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Fons has cobbled together a delightful book of instruction for making—and loving—quilts. Her quilts are “scrappy,” comprising little bits of fabric to create big (and hence time-consuming) bed quilts. “For those who want a quick quilt fix, this book will make an excellent coaster,” she jokes. Fons, editor of Quilty magazine and daughter of quilter Marianne Fons, backs her tops with grand swaths of yardage, and, unlike many quilt teachers, she shows those backs as part of the instruction package. The first part of her love letter to quilts covers “Theory + Practice,” with attention to fabric, design, and construction. She discusses quilts in this century, cotton broadcloth, and, in her straightforward writing style, why not to prewash fabric; she considers the “Patchwork Quartet” (cutting, sewing, pressing, ripping), as well as assembling and layering. Within “Finishing Up,”she often adds humor to directions, for example, after sewing and layering “Northbound”: “Crawl under for a long, deep sleep.” A dozen projects fill the second half, with romantic quotes added to the love lessons. (Publishers Weekly, 4/14/14)Make + Love Quilts is an entirely different kind of quilt book...and I have a lot of them to compare. First of all, the 12 quilt projects are BIG! There are no pin cushions or place mats in there at all...because as Mary writes, "you can't make love under a table topper!" The patterns are scrappy. They make good use of a stash and allow you to select as many different fabrics as you want. Because of their size, these quilts can't be whipped up in a day. They are going to take some time and I think that makes them even more precious. They are designed to fit a king or queen sized bed...and keep you warm and snuggly when you are doing whatever under them. (overthekitchencounter.com, June 9, 2014)The quilts in this book are big – queen-size or king-size – and they are made from many different fabrics. If you are looking for quick projects, this most definitely is not the book for you. As the author says in her introduction, 'Yes, it takes a long time to make a big scrap quilt, but so what? Do you have something better to do?'The 12 quilts include traditional patterns such as Flying Geese, Half Square Triangles, Thousand Pyramids (equilateral triangles), Bow Tie, Rocky Road to Kansas, Nine-patches, Churn Dash and Snowballs. There is also a lot of information about design fundamentals and quilt construction basics. Highly recommended. (Down Under Quilts Magazine, June 2014)I love that what Mary Fons really wanted to call this book was Quilts to Make Love Under. It will come as no surprise that her editors at C&T's Stash Books balked, but I applaud that impulse and the fresh energy of this book.In an interview, Mary explained her idea to me: 'My mom always taught me that bed-sized quilts are the best. I know that wall hangings and table runners are popular, but the quilts that warm our lives and the quilts we would run into a burning house to save are big quilts. It will take you days to make one, but at the end of it you truly have something that is worth every second of the time you spent.'As many of you know, Mary Fons is the daughter of Marianne Fons, the co-creator of the uber quilting brand Fons & Porter. With a background in improv acting and slam poetry in Chicago, Mary got pulled into the quilt media world when Liz Porter stopped taping new TV shows and Mary started filling in. Next, came her sassy online TV show for beginners, Quilty, and then her magazine of the same name. The TV show has entered its fourth year (200-plus episodes, 6 to 10 minutes each), and the magazine its third. So Mary's got street cred, so to speak, of her own, and continues to carve out her own niche. The book is brimming with Mary's attitude, style and sense of humor. Her personality comes roaring through in this book, as in this excerpt from the Introduction: 'For those who want a quick quilt fix, this book will make an excellent coaster.'The 12 projects are generally well known traditional blocks like churn dash and bow tie, which mix Mary's reverence for old-fashioned patterns with the streamlined boldness and palette of the moderns. She calls them "21st-century scrap quilts" because they benefit from the vast choices of available fabric. So, for a simple but striking repeating triangle motif, she provides a beautiful example "using 20 different shapes of light green."The book is very beginner friendly partly because it is unusually generous with excellent tutorials on all the basic steps in quilt-making. (Meg Cox June 19, 2014)Mary has designed scrap quilts for the 21st century in this new book. This collection, with its fresh, modern look, is sized to fit queen and king size beds. You will learn how to create a one-of-a-kind quilt using the author’s signature, innovative "scrappy" technique. While they might take some time to finish, these quilts can be created by any quilter who has a passion for sewing, regardless of their current skill level. (Quilter's Digest, June 2014)The brains behind the Quilty magazine and show, Mary