The practical reference work for modern quilters, patchworkers and sewing enthusiasts. All the basics of quilting in four chapters: fabrics, colors, designs, production. Reinterpreting traditional crafts: instructions and inspiration for designing your own quilts. "Quilt Essential" teaches the basics needed to sew a quilt, giving you all the information you need to design your own quilt. It explains how to make the right choice for your own quilt design from the countless possibilities presented: Which fabrics can be combined? How much fabric is needed for the back? How are the different patterns created? Which forms complement each other? The book is divided into four parts: Fabrics, Colors, Designs and Manufacturing. Each part includes clear explanations with graphics and photos to help you make your own design decisions. In addition, portraits of textile designers, quilters and sewing artists provide insight, advice and powerful inspiration on how this traditional handicraft can be reinvented by a modern generation of artists.

• Isbn 978-3-258-60120-5
• Ean 9783258601205
• Author Erin Burke Harris
• Editor Haupt Verlag
• Language de_CH