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

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

In this tribute to today's vibrant quilting community, prize-winning quilter and teacher Thomas Knauer showcases a stunning...
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Author: Thomas Knauer
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Why We Quilt: Contemporary Makers Speak Out about the Power of Art, Activism, Community, and Creativity by Knauer, Thomas

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

$79.13

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

$79.13
Author: Thomas Knauer
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
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.

Author: Thomas Knauer
Publisher: Storey Publishing
Published: 10/15/2019
Pages: 224
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.50lbs
Size: 8.00h x 8.00w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9781635860337

About the Author
Knauer, Thomas: - Thomas Knauer began his career teaching design at Drake University before turning to quilting. He has designed fabrics for several leading manufacturers, and his work has been exhibited in quilt shows and museums across the globe, including the International Quilt Study Center & Museum, the New Museum of Contemporary Art, Des Moines Art Center, the Melbourne Fringe Festival, and the Cranbrook Art Museum. Knauer is the author of Why We Quilt, as well as two previous books, including The Quilt Design Coloring Workbook. Find him online at www.thomasknauersews.com.

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