageable quilts. (30 minutes)

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  • Stitch Modes 101

    Demystifying the various settings on longarm and midarm-style quilting machines. (30 minutes)

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    WNIT2 34.2 Stereo
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  • Tubular Techniques

    Using leftover pre-cut fabric and batting strips to create a 3-dimensional, stacked cylinder perfect for a tote, basket, tub or carry-all; creating tubes; decorative stitching options. (30 minutes)

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  • Sunlight in the Window

    A wall hanging with an unusual combination of standard patchwork and cathedral windows. (30 minutes)

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    WNIT2 34.2 Stereo
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