Recently I received a copy of The Art Quilt Collection: Designs & Inspiration from Around the World for review. I have truly enjoyed reading this book; it features beautifully photographed quilts along with a wonderful write-up on each one. Each quilt description features not only a list of materials used but also a quote from the quilter/artist describing the inspiration(s) for their design.
I wanted to highlight just a few of my favorites, although my photographs don’t capture the beauty of the photos in the book. The above quilt is “Tulips” by Ineke Berlyn; it is inspired by the stunning tulips of the Netherlands. Amazingly, this quilt is applique’d on both the front and back of the quilt.
“Blue Ocean, Turquoise Sea” by Daphne Greig also caught my eye. Since I love the beauty of the ocean, it is no surprise I was drawn to this quilt inspired by the Pacific Ocean. This is truly an incredible quilt with applique’, beading, and hand embroidery. I would love to see this amazing quilt in person.
There are so many awe-inspiring quilts in this volume that it’s hard to pick just a few to share, but I had to preview “A Complete Basket Case” by Kent Williams. The artist’s use of color and pattern in this machine pieced, machine quilted art quilt just amazed me.
The Art Quilt Collection: Designs & Inspiration from Around the World also features close up photos of each quilt along with step-by-step photographs and illustrations highlighting some of the techniques used by the quilters. This is truly a gorgeous book, one that I’ve enjoyed–and truly a book that includes art quilts to inspire regardless of your quilt preferences.
And guess what… Sixth & Spring Books (the publishers) are offering a giveaway copy to one of my readers. Just leave a comment on this post, and I’ll choose a winner in a couple of days.
Mary on Lake Pulaski says
That book is inspiring and it's amazing what talented quilters there are around the world!
**nicke... says
it looks like a very interesting book! i would love to win it!
Anonymous says
Did you make changes to your RSS service? I used to get the whole post with images in my Google Reader, but now I just get the first few lines and need to click through for the whole content.
Jessica says
Wow! This looks awesome!! I didnt know they made books showcasing quilts like this…even if i dont win I will still be looking this book up! Thank you!!
Mugirl113@gmail.com
Marie says
I would love to have this book. Thank you for hosting this giveaway.
Deb says
What an inspirational book, that could give me ideas about future projects. Thanks for the chance to win a copy.
Allison says
It looks like a wonderful book!
Isabel says
It looks really nice!! Like a good inspiration to sew and.. quilt.. and quilt.. and quilt!! thank you so much for the chance to win one!
Margreth says
This is a book that would fit in my collection of artquilt books. Looks like a most interesting one!
jofridsquilt says
this book looks great. I could really need some inspiration. Have a wonderful week. Hugs Jofrid
sarahbethe says
The book looks gorgeous!!! The quilts are amazing.
Gra says
Amazing quilts! Great book! Count me in!
Jennifer Rutherford says
Ooh gorgeous sign me up and thanks again for the giveaway. I love following your blog with google reader!
brenna says
Beautiful – it's amazing what you can create!
WoolenSails says
I really love the idea of doing art quilts and the book looks like it would be filled with inspiration.
Debbie
Nadilah Sungkar Magee says
It looks like a very good book. I would love to win this book.
María Cristina says
Beautiful book! I hope the result .. maybe luck is on my side …
Thanks!
arlette says
Gorgeous book, I'd love to win!!!!, thank you for the chance!!!
Kathy says
Such a fab book. I have taken classes from Daphne Greig. Please enter me in your giveaway.
passingdowncrazy says
Wow! That would stretch my boundaries!!! New inspiration is always good!
Katherine says
Wow – that looks like an amazing book. Beautiful art!
syocom says
wow those quilts are breath taking. Thank you for the chance to win a copy of the book. It would be a great addition to anyones collection
Lynn says
Awe inspiring is right, really the peeks who showed are. Thanks for the giveaway!
Heather, Ben, and Sidney says
This book looks amazing! I would love a copy!
Rachel says
Looks beautiful! Isn't it amazing what can be done with fabric and thread (and a few other embellishments)!
Helen in Switzerland says
OOh that looks lovely Sherri,
please include me in the draw!
best wishes, Helen
Dresden Quilter says
Those quilts are so inspiring. Thanks for the giveaway.
Paula Louceiro says
Wow!!! I love books and this book looks amazing. I'd love to win one.
Paula Louceiro
Brazil.
Material Mary says
Love the Complete Basket Case quilt. Sometimes, especially on Monday that is how I feel so I laugh…
Mary
Cathy H. says
This does look wonderful!! Thanks for the chance to win one!!
Tiffany Sherman says
Gorgeous colors in here! Can't wait to see it.
Annie says
This book looks wonderful … don't you just love all the pretty pictures of the quilts?
Mommarock says
Wow some really inspiring quilts.. challenges to be sure! One of these books I would look at over and over again!
pklaw says
Looks like pages and pages of inspiration! Thanks for the opportunity to win!
Mommarock says
Wow some really inspiring quilts.. challenges to be sure! One of these books I would look at over and over again!
Digna says
Hi Sherri,
They looks very nice. I would like to have one of these books to be inspired and sew new quilts.
Best regards,
Digna
http://elmondolivia.blogspot.com/
Michele says
Beautiful quilts…..very inspiring! Thanks for sharing!
Cathie says
Great inspiration!
Suzanne says
What a wonderful looking book…I especially like Kent Williams quilt!
quiltma says
What a unique book. Thanks
bubbygigi says
This looks like a very interesting book.
