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Material Visions

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I found this book to be a wonderful source of ideas for design and technique. The mini quilts were very well photographed and I found the write-ups to be helpful and informative. As a fiber artist, I no longer want patterns or "projects", I just want inspiration. Perfect!

This is another of those really wonderful books on quilt art that is full of inspiration. I want to warn you that there is not much in the way of teaching in this book, but if you have done sewing of any kind and love to embellish and create, then this is another of those books to have in your library. Material Visions is just what it says it is, a gallery of small art quilts to be inspired by. The book showcases the art quilts of many artists from many disciplines, not just quilters. The book features several quilts for each artist, then tells a little of their history. At the end of each section it does give some tips for quilting and embellishing, so this book is not a teaching book in that sense. That said, this is still a MUST HAVE book for your fiber art library, and for a great deal of inspiration.

This is really a beautiful book by those publishers of Somerset Studio (and other magazines). Lots of excellent photos and closeups of art quilts to inspire you to make your own. Okay, okay, just because I AM one of the featured artists in the book (page 44-51), I really do recommend this book for those who enjoy stitching.

I turn to this book often when I am getting ready to design an Art Quilt or Fabric Journal..Lots of inspiring photos included to get me rolling.