Fons is making her author debut with Make & Love Quilts: Scrap Quilts for the 21st Century. Mary walks new quilters through the steps needed to start on the road to quilt-obsession with information on scale, hue, contrast, as well as basics on fabric construction and use. Experienced quilters are sure to learn, too, from her added tips, info and recommendations for making bed-sized quilts. (American Quilt Retailer, May 2014)OOOOOhhhhhhh, I am in heaven. Should I flip right through it and get to the gorgeous pictures? No, It was with great anticipation I read the dedication, the acknowledgments, the introduction, the notes on this book, and a brief history of quiltmaking. I wanted to be in the correct space to see the quilts. Did I say I love everything Mary writes? She may not know it, but I feel we are on a first name basis. She invited me to her book opening! Well, me and everyone who reads her column. I thought about using my aeroplan points to go.My favourite quilt is in the book — the one that is on all the ads — My Dear, the nine patch with the wonderful row of rolling stone blocks. Oh and I want to make the 25 square block, Hello, There, and the flying geese quilt, Northbound, that is on the cover. And because I was reading and savouring every word I am not even through the book yet. Oh, I can go home and look at more!!!!Okay, the nitty gritty. I am following the pattern for My Dear. I am making a quilt for my cousin with leftover fabrics from her mom. Her mom was a quilter; she made a quilt for my daughter when she was born. Our grandmother also quilted. See? Mary and I have a lot in common; we come from a family of quilters. I am hopeful this pattern will work with various sized scraps. Not too much commitment from any piece of fabric. Just need a minimum of 4 squares.I read all Mary’s suggestions for choosing fabrics and pared down my original selection. I kept with the blue and red material. I may branch out if I run short. Not sure what colours I will make the rolling stone blocks.Here are my sample blocks. I am in love with this quilt. The instructions are clear, if Mary has suggested a way to do something she always references back to the instruction and page number, and the numbers are correct; love that. I am enthused! Cut all the fabric!I am paring down the size of the quilt for my cousin. Most of the quilts in this book are queen or king size. As Mary says these quilts are a commitment and you will not be able to finish them in a weekend. That is okay! I am savouring the journey. Each step of the process is to be celebrated and enjoyed. “Quilters are impatient people” but we do love each part of the quilt making process.As I sew up this quilt I remember the strong wonderful women in my family, the pioneer women who created quilts that were utilitarian and beautiful, and the new generation of quilters starting out. My cousin will be able to wrap herself in this quilt and feel all the love I have for her. Mary Katherine Fons Make + Love Quilts — yes it is in every stitch, a complete gift, and a beautiful and thought provoking book. (Vancouver Modern Quilt Guild, 7/8/14)This stunning collection of 12 quilts for larger beds is created from fabrics with a fresh and modern appeal. They are classified as scrap quilts and have a depth and beauty which may take time to finish, but can be completed by anyone with a passion for sewing. The book contains information on fabric, design fundamentals and tempting views of the quilts. Every project contains a full-page coloured photo of the finished quilt and fabric scraps. Clear cutting and construction details lead you through to backing suggestions and attaching the all-important label. A very informative book, it could take you a while to decide on your first project. (Quilting For You Magazine, August 29, 2014)
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From the Author
Hello, Reader: This how-to book was written for quiltmakers, quilt admirers, hopeful quilters, quilters who seek real inspiration...and you. Plain old, extraordinary you.Why do people make quilts? I stand by the theory that we make quilts for love, out of love, and with love, every time. "Make + Love Quilts: Scrap Quilts for the 21st Century" is a book that celebrates this quilt/love concept by offering designs for 12 original, color-curated scrap quilts to be centerpieces for your home. These quilts are big, meant for beds, and are each perfectly suited to take their place in your nest -- be it modern, traditional, or otherwise.  Clear instructions are provided; each quilt in the book you can make yourself. None of the patchwork is advanced and all is explained clearly and succinctly. There are instructions on how to make a quilt from first stitch to final binding. But alongside the schematics and the measurements is a touch of history, rich context, and warmth aplenty vis a vis quotes from lovers as diverse as Montaigne, Marilyn Monroe; even Nietzsche makes an appearance in this very special quilt book.I sincerely hope this book serves as a jumping off point for creative types of all kinds, but of course and especially, for my fellow quilters. In a world of seemingly endless fabric options (welcome to the 21st century!) and designs aplenty, each one of us is capable of being an original creator. There are few activities more rewarding than creating an original quilt and "Make + Love Quilts" is here to help you do just that. Piece,Mary