Gita
quiltnb@hotmail.com
Jeanie says
Oooooo…great looking book! I could use a little inspiration! Thanks so much!
Cathy says
Beautiful quilts. Awe inspiring. Hugs
Needled Mom says
What a beautiful book. It looks like the photography is amazing too.
Rose says
Sure, I could use some inspiration. More than that, I could use motivation! Would love the book. Thanks
Kitty says
What a beautiful book–would love to own it!
Trisha says
Wow, very inspiring! Thanks for the chance to win a copy!
Perry says
What a wonderful book! Thanks for the chance to win a copy of it.
Jessica says
I would love to win this book! Thanks for the chance.
Patty D from NC says
Very intriguing photos. Thanks for the chance to win!
Sel's Quilting Blog says
Quilting books are always such fonts of inspiration for me. I'd love to win this one! Thank you so much!
Alexis says
What a beautiful book. I'd love to look through the whole thing. Great giveaway!
Chris says
What a beautiful and inspiring book!
Thanks for sharing!
Chris
Magnolia Bay Quilts says
Fabulous book! If that doesn't give your creativity a boost, I'm not sure what would.
Anonymous says
Hi! What a wonderful book with much inspiration. ;0)
Charlotte
Bev C says
Hello Sherri,
That Tulip quilt is stunning,lots of inspiration to be found in this book.
Happy days.
Bev.xoxo
maryc says
What a fantastic looking book – I can't wait to see it in person.
Hannah says
Just stumbled upon your blog, what fun! I look forward to hanging around a bit. That book looks amazing. Thanks for the chance!
krisgray says
I love to see what quilters do in other parts of the world. Looks like a great book.
Darlene B says
Looks like a book full of inspiration. Thanks for the giveaway!
Polly says
OMG, Sheri! What an awesome givaway! Thank you so much for offering it!!
Liz says
I'm a new reader. Just found your blog over the weekend. I really like the last photo you posted from the book. So much detail! 🙂
jane says
The book looks amazing. I'd love to win it!
Avon says
I agree there are some really amazing quilters out there. I love books light that to go to to get inspired. I would love to win such a book. Thanks for the chance.
Sallie says
What a beautiful book! I'd love to win! I love seeing quilt patterns in architecture and carpeting.
Nancy B says
I have a few quilting books and this would make a lovely addition to my collection. Thanks so much for the give-away.
nbtay@sbcglobal.net
janie says
Thank you for the chance to win ! I would love to own this book. It looks Wonderful !!
Anna says
thanks for the giveaway. art quilts are always a welcome inspiration.
My Sweet Prairie says
Oo count me in! It looks fabulous!
Monika
quiltmom says
Sherri,
I have this book- there are so much wonderful eye candy in this book. Thanks for giving others a chance to win such a terrific boy.
I just love the colors.
Regards,
Anna
roadie says
This book looks very inspiring and I would love to have a copy!
Leanne
Pia says
Would love to be the owner of this book – it's always nice with new ideas
Peach Rainbow says
I'd love this book 😀
Barb says
Eye candy from around the world! I'd love to win 😀
Charity says
What beautiful eye candy, and info too! Looks like a library building book.
simplejoys says
What a Gorgeous book, I'd love to win! Thank you for the chance!!!
Barbara says
Beautiful book
Mimi says
Nothing like inspiration from a book and this one looks awesome!! Thanks for the chance!
gill says
I would love to win a copy of this book!
It's on my Amazon wish list!
Mama Pea says
This book looks full of inspiration! I love the ocean one, too! Thanks for sharing!
Thimbleanna says
It looks like a wonderful book Sherri. Great review!
Just-Do says
The tulips-quilt immediately caught my eye; I live in the area in Holland where the bulb fields are, and I can't wait for them to blossom. This quilt looks amazing, as does the rest of the pictures you show. This must be a wonderful book!
BillieBee (billiemick) says
That's a great looking book. Hope I'm the lucky one.
Billie in TX
Wendy says
This book looks amazing and so inspiring.
Julie in WA says
Looks like a great inspirational book!
mindingmomma says
that basket case quilt is very eye atching, i'd love to see more of the book, thanks for the chance to win
Gari says
Wow, what a great book. I am currently trying to bend myself to be able to make art quilts but it is really difficult to not fall back into my symetrical routine.
Deb says
This would be an interesting book! Please enter my name! Thank you!
darien in nlv, nv says
i love art quilts and appreciated your comments on the book. anyway, i have plenty of room on my lonely bookshelf for a must-have, inspirational, art quilt book. thanks for the opportunity.
Stampmouse says
oh wow this looks like an awesome book. Lots of inspiration
SewLindaAnn says
I love the inspiration coming from the book, thanks for the chance to win.
Anne says
I would truly enjoy this book about art quilts. Thank you for hosting this giveaway.
Strix says
What a beautiful book. I would love a chance to win.
Wendy says
Wow – that book looks awesome!
Linda says
Would love to check that book out!!
Paula says
This looks like a wonderful book – the photos in your post are amazing! Thank you for the giveaway!
Mary says
WOW-what inspirations!! Thanks for the chance to win a copy! mary
Sherri says
What a beautiful book! I'm so inspired by the few photos you have here I'm going to have to buy my own copy.
Pam Larsen says
WOW! What a Beautiful Book! I would live to have it to share with my art quilting group.
Pam Larsen says
Wow! What a Beautiful Book! I would love it and, the chance to share it with my art quilting group! Thanks…