Why We Quilt: Contemporary Makers Speak Out about the Power of Art, Activism, Community, and Creativity | 誠品線上

Why We Quilt: Contemporary Makers Speak Out about the Power of Art, Activism, Community, and Creativity

作者 Thomas Knauer
出版社 Ingram International Inc
商品描述 Why We Quilt: Contemporary Makers Speak Out about the Power of Art, Activism, Community, and Creativity:Inthistributetotoday'svibrantquiltingcommunity,prize-wi

內容簡介

內容簡介 In this tribute to today's vibrant quilting community, prize-winning quilter and teacher Thomas Knauer showcases a stunning collection of quilts from a wide range of contemporary makers, accompanied by their testimonials about what inspires and imbues their craft with meaning. From temperance quilts to the AIDS quilt, there's a rich history of individuals and communities using fabric and thread to connect with others and express themselves, both personally and politically. Why We Quilt blends bits of this history with the stories and work of today's leading quilters, highlighting themes of tradition, community, consumerism, change, and creativity. With a unique die-cut cover and a richly layered design, this book will enthrall designers, quilters, and all types of handcraft enthusiasts.

作者介紹

作者介紹 Thomas Knauer earned graduate degrees in art and design and was a professor of design before discovering his true passion: quilting. He is a popular and inspiring teacher who travels nationwide. He has designed many fabric lines with Andover and has a new collection from Kokka. A spokesperson for Janome sewing machines and Handi Quilter, he writes a regular column for Quilters Newsletter and hosts a QNNTV series titled Design Studio with Thomas Knauer. He is the author of The Quilt Design Coloring Workbook.

商品規格

書名 / Why We Quilt: Contemporary Makers Speak Out about the Power of Art, Activism, Community, and Creativity
作者 / Thomas Knauer
簡介 / Why We Quilt: Contemporary Makers Speak Out about the Power of Art, Activism, Community, and Creativity:Inthistributetotoday'svibrantquiltingcommunity,prize-wi
出版社 / Ingram International Inc
ISBN13 / 9781635860337
ISBN10 /
EAN / 9781635860337
誠品26碼 /
重量(g) / 680.4
裝訂 / H:精裝
頁數 / 224
語言 / 3:英文
尺寸 / 20.3X20.3X1.8CM
級別 / N:無

最佳賣點

最佳賣點 : In this tribute to today's vibrant quilting community, prize-winning quilter and teacher Knauer has curated a stunning collection of quilts from a wide range of modern makers, accompanied by their testimonials about what inspires their work and imbues their craft with meaning.

活動