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

By: Thomas Knauer

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Synopsis: 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. This publication conforms to the EPUB Accessibility specification at WCAG 2.0 Level AA.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
Book Size:: 224 Pages
ISBN-13:: 9781635860344
Publisher:: Storey Publishing, LLC
Date of Addition:: 07/09/22
Copyrighted By:: Thomas Knauer.
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: History, Nonfiction, Reference, Art and Architecture, Social Studies
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.