Popular patterns from Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting magazine present a wide sampling of quick-to-make table quilts organized by the seasons.

Whether you are looking for quick little quilting projects or home accessories that are loaded with charm and grace, this book is just what you need. Tabletop Quilts, Book 2, is an encore collection of favourite tabletop quilts from the editors of Fons and Porter's Love of Quilting magazine. There are patchwork and appliqué toppers of all shapes and sizes, in traditional and modern styles, for all skill levels. Fons and Porter's trademarked Sew Easy lessons provide step-by-step photography and instructions to help with any special techniques involved.

"25 personal quilts from Marianne Fons and Liz Porter"--Cover.

"27 ... designs for every decor, season, & skill level"--Cover.

An exquisite and authoritative look at four centuries of quilts and quilting from around the world Quilts are among the most utilitarian of art objects, yet the best among them possess a formal beauty that rivals anything made on canvas. This landmark book, drawn from the world-renowned collection of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, highlights the splendor and craft of quilts with more than 300 superb color images and details. Fascinating essays by two noted scholars trace the evolution of quilting styles and trends as they relate to the social, political, and economic issues of their time. The collection includes quilts made by diverse religious and cultural groups over 400 years and across continents, from the Mediterranean, England, France, America, and Polynesia. The earliest quilts were made in India and the Mediterranean for export to the west and date to the late 16th century. Examples from 18th- to 20th-century America, many made by Amish and African-American quilters, reflect the multicultural nature of American society and include boldly colored and patterned worsteds and brilliant pieced and appliquéd works of art. Grand in scope and handsomely produced, Four Centuries of Quilts: The Colonial Williamsburg Collection is sure to be one of the most useful and beloved references on quilts and quilting for years to come.

In today's busy world, easy quilts play an important role in making it possible for people to satisfy their passion for quilting. This big collection offers more than 30 quilts that can be made in a weekend or less, using the best patterns from Fons & Porter's Easy Quilts magazine. Simplified patchwork, larger blocks, strip-sets, and other shortcuts make it all possible without sacrificing beauty. While they are a perfect starting point for beginners, easy quilts also are a frequent choice for experienced quilters who enjoy a project that is quick to finish. Each quilt is shown in a lifestyle photograph and an assembly diagram, accompanied by a complete materials list and step-by-step instructions. Some also feature extra help from Fons & Porter's popular Sew Easy lessons, which include step-by-step photography or diagrams.

Quilters love to use their skills and their fabric stashes to make gifts for friends or family members, and this book supplies more than 55 versatile gift projects. There are mini quilts and wall quilts to showcase the quilter's skills or to celebrate the love of quilts.