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Product details
Paperback: 128 pages
Publisher: C&T Publishing / Stash Books (June 1, 2014)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1607058626
ISBN-13: 978-1607058625
Product Dimensions:
8.1 x 0.4 x 9.9 inches
Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review:
4.7 out of 5 stars
33 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
#234,557 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
I really enjoyed reading this book. I purchased it primarily because Mary Fons will be teaching 3 quilting classes I will be attending and this book is required. The writing is easy to read and flows nicely. I cannot say how great the quilt directions are as I do not take the class until mid. Aug. 2014, so I will update this review then. However, in looking over the instructions, I will say that based on similar designs, I have seen easier ways to cut and sew, but I want to see what she does in the class before I make a definitive claim here.The book contains instructions for 12 different scrap quilts that all look interesting, and I plan to make some of those that will not be covered in the class I am taking. The color pictures are really lovely, and they show off the quilts quite well. The book includes many close-up pictures of the fabric and the quilting, which I particularly like, and Mary also includes pictures of the back of each quilt.The first 35 pages (4-38) deal with what she calls "Theory and Practice" that are great for beginners and helpful reminders for experienced quilters. All the quilts in the books are for queen and king sized beds. As she warns in the beginning, these quilts "will stubbornly refuse to be finished in a day."
I love this book so much that I can't shelve it! I have read it cover to cover, re-read bits and pieces or Mary Fons' writing, admired and coveted after the quilts inside, and finally decided I'm making each quilt in the book when I couldn't decide on just one! This is one of those books that you can really READ! It's not dry and boring, but fun and spritely! I love it! I can't say enough how much I love this book! I can't wait to try my hand at these great quilts to make love under . . . ;-)
This book is amazing. Great pictures, detailed instructions. Every quilt is beautiful and it makes you want to grab your fabric and start making a beautiful quilt. I can honestly say that I loved every quilt and personally planning on making every quilt in the book! Great job Mary thank you for a fantastic book that every quilter should own.
I was so excited to order this book, and it did not disappoint! I love love love Mary Fons' writing style. I have quite a few quilting books, but this is the first that I thoroughly enjoyed reading. I appreciated the descriptions of her inspiration for making these beautiful quilts, and I even learned a couple of quilt construction tips I didn't know. I had never even considered making a bed-sized quilt before, but this book has made me want to get to my machine right now and make a beautiful quilt for my bed that my husband and I can cherish! One more quick thought: I appreciated that many of the quilts aren't feminine looking it can be hard to find quilt patterns that will appeal to both men and women, but this book is full of them!
I'm a young quilter, though I have been quilting for a long time. Initially I checked this book out from the library - then decided it needed to be part of my own personal library. I like these patterns a lot, and Mary's general philosophy of quilting. I also prefer making big quilts that can be used on beds (all of the patterns are for bed-sized quilts), and the styling and photography is fresh and interesting. I hope to make a few of these soon, but in the meantime, the book will be good inspiration to flip through.
The information provided by Mary Fons is valuable for every level of quilter. This book is well written and well organized. I will refer to it often. I am a traditional quilter but I found many of the quilt projects adaptable for traditional quilting styles.
Love this book! And I'm speaking as someone who reads a lot of quilting books. There are so many books out there, yet Mary offers a fresh perspective that I haven't read elsewhere. The projects are gorgeous and I have several on my wish list already. In addition, she gets book basics right - great pics of the entire quilt, the entire back, and the quilt in use. Why doesn't everyone do this? Mary loves quiltmaking and quilters + is a true expert in the field. I am very happy with the purchase!
After seeing Mary Fons at a local guild meeting...had to have this book. It is as delightful as she is! I have only read it so far...but really want to make the quilt "Whisper". Glad I purchased.
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