1000 quilt inspirations : colorful and creative designs for traditional, modern, and art quilts

Beverly: Quarry Books. 2015. — 320 p. — ISBN-159253984X As one of the core, traditional crafts, quilting is enjoyed by countless enthusiasts around the world - and its popularity is only growing. This collection of one thousand quilt Details builds upon this interest, showcasing some of today's most innovative and beautiful WORK. See how others utilize color and design elements to craft creative pieces. Gain inspiration from their variations and intricate techniques. Maybe even Constrict your own original quilts. Whether You are a quilter or a collector, a craft-lover or an art enthusiast, 1000 Quilt Inspirations is sure to inspire your admiration and appreciation of the art of quilting. It's also likely to get you itching for some fabrics of your own! As one of the core, traditional crafts, quilting is enjoyed by countless enthusiasts around the world - and its popularity is only growing. This collection of one thousand quilt DETAILS builds upon this interest, showcasing some of today's most innovative and beautiful WORK. See how others utilize color and design elements to craft creative pieces. Gain inspiration from their variations and intricate techniques. Maybe even CONSTRUCT your own original quilts. Whether YOU ARE a quilter or a collector, a craft-lover or an art enthusiast, 1000 Quilt Inspirations is sure to inspire your admiration and appreciation of the art of quilting. It's also likely to get you itching for some fabrics of your own! Cover 1 Title 5 Dedication 7 Contents 8 Introduction 10 Chapter 1: Traditional Designs 13 Collection of International Quilt Festival 53 The Gundersheimer Collection 62 Chapter 2: Modern Designs 71 Chapter 3: Pictorial Art Quilt Designs 133 Chapter 4: Abstract and Conceptual Art Quilt Designs 209 About the Author and Her Quilts 294 Image Directory 302 Quilt Artist Directory 314 Acknowledgments 322 Spanning generations and international cultures, the 1000 quilts showcased in this collection feature intricate techniques, innovative designs, and dynamic colors. From traditional nineteenth-century blocks to unique contemporary art, the images presented here offer quilters of all persuasions an idea on every page to inspire a new project.