Quick+Easy Quilts

Made by quilters for quilters, Fons & Porter's Quick + Easy Quilts features fast, yet dynamic projects combined with storytelling elements that make it unique. Filled with colorful projects and patterns, personal stories from the designers themselves, an occasional recipe, and the tips we love, Quick + Easy Quilts is a magazine for every quilter.

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Quick+Easy Qulits

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Inspiration for the new quilter

The best way to handle a border that’s too big for its stitches is to not have that situation to begin with, longarm quilter Ebony Love shares her tips for making borders that fit.

BUILDING BLOCKS • this baby quilt is black and white and colorful all over

JUST THE ONE • one giant star for a special baby

WHAT A CHARMER! • pretty sashing gives the illusion of a Shoo Fly

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

BABY BOP • bop on down to baby lane with this adorable quilt

SEW EASY™ Stich-and-Flip Corners • Use this technique to make this common block feature.

TILES • simple shapes, dynamic result

Color Option

SHOW YOUR STRIPES • this versatile design gets your creativity flowing

Design Options

tried+true PRODUCTS • New products and classic favorites–inspiration from our studio to yours!

THE MATCH GAME • turn over two at a time—can you find a pair?

Fussy Cutting

QUILT GUILD BINGO • We know quilt groups are always looking for a fun, inexpensive activity for a meeting night. Iowa quilter Cathy Busch suggests this “quilty” version of an all-time favorite. You’ll love playing on patchwork game cards!

Prize Ideas

DRAUGHTS • get ready for fun with this classic game

Game Piece Option

Turned-Edge Appliqué • This method for appliqué allows for easy and accurate stitching.

POP OF POSIES • Nine-Patch flowers to brighten your day

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

off the SHELF • Book, pattern, and fun quilting finds for the discriminating quilter.

HUGS FROM HOME • wrap your loved ones in warmth

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

BARGELATO! • ombré meets bargello-style patchwork

A MOTHER’S SERVICE • a Quilt of Valor® to salute mothers

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