Synopses & Reviews
A new series from world-renowned textile artist Kaffe Fassett. Kaffe Fassett's Brilliant Little Patchworks: 20 stitched and patched projects using Kaffe Fassett fabrics is the first book in a new series
featuring:
- Easy patchwork projects to quilt and stitch.
- The celebrated, bold and colorful Kaffe Fassett for Rowan fabrics.
- Over 200 gorgeous, vivid photographs throughout.
20 fun, quick-to-stitch accessory projects. These little quilting gems are easy to make and stitch up fast (unlike full-size quilts). They can be fashioned over a weekend or a few cozy afternoons. Each simple project is infused with all of the color and pizazz of Kaffe's larger works, mixing and matching bold colors and patterns with ease in projects like these and more:
- Leafy Apron
- Hexagon Bolster
- Summer Flowers Tablecloth
- Brassica Table Runner
- Flower Power Kimono
- Big Blooms Miniquilt
- Checkboard Tote Bag
- Fiesta Floor Cushion, and more
Synopsis
The first in a series of books by Kaffe Fassett, these little quilting gems feature 20 easy patchwork projects to make with Kaffe Fassett's popular, colorful fabrics.
About the Author
"Color and pattern are my obsessions, and playing with them in different mediums leads to a stimulating life." Kaffe Fassett enjoys worldwide artistic recognition for his visionary, organic and instinctive uses of color and pattern inspired by centuries of decorative arts and the compelling world of nature. He is the first textile designer to be given a one-person show at both the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, and the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. He also is a leading fabric designer for Rowan Patchwork and Quilting and the leading knitwear designer for Rowan Yarns. Born and raised in San Francisco, Kaffe moved to London to Paint at the age of 19. He became a permanent London resident in 1964 and from London, travels, exhibits and teaches around the world.